An essential guide to all aspects of car painting, for keen amateurs and professionals alike. With step-by-step instructions and illustrations throughout, Car Painting covers the entire process - from panel preparation to spraying and painting techniques - offering guidance and tips on painting your car to a professional standard.

With a focus on safety throughout, the book also covers:

Selecting and understanding paint, including important legislation

Materials and equipment, and building your own paint booth

Preparing your car, including parts removal, sanding, chemical stripping and rust proofing

Masking and priming

Painting techniques - spraying, clear coats and drying

Stripes and custom touches, including two-tone, pinstriping and stickers

Polishing, reassembly and preservation

Troubleshooting