How Long Does It Take to Get a Full Car Paint Job?

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Depending on the depth of the scratches and the paint process, small scratches may take about 3-4 hours. For large-area paint jobs, at least one day is needed for drying. Below is the detailed paint process: 1. First, sand the surface with sandpaper. 2. Apply body filler (putty) repeatedly to the areas to be painted until smooth. 3. Sand the areas with body filler and those to be painted until the surface is dry. 4. Inspect the surface for imperfections like pinholes in the filled areas. 5. Apply primer and sand with sandpaper. 6. Remove dust, clean, and mask off areas. 7. Spray the base color coat, followed by the clear coat. 8. Polish and inspect the finish.