Defects: Section 2
Scratches
Caused by everyday scenarios, these are highlighted by the sharp edges that are exposed to the sunlight. These can normally be removed through a compounding and polishing process. In the instance that they are too deep, where they can be felt by a fingernail, the edges can be rounded off as to mute the appearance of the scratch.
Oxidisation
Caused by the loss of pigmentation through bleaching by the sun, this is most common in red paint. Depending on paint depth, the top layer can be removed to expose a new layer of paint underneath. Through the use of specific sealant and waxes, this effect can be slowed down.
Orange Peel
This occurs due to excessive build up of wet layers of paint in the application process. As the paint surface is uneven it will not offer great reflectivity. Through a wet sanding process utilising various grades of grit, this effect can be reduced or removed depending on paint depth. Once sanded, the compounding and polishing can then take place to refine the finish. This is often found on resprayed vehicles.