What Does Auto Body Repair and Painting Mean?

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MacCora
07/30/25 8:54am
Auto body repair is a technical method in vehicle maintenance. If the exterior of the car body is damaged or deformed, this process is required. It refers to the repair of the car body after a collision, encompassing all tasks except for the anti-corrosion and decorative spraying work on the body. Below is an introduction to car paint protection methods: 1. Waxing: Waxing is divided into direct waxing and polishing waxing. Direct waxing involves cleaning the car body and applying wax directly to the clear coat on the outermost layer of the paint. Polishing waxing, on the other hand, requires first polishing the paint surface with a polishing machine before applying wax, a method that can instantly make the car shine. 2. Glazing: Due to the composition of the glaze, it is not resistant to acid and alkali cleaning and can be easily damaged, typically lasting only 1 to 3 months. Moreover, glazing can harm the car paint, necessitating reapplication every two to three months. 3. Crystal Coating: Crystal coating is a hard protective layer specifically designed for key areas of the car, including the paint surface, seats, interior and exterior trim, glass, and tires. It comes in quick-drying and slow-drying types, primarily determined by its main components. 4. Film Application: Car coating is a highly effective protective measure that can brighten the paint surface while also offering multiple benefits such as resistance to acids and alkalis, high temperature tolerance, strong waterproofing, oxidation resistance, and UV protection.
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