How long does it take to repaint a car panel?

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JonathanDella
07/24/25 8:49pm
Repainting a car panel generally takes 1 to 2 days. If the painting area is relatively large, it usually requires 3 to 4 days. Additional information: Introduction to automotive paint layers is as follows: 1. The vehicle's paint surface consists of four layers, from inside to out: the electrocoat layer, primer layer, basecoat layer, and clearcoat layer. 2. The clearcoat is the outermost paint layer, which protects the basecoat and enhances the gloss of the car's paint surface. Minor scratches typically only affect the clearcoat layer, and such fine scratches can be removed through polishing. However, frequent polishing is not recommended as it reduces the thickness of the clearcoat layer, which may diminish the paint's gloss over time. 3. If scratches penetrate deeper and damage the basecoat layer, repainting will be necessary to repair such damage.
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DiCamilla
08/11/25 11:17am
My friend had a small scratch on his car last time, and it took a whole day to get the paint fixed. The whole process isn't simple—first, they have to sand it clean, fill in the gaps, then apply primer and topcoat, and polish it after it dries. The exact time really depends on the situation: minor damage might take half a day, while more serious damage could take a day or two. If the shop is busy, the wait time can be longer. Bad weather with high humidity slows down drying. I recommend booking the shop in advance and clarifying the process to avoid delays. Color matching is also crucial, especially for metallic paint, which can take a few extra hours. Don’t forget to choose a place with a good reputation for quality assurance.
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