CarzArKoo1

Hi, so I'm planning to paint my own headlight cover because the paint is chipping and is almost gone. So after I sanded down the covers, how long do I wait after applying the primer before the actual paint?

please help me out, this is my first time using primer and sanding. thanks

cptpain

iTrader: (1)

if you're using spray paint primer..... follow directions.

if using professional primer.... talk to a local painter.

from my experience with the aerosol primer, i wait about 4-6 hours. using 2-3 coats with 1hr between coats 1 and 2 and a 15min "flash" between 2 and 3. let it sit overnight, sand with 600-800 grit paper and you're ready to spray color

CarzArKoo1

^^ wait from what you saying, at the end, so I sand again after I applied the primer before painting? so what is the purpose to sand in the beginning before applying the primer.

magus2222

iTrader: (22)

to even out the coat. no matter what, whenever paint is sprayed, it doesnt go on steady or smooth. if you dont sand between primer and paint, you will have MASSIVE orange peel.

Lloyd

CarzArKoo1

got it! thanks sand it create a better outcome

magus2222

iTrader: (22)

yup. try some 1500 grit and some soap when you wetsand. be careful not to break through the primer though.

Lloyd

RiceFx306

iTrader: (7)

Use a tack cloth after sanding.