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How Aero Auto Color Transforms Vehicle Repaints — Tips & Techniques

Refinishing a vehicle is part science, part art. Aero Auto Color aims to simplify that process by offering consistent pigments, user-friendly application options, and a range of finishes that make repaints look professional. Below is a practical guide covering how Aero Auto Color changes the repaint workflow, plus tips and techniques to get the best results.

Why Aero Auto Color matters

• Consistency: Factory-matched pigments and controlled formulations reduce color variance between panels.
• Range: Wide selection of base, metallic, and pearl shades lets you match OEM colors or create custom looks.
• Finish options: Multiple clearcoats and bases provide matte, satin, and high-gloss results without swapping core systems.

Preparation: the foundation of a successful repaint

1. Assess damage and plan: Identify corrosion, deep scratches, and old clearcoat issues. Decide if panel repair or replacement is required.
2. Strip and clean: Remove trim, badges, and contaminants (wax, silicone). Use a dedicated wax/grease remover.
3. Sand progressively: Start with coarser grit to remove defects, finish with 400–600 grit for primer adhesion. For bare metal use 180–320 grit depending on filler.
4. Apply corrosion protection: Treat exposed metal with an appropriate primer or rust inhibitor before priming.

Priming and filling

• Choose the right primer: Use epoxy primer on bare metal for adhesion and corrosion resistance; high-build primer for smoothing; etch primer for aluminum or magnesium where specified.
• Feather and block: Apply primer in thin, even coats. Sand between coats to remove orange peel and create a uniform surface for basecoat.

Color matching and mixing

• Use OEM codes when available: Aero Auto Color can match by