Car Painting HOW TO: Blend Basecoat and Clearcoat

[@Zosh]

WAT A BEAST!!!!!

[@PaintSociety]

Zosh thanks! Will we see you August 11, this Sunday at Acura Honda Classic ?

[@Zosh]

@@PaintSociety considering my motor just locked up idk brotha :(

[@PaintSociety]

Zosh man! We might need to send an Acura Honda Classic crew out there!

[@renegade9758]

@@PaintSociety Hello, can I apply clear to the paint directly?

[@michaelgallant7947]

In South Africa we use blending thinner which is very fine for eating away that edge

[@maryeryan1290]

The evolution of the painting/body shop skill set and equipment nothing short of incredible. Notice how clean and organized the shop and booth are. 3M and others deserve such credit for advancing the tools and chemistry, and the intelligent operators who use these items are amazing.

[@toby183]

So because of this virus going around my tech school is closed and now we’re doing online classes. And my instructor send us this video to write a review over lol. That was last week. Now I’m watching your videos everyday for the fun of it and get great information 😂

[@PaintSociety]

Omg how funny. Hopefully your review was good!

[@erichzimmerman797]

Brian, this is a testament to your awesome teaching spirit! Thank you so much for the great content, you are helping so many people learn and grow!

[@PaintSociety]

Thank you!!

[@as680783]

I've seen many great painters these last few years but Brian is the master of his craft - the Goat. Flawless perfection every time.

[@robertmaybeth3434]

I worked for a government fleet for 30 years, on every car, truck and anything else with a motor. We had one body guy for a fleet of over 1,000 vehicles and when he retired they closed the position. But the guy was around 60 and an absolute whiz. Everybody said nobody ever saw him work and every time you went by his shop he was sitting, or else out. But dented cars came in, new looking cars came out. But in a way only a city worker would do them, one time my super told me to take him over a car. It had two small dents but the super only wrote up one, fix both, obviously, right? In true civil service fashion, body whiz only fixed the one he wrote up. The other dent was 6 inches away and untouched. No wonder they closed the position.

[@erniepatai6644]

no greater teacher then experience...I honestly wondered where you learned this and gotta say that from your ability to explain everything so well, it does show you took the long hard road but that is what makes your workmanship so enjoyable to watch; but I also like your friendly candor and humble approach. thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. gonna watch many others you have. 🙂

[@matthewmckinley8123]

I just painted my first repair to my wife’s van! I give you some credit for my success, I didn’t have everything I really wanted for the job and I will still need to do some of the other panels but it turned out great! Thanks Brian!

[@gordonclark7632]

Self taught. Your inner self was a great teacher Brian. I watch from Australia and although not in the trade just love learning things and you do it for me.

[@jimtheedcguy4313]

You must have a lot of confidence in your work to cut the blend right there! Great job, I love learning new things from other painters. The guy who taught me preferred to do it his own way and never took advice or new tips and tricks, which resulted in him getting into bad habits that he didn't know were bad. Luckily I had an open mind and used the lessons he taught me as a basis, and learned a lot more from guys like you who actually know why they do what they do, and not because "well that's how they told me how to do it". Complacency is what kills a good painter in this business.

[@PaintSociety]

I loved this comment so much that I read it 2-3 times. This is what it is all about. Being humble and able to learn from others. I always tell everyone just because I run paint society doesn’t mean I know everything. The cut off trick is pretty cool and and every trick has its place. Really appreciate you being a part of the channel!

[@BubiGTR]

@@PaintSociety hi Brian, nice job! I have a question, just curiosity: i need to paint just a part of the fender like you did in this video, but i already sanded the whole fender with 320 and 400 grit. What if i paint just the small part that needs paint and spray the rest with 2 layers of clear coat? let's call it a "cheap blend". What problems could i encounter after this kind of experiment?

[@dangreving1094]

@@BubiGTR you can do that except you will need to refine the unsealed unbasecoated area to 800 grit.

[@kenmastersmaster]

​@@BubiGTRupdate? Did you scuff up the surrounding clear? What grit did you use. Blends usually fail if you don't do the whole panel with at least 2 thick coats

[@BubiGTR]

@@kenmastersmaster i failed big time :D i didn't blend, i painted everything with the new color, now i'm thinking about blending with the doors or repainting the whole car, because it's a mess

[@schuma61]

You are the kind of guy I would like to work with! This is perfection and even the paint room is clean, the first one I have ever seen in a paint shop, not like the usual Picasso all over the bench.

[@PaintSociety]

Thanks! What a compliment! I Believe all things leading to a clean paint job start in the organization of the shop itself. Also I simply cannot function where things all Over the place. When I grab something. I put it back. Simply put ♥️

[@BodeVision]

man!! Looks awesome! Knowing how to pull off perfect jobs like this is what separates the good painters from the master painters. Also silver is so intimating for me lol came out great!

[@PaintSociety]

I appreciate that! Can’t wait until we get together again. Gotta get you down here

[@garywright8073]

Yes, more collabs please!

[@PaintSociety]

Gary Wright for sure!

[@anythingauto3586]

I agree I have a silver metallic Nissan, I’ve completed the job once before but I wasn’t happy so I sanded everything down and started again.

[@brucegodfrey2578]

Great blend. it's been over 50 years since I worked in a body shop after 3 years of body work class in high school. I just needed a refresher on the paint and clear blend. Got it! Thanks!

[@miltonmiranda9900]

You sir are a true maestro! I’m a painter and been watching you for a week and already learned new tricks and became better painter!! I salute you

[@PaintSociety]

Thank you so much Milton, keep coming back and I’ll have a lot more information for you on the channel!

[@leviscott8519]

MAN you make that look easy but like you said. Years of experiance. Thank you so much for shairing your hard erned knowlege. Very helpful tips and great video!

[@anythingauto3586]

Thank god for the metallic blend videos. I’m doing my personal car at home I’m a auto mechanic not auto body/ painter. I’m using rattle cans filled with my paint code and 2 k rattle clear. Most definitely impressed with my blend after watching your video for. Week straight I built the confidence to pull the trigger and do it. Now I’m just nervously preparing myself to clear

[@ayauto2449]

I literally started painting did two cars already. Your tutorials are amazing. Thanks a lot Man. Saved me a lot of money! Keep at the videos we will keep watching!

[@tyronebeveridge794]

Your Video's really help me ,first time working with base coat and clear got no idea what to do but after watching your video it helps alot thank you and keep them coming

[@albertfernandez8230]

Brian, thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am also a self taught painter out in Las Vegas. This video was fantastic, i just finished a job and it came out perfect, using this technique. I specialize in touch up and detailing. Your smart blend is awesome! Thank again Al Fernandez

[@anthonytui6774]

Great information on your videos brother!! I myself am self taught as well painting professionally on and off for the past 20+ years. Many little details you share that I did not know especially with newer technology out. They make a difference in our work being that much better and life a little more easier. Thank you!! Love the videos and keep em coming. From the middle of the great blue ocean!!

[@michaelgallant7947]

The best blending job I have ever seen🙌

[@Persia0075]

In Germany We do it just very simple, you apply just 2x paint only at that spot and the 3rd time you just Fog the Area, the Fog is going to blend the new paint with the old paint let it dry and apply the clear coat We never had any issue and it’s very simple method

[@mk2overland]

I buy crash damage cars and have started doing all of my own metal work and paintwork, your videos always give me good tips. Keep up the work 👌👌

[@charlesb4542]

Even though i only paint wheels, and eventually panels after i get my ticket, I am learning a lot from you. It's as if i'm the one who's painting. Thank you sir

[@albertmicallef5798]

Great job blending that panel I really like the ideal of the blue sticky foam on top it totally makes sense and it looks like it’s way easier to get rid of any lines or anything at the top of the panel I was enjoy watching your magic thanks again Brian for all the tips great work🤙

[@jennifervogt9366]

Loved your backstory at the end. Thanks for passing on your knowledge, with emphasis on planning and prep.

[@teyhrenramdon7218]

The thought process and ability to plan is what separates great from good .I watched quite a few videos last night and love your mindset and methodology. You know what you are doing and the confidence translates into the work .I love it . Excellent

[@PaintSociety]

Appreciate those words! Every video gets a script created by myself in which I make sure I hit certain points.

[@ronaldbartlett898]

Another great masterclass Brian. You have earnt the right to be confident in your work! The way that you teach us newbees is incredible, speaking without hesitation. Love also your fast motion sequences on the long winded bit. Great! Less boring than most. Keep up the good work.

[@PaintSociety]

Thanks Ron!

[@urbanbaldwin7424]

That’s amazing work right there. We’re I work they want it done one way and that’s it. In that case I would have did my base blend then cleared the whole quarter panel, and I learned a lots from these vids.

[@stevenspaulding3943]

this video is going to save me a lot of headache for when I do a few paint repairs to my 95 Chevy Beretta in some slightly tricky spots. Love your channel and the new content lately.

[@codylapoint]

Had many Beretta s, loved thoes cars. Had a white 1990 gtz with the 2.3 HO and 5 speed, a maroon one identical, both awesome unapreciated cars for thier time. I had another white one with a 3 speed auto 3.1 v6 which ran pretty good too. Sadly I know 2 of the 3 are in a junkyard now. The white gtz i sold to my neighbors kid who got rear ended by a girl texting at like 55mph right in front of my house. Destroyed that poor car, and it was mint before that happened.

[@stevenspaulding3943]

@@codylapoint I actually just got a few blends done by my painter buddy....did pretty much the same techniques shown by paint society. The Beretta is definitely under appreciated but always a head turner. I'm enjoying restoring her.

[@demarcoglass4104]

You are so good and humble.Much respect ! I have learned something ,I didn’t know.💪

[@PaintSociety]

Thanks so much. I’m glad I come across as the person that I am.

[@DavidGonzalez-ie7cd]

Appreciate all the advice and teaching what others won’t. Glad to support your channel my brother I’ve learned so much already and will continue to watch every single video!!

[@MrWhitley]

Huge thanks from the uk on this one! just the video i needed to watch.I feel a lot more confident having a try now!...if at first you dont succeed......

[@chadwickwicky67]

Awesome stuff, as a self taught painter as well, trial and error, experience is invaluable. Talked to so many “trained” “schooled” painters in the past and its mind blowing on their outlook on a lot of the little circumstances and details. The one or two over the years that I ran into like yourself with more open mind and views I learned the most from and there’s always something or a different way to do things as you demonstrated here. Some thought I was nuts back in the day for not going into one or two more panels etc etc on repairs like this with silver... Auto painters like yourself are few and far in between man, so good at what you do yet you know and aren’t afraid to say it that when it comes to the chemistry of auto paint materials that it’s not always set in stone and doesn’t always go as planned. It’s been a while for me professionally but just about to do some personal work and it was refreshing to run into your vid 👍🏽. It makes me miss doing it regularly, kind of lol. Awesome stuff!

[@PaintSociety]

Thanks! That is exactly the reality of paint, never know what’s gonna happen which is exciting but not always at the same time ha ha. Thank you for your comment and I look forward to more comments from you on my videos!

[@cmf2424]

Incredibly informative and love the way you blend this panel. I learned something new!! Thank you

[@ACDesignsGarage]

Best video I've seen yet on blending!!!!!!!

[@hg4712]

Incredible,I’m an auto tech by trade but have always been fascinated by painting,I’m not advising you in any way,but the terms you use are hard to understand as a beginner learning,but I truly enjoy watching you,maybe some day I’ll understand what you are saying :)

[@PaintSociety]

Awesome!

[@brianhull5125]

That’s really interesting with the foam tape and the blending agent...very informative as always...I’m learning each time I watch one of your videos 🙏🏼

[@PaintSociety]

It’s a great tip!!

[@andrewvital7623]

@aasdf285 THATS WHAT I’M CONFUSED ABOUT TOO, let me know if you figured it out

[@MapleEvan1]

Thank you for your time to teaching me how to blend my own car.

[@comingtofull-ageinchrist6736]

when you were taping that off, I was wondering how you were going to blend the paint and clear coat on that top edge. This turned out awesome, Brian! Thanks for sharing the knowledge and skills and techniques!

[@mrbigjokes6897]

You a legend Mate , love Your work 😊

[@spongeebritts6544]

The best paint channel on KZbin!! I learned alot from your videos !! Keep it coming bro !! 👌🏽

[@davidgomez8008]

That's why you are the Master of the Master to cut the paint like that. 😉

[@mariogarcia9244]

great job man ! thank you for the tips ive been retired from painting 9 years and im just getting back into the buisness and these vedoes hrelp me a bunch

[@PaintSociety]

Thanks for watching !

[@ericsandlers278]

Dear Brian I am watching your videos when i have time and I have learnt a lot from your videos. One thing that catch my attention is that your videos are all about paint, re-paint, coating..etc against to entire panel. So, Please make a video about Paint or Re-Paint size of a cell phone in any panel. How can we fix small area and blend/match to rest of panel, Instead of re-paint entire panel for area of dime. This video definitely will help a lot. Please keep up good works.

[@swissmachinery1]

I am a hobbyist. Enjoying your tutorials

[@dalibormavar8130]

you are no1 all your jobs are amazing greetings from croatia!!!

[@shortarms4114]

I like how you’re not working in the best environment meaning a temperature controlled down draft booth with a space suit and you make it happen. True badass work looks good standing still and even better flying down the freeway.👍

[@PaintSociety]

Thanks! Just regular cross draft but we make it work.

[@mikesanchez1428]

kudos to you young man, self taught...much respect...

[@keithlucas9837]

Great video, plainly spoken with detail, doesn't get much better, thanks

[@PaintSociety]

More to come. Thanks!!!

[@joelblauvelt5062]

I have tremendous respect for you! A pleasure to watch & learn from....

[@PaintSociety]

Thank you Joel!

[@leviscott8519]

This video saved my world! Thanks a million Brian! Your a true prep and paint paint warrior and a brilliant teacher. A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

[@dzhonnphillips7893]

Watching all these videos non-stop learning a lot going to definitely help me get in the paint booth more at my job want to learn everything I can for any of these videos

[@PaintSociety]

So awesome to hear this!

[@tmkinnear]

Very cool. Just painted my first car, a 1998 Cherokee and ready to practice blending on a newer 4 Runner.

[@PaintSociety]

How did it turn out ?

[@Mikefngarage]

That foam tape replaced the folded tape we used many years ago. Before they had that stuff. You can still fold 1.5 inch masking tape to get the same results. I am not talking about back masking. Fold it into 3rds one sticy edge one folded one.

[@craigversetti5700]

Words can't say how impressed I really am !!!! ABSOFUCKINGLUTELY INCREDIBLE JOB !!!

[@luisvazquez3982]

Great blending tips , thanks for taking the time to do show us diy guys ...🖖👍👍👍

[@dougowens2686]

That blue tape is slick Really good info , Smart repair is my interest

[@jcraig89]

I use a w400 for clear blends for the same reason. The atomization is so fine. Its perfect for burn ins

[@mikemaster9545]

I like the way you do it but we don't do like yours! When you took off the foam and your two-line of masking tape, You sprayed with a different gun ( As you explained ) . Masking take has glue and making the surface rough, How do you spray on it when you have 2 other masking tape on the car? you make a line with that masking tape because they are still there, what is the point to put foam?

[@randyaustin6934]

Super good video. VERY professional job. Thanks for posting this!

[@alliho2243]

Glad I stumbled on your channel. Thank you for explaining everything in detail. I learned alot from you already!

[@PaintSociety]

Welcome AL! Bunch of videos here and adding more

[@mandsvschneider8726]

Thank you for making me " more Confident " Knowledge is great.... you can give it to someone and Still keep it. Best Regards, M in FL

[@PaintSociety]

Very well put. I like that!

[@mayrondelacruzperez5893]

Awesome job you must be so proud to be so good not even attempt school that is insane.

[@dewainpfaff535]

Thanks a million for making all of your vids! They are enlightening and so interesting! Love what you do, thanks!

[@pr2u740]

You sir are a fantastic craftsman I appreciate the videos keep up the great work good on you for sharing your knowledge happy days

[@MrElmono23]

Bodivision sent great work. Super informative love it!!!

[@PaintSociety]

MrElmono23 thanks for the comment! Stay tuned, I have some good DIY coming up!

[@duskomajstorovic9643]

Nice ,good,simple explanation all the best .Gretings from Serbia.

[@PaintSociety]

Welcome!!

[@FredMcPherson-j6z]

Fantastic video, answered many questions that I had. Thanks.

[@JOEGGGJOE]

Wow, very impressive. Wasn’t sure about that tape line transition. Killed it. 👍

[@PaintSociety]

It’s not recommended but in a pinch. It gets the job done and make for a cool video.

[@faroukkhan6777]

Thanks Brian,, excellent blending, job 💯

[@frankthompson5321]

Wow you do really nice work I'm self taught and learning a lot from you thanks must respect to you God bless

[@miguelvalle7787]

Great job yourself and bode are very much appreciated thanks for the tips

[@PaintSociety]

Miguel Valle that’s what it’s all about! Learning and applying. I love it!

[@miguelvalle7787]

If at any time it’s available and you have the chance I’ve had a project in mind. What steps to take on adding a clear coat over a finished factory finish?? Again that’s for your videos!!!

[@772777777777777]

Great job!...thanks for educating and sharing some nice tips to the public.

[@PaintSociety]

You got it! It’s what I love to do. I love to read comments like this !

[@Kipitrl]

Looks good! Im gun shy after a few cars and all the time sanding out orange peel.. Time to upgrade my equipment..

[@PaintSociety]

You’re only as good as your equipment and materials. Get yourself a good air compressor. I’m also going to be purchasing a harbor freight gun and putting myself in the ultimate position of a youtube DIYer!

[@Kipitrl]

@@PaintSociety nice!! Ya i have been using 2 compressors daisy chained together but still cant keep up. What do you recommend for a good 110 or 220v?

[@PaintSociety]

Jeff Baker 220 is always the way to go because you can get a bigger compressor that has the proper cfm to keep up with DA sanders and paint

[@larrydeck1]

Awesome instruction, loving watching you work!

[@terrenceclark3309]

Hey mate thanks for the wonderful information and the video quality is top shelf,keep up the great work and keep the awesome videos coming please thanks 👍🏻

[@hlalrinlianahrangate2952]

briefing,that show me new tips,u demonstration is superb,its like gaining xp even before practicing

[@MrAudi220]

awesome job man,hope one day i will be as good as you,started my first restoration on my daily/project car since it had panel that was badly prepped and painted and rust was coming trough so i managed to get it that is primed at this stage,experimented with some body filler and it looks good so far after 3 coats of 2k primer,some smal imperfections but after i sand it i still can use some putty.Great channel👍✌️👉

[@isabeldabila8327]

Great job budy That's confidence

[@Jpcars636]

Your work is great doing a blend on the swag line incredible I would have taken it higher up the rear quarter

[@PaintSociety]

Break them off at the line. Very easy

[@leviscott8519]

LOL at 1:00ish "And I think we'll be....just fine" looks off to the side quick. 😄

[@robbyzieroff9775]

Awesome video and repair brother!

[@PaintSociety]

Thanks Robby!

[@mariusmayer1685]

Sush a genius. Best KZbin video

[@PaintSociety]

Thanks!

[@justinchristiano8007]

Excellent video. I tried to blend a Pewter bumper once and I ended repainting the whole bumper. Base laid out lousey. This explained why. Could you give more info on the materials you actually use to do the "clear base" and the "final clear blend", and where to get them. I am a fairly skilled at home painter, but these blends are what baffle me. THANKS!

[@PaintSociety]

What paint line? All systems have a blending addictive. That’s a tough color to blend so I get it!

[@NorbieGontheMic]

A used black car I recently bought had scratches and small dents on the panels. So the cardealer gave my car to a SMART repair person to repair the scratches and dents. On return of my car, I noticed lots of white spots (in the area where the werk was done) that couldn't be removed when I rubbed them with my finger or fingernail. Are the white spots the results from overspray?

[@jeffreymiller1858]

Impressive how did he not have a line right at the end there

[@franktetrojr]

Good stuff my man. Thank you for sharing this valuable information!

[@vasiliskaradimos]

Great job friend and great channel...I think I must buy one lph400... Love the final result... Here in Europe this gun is not so famous....

[@PaintSociety]

Thabks for sub! What’s popular in England?

[@vasiliskaradimos]

@@PaintSociety Friend I am from Greece... Here we paint with Devilbiss, Sata and some people with Ws400...Nobody has lph400... It's not on the market... Sorry for my English....

[@PaintSociety]

Vasilis Karadimos check out my Latest video where I did a review on the LPH 400. Devilbiss also makes fantastic guns that I am a fan of

[@ajd5363]

Do you use clear base only for tough colors like silver or all colors? What colors could you skip the clear base, if any?

[@andrewvital7623]

Did you ever figure it out?

[@keithlucas9837]

Thanks you're something like a paint God, thanks again.

[@habibkmc]

I am new learner love your channel. I order all my stuff and start doing my first project on my car. It's need full number and just touch up on wings. I'm just struggling I live in the uk and going to do outdoor paint. Hopefully in future I rent place and start my own stuff. I am stuck one thing I try with spray can in the past but clear coat turn out of horrible. When I did research found out it. Didn't try at right temperature. Where I live it is very cold most of time temperature stay round about 8c to 16c. Some one told me to use infrared curing lamp. Plz do some video how to cure clear coat or paint without paint booth especially for cold environment.

[@stevedriver1476]

Dear Sir I painted my firewall on an old camaro,,basecoat clearcoat. the job looked amazing,,2 days later i saw a dry area that was a bit crappy. i sanded it with 1200,, masked the whole car up again, as i put a little basecoat over the re paint dry area the basecoat fried up,,, i put down a semi wet coat,, let it sit for 5 minutes then the second coat of basecoat it all fried up like really bad.. its possibly 'basecoat too heavy ,,melted the first coat originally put on the car 2 days before.

[@ClaytonMorris-l2x]

Great blend 🎉

[@tubguy7099]

we work wth acrylic urethanes, somewhat the same process, but we paint canopies for store fronts h-rise bldg curtainwall etc... the finish has to be impeccable, but some panels are large,and have a 90 degree angle ,that may be 3-4 feet long.,since this is hjgh production,we sometimes end up with dry spots on the corner of the 90.,which sometimes we dont catch until after its baked...the finish is in the paint,so,we cant just touch up the dry spots...e have to sand and re-shoot entire panel, ....and if we use tape on the 90,we may get lucky,or we may see the tape line,..do you think this blue tape could work ?...what is it called, and where do i get it ? all advice is much appreciated..thank you

[@jdimeo1966]

I'm a newbie, can you clarify a few things? I understand the sanding portion, but not sure about the painting process. Using a base coat with a slow reducer, do you paint slightly past the primed/repaired area or base the entire panel just short of the panel's right edge and top body line? Then clear the entire panel as usual, just short of the top body line. Then spray the blender along the top body line. Do I have the steps correct?

[@PaintSociety]

Pretty much you want to contain the base blending as much as you can because this repair has minimal room. Blend the base until it looks good. Use slow reducer to help keep the edge wet. Then first coat of clear comes up short of the tape (to not build up a line). The second coat of clear goes over the foam tape. Peel the tape and spray your blender to melt the fuzzy edge. This is not a repair for a newbie. It takes time to get to this point but you gotta start somewhere.

[@jdimeo1966]

@@PaintSociety Thanks!

[@jessjessee1911]

Great work brother, your videos really help me.

[@Combat556]

Beautiful work! Respect.

[@ej8_felipe]

Came out great my question is how does that clear blending agent not leave a tape line on the existing clear and is it ok to buff?

[@andrewvital7623]

Did you ever figure it out? I’m confused too

[@billthompson9595]

Another excellent tutorial! THANK YOU VERY MUCH

[@pixelbath2131]

Inspiring stuff. I need to know, could you do this kind of blend on metallic paint job but clear coat respray only? I want to reclear my roof and do a my fade outs toward the top of the 4 main pillars. I honestly don't care if the areas that peeled remain somewhat discoloured, it's an old car and I just want to roof to be glossy again. Would I be able to get by with some aerosol 2k a hit of the blender on the fade areas and a good wet sand/buff to finish? Or is there more to it?

[@foadrightnow5725]

Why no completely finished results? I wanted to see how closely the new paint matched the old!