Hey guys,

Recently got into an accident and bought a new front bumper. I know of a few places that I could get it painted, but was wondering how it would turn out if I did it myself. Not cheaping out, but Im a DIY guy and love working on my car. I just want to try it out since I can order the paint from automotive paint, where Ive bought touch up paint before, and the match was spot on. Ive painted quite a few headlights, door handles, and wheels, so I was wondering if it would turn out decent and actually last a while. Any input would be great, thanks.

 

go for it, just take your time in the prep work.

 

Its not that hard but by the time its prepped painted wet sanded and buffed i would just assume let somebody else do it. Mine is down the street getting a fresh coat due to rock chips and was only charged 200 bucks. For that price i will let them deal with it instead of getting dust or a hair in the paint and ruining my day from not having a booth. If you like having fun in the garage then I say go for it, it can always be redone

 

The only way you will improve your skills is to do it. You know that the key is preparation and taking your time.

 

cool, defiinitely worth the time to learn. you will save mucho dinero and make dinero painting other peoples chit. as long and you do it right.

 

why kind of clear do the diy painters use? the rattle can clear always comes out looking milky and not really clear like how the auto shops do it

 

Nothing comes out right rattle canned.
Spray gun is a must.