How to paint with Spray Cans

Video with cheap cans available here.
• How to fix a scratch &...
In this video I show how to fix a scratch in your paintwork.
Im only using spray cans so its a DIY friendly methods.
Items used are.
120g, 240g dry sandpaper
600g wet sand paper
Grey scuff pads
Scuffing Paste
Wax & Grease Remover
Masking Taper
Masking Paper
Plastic
Primer filler in a spray can
Colour matched basecoat in a spray can
Clear coat in a spray can.
Items available from www.vgautopaint...

[@001eltel]

One of the best vids I have seen on using spray cans and the different types of clear coat to use. Cheers from the UK.

[@chantelrhine8965]

Lolol funny good luck finding a color match

[@Kushology]

@@chantelrhine8965 You know places like Home Depot, CT and etc will colour match to the T? I've had paint gallons and spray cans done in the past. I had a BMX done Monster Green and Rockstar yellow. Also, more automotive places can just grab the paint code for a make/model and make it for you.. He said it in the video, that's literally what they did.

[@alexabenitez7643]

the best results that I have had was by following the Magic Painter Method (i found it on google) without a doubt the no.1 info i've tried.

[@kevinisaiasmatosalvarez4098]

There are several factors in getting a good result. One resource I found which successfully combines these is the Magic Painter Method (check it out on google) definately the most helpful info i've seen. Check out this awesome site.

[@bigmacklargefries]

What your forgetting to mention is base fades over time. So get the base colour matched and base the whole pannel on last coat then clear. Is not going to blend properly any way unless it's an exact colour match. And have fun with metallics out of a rattle can.

[@johnmaddern3519]

I have been a spray painter for over 25years, semi retired now. I l appreciate your love of painting and watched a few vids, keep up your great work new sub

[@thesetruths1404]

Good job. I had never painted a car or body parts in 30 years and at least 25 cars I've owned. This past week I painted my teenage son's Impreza in an open carport on gravel and dirt ground. I figured out what works for my area (western Colorado). I did 5 and 7 light to medium-wet coats on a whole car, over 4 sessions without fail. Apply and let dry for 15 (minimum) to 20 (maximum) minutes between coats and it works fine for the paints I used. You should spray two small test areas with all environmental/time factors the same before the actual project. For example, if you have an area to spray that takes 10 minutes to paint it, wait and warm-up/shake your next can(s) for 5 minutes and start the next coat. That's a total of 15 minutes. I know up to 20 minutes is also good. But 40 minutes was too long because that induced chemical reactions and severe wrinkling. I painted in the same order/pattern each time I sprayed a section. I had zero runs, spray errors, or reaction defects. The original paint condition was below average. No body rust, but 50% of clear coat was gone and hunter green was faded and rock chips galore. Below is the weather, process and paint I used. 1. Up to 3-mph occasional breeze is okay, anything faster or constant is to be avoided. Clear skies, for light, preferred. 20% to 40% humidity. Temperature between 50F and 72F while spraying. Warmed spray cans in hot water in a bucket. Shake them as much as possible. Paints used on sides, nose and rear (3 sections): -- Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Gloss Navy Blue 2X Paint + Primer: 1 medium-wet coat. -- Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Enamel Gloss Navy Blue: 2 medium-wet coats. -- Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Enamel Crystal Clear coat: 2 light coats + 2 medium-wet coats. I think a 5th coat could be applied with no problems. Paints used on hood, roof and hatchback (1 section): -- Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Gloss Black 2X Paint + Primer: 2 coats. -- Rust-Oleum Universal Hammered Black: 3 coats (4th coat optional). ***Color dries gloss dark grey with blackish specs, not solid black. 2. Sanded car with 100 and 150 grit dry paper by hand, with a scrubby dish sponge as the pad to fold the paper around. First, I sanded high defect/damaged spots...double their original size. Then I sanded vertically and again horizontally (cross hatched) the whole car. 3. From this point forward you must walk carefully to protect from dirt contamination...do not drag or scuff the ground. Wet the surrounding area to help keep dust out of air. Douse car with hot water and wipe down with rags. Let air dry 30 minutes. Check that all areas are smooth/scuffed well...touch up as needed. Wash with hot water+dish soap and rags/sponge. Rinse well. Dry with microfiber. Air dry 15 minutes. Tape up as necessary. 10 to 15 minutes before paint spraying use a microfiber cloth and lighter fluid or mineral spirits (same thing) to wipe down the section to be painted. Immediately before painting wipe all surface with a tack cloth. As you're spraying move slowly and don't scuff the ground. 4. Even in the open air you will want to use a painting respirator, but at minimum cover nose and mouth with thick damp cloth or N95/N100 face mask. Clear, tight fitting safety eye glasses work best...the larger goggles reflect light and make wet paint difficult to see clearly. I had to go without eye cover and just squinted my eyes when the paint spray was thick, because goggles distorted the light. 5. It will take these paint formulas 3+ hours to dry to firm finger touch so leave it alone for 5 hours. I let it dry 24 hours in the carport and then put it in the Sunlight for 2 more days before driving. At 25 to 30 days I'll polish and wax it. If you want to see pics drop me your email and I'll send you a couple.

[@richardgarfield3117]

I just wanted to say thanks for all the videos.... I do a ton of diy and work on cars just because I enjoy it but I have always struggled with spraying. But the tips on all the videos have been a complete game changer for me.... I have just finished a few spray jobs and I am so happy with them.... and its 100% down to everything I have learnt watching your videos... thanks so much again.... please keep going😊

[@waffle_chair9269]

Where are you ? I need help with my car. 😂

[@anthonyscott16]

This was beyond helpful! Thanks for taking the time to put this together for us. Stay safe Bro

[@10223220]

It is real satisfying to do a job like this and make it look new again 👍

[@lesfox2010]

Hey Dave, spotted you in a local Service NSW joint a couple of weeks ago. You looked a bit busy, so didn't want to be rude. Would've said hi otherwise. Knew it was you, surprising how different folks look on camera sometimes. Enjoy your vids, find them very informative.

[@MiddletoM]

The UPOL clear is brilliant, it smooths out so well giving a nice flat glossy finish with next to no orange peel.

[@NeilD163]

At last, a clear and simple video on how to do this sort of work, you made it so easy to understand each stage, am a bit of a hobbiest painter, only small stuff to help family out, but may look to doing more to make some money as have lost my job thanks to this bloody virus, anyway many thanks from the uk.

[@ahcrx]

Keep up the great work guys... I done a spray course with you guys years ago.. I learnt soo much customspraymods, Mark and Mario are legends!

[@alfnitro6104]

Wow, that’s amazing, I never realised you could get such a good result from a can! You are the Master.

[@royalt7147]

Your videos are both inspiring and educating me to prepare doing a rattle can job on my entire car. Extremely informative and you explain all areas well, giving valuable knowledge. Also found out you're from Australia too! Love from Melbourne my guy!

[@SickeningGojo]

Just discovered this channel recently and it kicks ass! Very well presented and informative. Much appreciated!

[@CanuckTony]

Not too shabby! Well done

[@guymcphee3104]

In Australia & New Zealand this car was known as the Holden VT Commodore and by the look of this car it is the 'Berlina' badged variant.

[@classicrestostv1fletch764]

Great video & well done. My skills are mechanical - not body - but I have a job to do, I know my limits, and your video has helped the confidence. Appreciated. Fletch - Classic Restos TV.

[@stevenlonsdale1154]

Brilliant video. I've got a 20 year old audi S3 that I'm going to try paint myself.

[@MrDemonchild71]

Cool video, very informative, excellent results, when I use cans I always turn the can upside down and spray a little to clear the nozzle between coats

[@doc-holiday]

Very straight forward and so easy to understand. Great tutorial. Thank you for the helpful tips.

[@PedroPlckle]

Dude. Great channel. Never kneel on a solid floor without knee protection - not even one time. It's going through me, man. Stay safe. :-)

[@f1akman]

Could use a buff out, but hell...it looks better than the rest of the car. Love the things that can be done with rattle cans when you take the care to do things right. Cheers. Great vid.

[@misribanda5555]

Simple WONDERFUL mate... ALWAYS MY TOP PRIORITY..

[@davidnasr3487]

Love this, Bought the cans from vg auto paints and sprayed my bumper looking good so far, I'll be buffing it soon to see that gloss pop out

[@aakhilbeig6552]

How is it now. Did any paint get lost I mean peel off or scratches falling

[@davidnasr3487]

@@aakhilbeig6552 still looks great! done a few cars since and they always look amazing

[@aakhilbeig6552]

@@davidnasr3487 👍

[@montitec]

Brilliant video, tackling a vw golf here in London, did all the prep work and primer but wasnt keen on laying the basecoat myself but think I will have a go now.

[@coryg7154]

This vid is 2 years old but yes we have 2k clear. Eastwood makes an awesome one. Puncture bottom to mix and sprays great. Doesn't leave that clear haze less expensive cans produce.

[@MichaelRoninTV]

holy crap, I was literally just on your website a few hours ago and sent through an enquiry about your colour shift aerosols and then this video pops up in my KZbin feed haha :)

[@MichaelRoninTV]

p.s - I didn't even know you had VG had anything to do with your channel lol

[@antsfur]

Great vid as always, I like the way you supply paint diy enthusiasts custom mixed upol paints I wish people did that here where I live

[@kristinekoski7345]

"Damn! Your good... Too damn good'!! Lol. Loved your video, and I learned somethan new.. thanks to you!!

[@watsupgardeners4023]

Love to see you do a full car in spray can, I want to spray mine but dont have a booth to spray it in, could I use cans for full car

[@bushcraftnorway]

Not at once, do part for part

[@ejtorres4662]

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[@justaddwata]

Not finding Proxl 2K in the US. USC Spray Max 2K runs around $16 a 335gram can. Thanks for another great video!! Stay safe in these crazy times!!

[@966Mako]

Great tips. If people are looking for a good clear coat from Bunnings. I used Dulux Duramax crystal clear the other day, several light coats then a wet coat. It really is crystal clear, super shinny & drys quick. $12 a can. I'd been using Rustolium products, but the Duramax paints are a far better paint in my opinion. The only problem I had, is I couldn't get a dark bottle green. So had to use Rustolium Hunter Green base coat, the darkest they had. That still wasn't dark enough. It seems a really dark green is something the paint companies could work on.

[@dylanjames4537]

This sorta stuff will send body shops broke hahaha

[@otallono]

Not really because most people aren't going to try this and most of the ones that do are going to mess up. This isn't anything new, these products have been around a long time.

[@alisonaussie4995]

You’re amazing thanks for all these instructional vids. I’m going to paint my PC case with paints I bought from Bunnings and Supacheap, but after watching a bunch of your videos I’ve realised I’ve maybe wasted my money, I think I’m not sure if my paints will work together and I know I’ve now gotta buff and polish my clear because it’s not 2k. Next time I’ll order my paint from you. I’m really confused because I thought I was buying all enamel spray initially, but when I read the fine print on two of them they say acrylic enamel.

[@apexhunter333]

Thanks mate I learned a lot from this.

[@rickpatman628]

17th September 2021. Super crazy outside now with COVID all of NSW in lockdown. Perfect time for some DIY and catching up on your vids. Cheers for keeping me saine

[@nicholastyson5095]

Excellent video! This answered a lot of questions. Thank you

[@thatguyinthe8138]

I’ve had a scenario where I have laid my 2k clear (in a can) and have had those clear line solvents shown in 12:40 and never disappeared. I’m curious what the best fix is for that and as to why mine never went away? I’ve recently discovered your channel and wish that i knew about this channel 4 years ago. Very informative and detailed videos! Cheers

[@zacagraniotis]

hey Dave another great vid beefing up also cheers for the step by steps

[@andymejia8572]

Great video

[@waffle_chair9269]

Would like to see when the hard edge around the wheel is fixed so that it’s sharp again. In this it’s sanded and the edge is rounded more than it should be, so you’ll be able to see the repair more obviously . Wish you guys were in Melbourne. Would be great to go in and learn off you guys.

[@superchickensoup]

Top work, thanks for the instruction

[@michaelf6710]

Hey Dave - Excellent Video. I have a question - does this mean I can do a DIY/Home car resto paint job using the safer 1K for all layers, and then take it to a spray booth to do a 2K clear and it will be just as awesome as doing 2K for each layer as you still get your UV resistance and toughness of 2K in the last clear layer?

[@waffle_chair9269]

Wow, 3 years, still no answer from these guys? 😂

[@unkowntrooper1657]

Just pay 20 and get 2k clear people always remember that, great work man ty

[@simonwallace699]

Great video, really helpful. I'd love to see a video on how to blend clear coat. I know others have done it, but it'd be great to get the "Dave treatment"

[@MarkSexton887]

Great info.Thanks. and what,a great workshop to do a days work. 👌

[@aaronsmith8744]

Great video Dave! I'm keen to get stuck into spraying my cars now!

[@daviddelgado5954]

Lovely mate! Thats a great Job!

[@redbug3485]

Good vid.

[@mohamedfiraz7041]

Thank you for sharing Greetings from Indonesia 🇮🇩

[@danielanderson5099]

You are amazing! Thank you for your time and teaching.

[@foxjerseycol4433]

Nice work.

[@JimmyMartinm3power]

You did well with tin cans, impressive 👍

[@soppingwetburgers6493]

Hey man, can you make a private video list or something, I would happily pay for it to learn, I'm a hands on learner ,I just want to learn and you are very confident and knowledgeable, to upload more of these, sorry if my grammar is terrible, I'm just so excited when I find videos that I've been looking for.

[@manz7277]

Thanks for the tutorial. This is a game changer!!!

[@AL-pn7iz]

Any issues with using different branded base coat and clear coat? Say a Dupli color base coat and Spraymax 2k clear?

[@estherlemus3276]

I'm pretty sure you're fine using that. I'm using the Dupli brand too.

[@hondamadricki6662]

Amazing video. Your videos are great and very informative. Thanks

[@karenpayne2822]

Amazing video, thank you

[@360rocketz]

Hi, im spraying a front bumper bar, so just to follow up, for a good condition bumper bar that needs a colour change, all i need to do is grey scotchbright and scuffing paste, wax and grease clean it, then paint, then clear, please correct me if im wrong as im going to spray the bumper today

[@tyreewalker122]

Great video. You just saved me a few hundred dollars. Thank you

[@LifestyleLanes]

Just the video I was looking for. Will definitely order paint and clear from the website.

[@pab1it05]

Hi, would love to see you mix and shoot a custom light satin rose gold paint on rims. Seems like no one in Australia knows how to make this particular colour...

[@carmelom269]

First, thanks for producing this video. Second, I have a few questions needing answers and clarification. 1) What is the main purpose for Primer coat? (You did not apply primer to entire panel. So why apply Primer only to sanded section?). 2.) You used a scuff pad on the outer areas surrounding the repaired scratch then applied base coat to sanded area then scuffed area of full panel. But, what happens if you do not scuff outer area and only cleaned with wax/grease removal then applied base coat? 3.). Does surface always need to be scuffed or sanded prior to base coat application? ( what is ideal grit to use?) 4) what is an ideal distance to hold can away from surface while spray painting panel? ; and 5) Is “orange peel” look the result of holding spray nozzle too far away from painted surface? 6) I noted you did not use any filler or glazing spot putty after sanding away scratch. Why not in this case?

[@smoggy1964]

Carmelo M the paint won’t have anything to grip to, so the paint will flake off off over time and the prime only needs to go over the repair

[@vaibhavkumar3106]

Hey bro i repainted a section in my car but due to my clear coat spray can got empty just after one coat i could not able to do multiple coat , after few month can i just aply my clear coat on my car by sanding with 2000 grit or i need to redo the paint job ?

[@timbradt5765]

Awesome! Hands down the BEST video I've seen on how to blend in a repair. Thank you! Unfortunately, my van's slider door requires some rust/paint repair on all 4 sides, so I will have to paint edge to edge. Light blue metallic. I have a very good paint match based on my test card. Should I paint edge to edge and see what the butt match looks like, then go back to blending into the adjacent panels (rear qtr panel and front door) if noticeable? Or just blend from the start?

[@nedoscarsandfishingvideos5500]

Really nice job

[@armantavakoli7926]

This was an amazing tutorial. Thanks a lot for sharing!

[@SERVITE888]

Thank you from Ventura California!

[@reyahmed8149]

Absolutely awesome, very very good video. Thanks!

[@lars-erikm921]

Awesome video! It makes me want to spray paint 😍 Best regards from Sweden

[@kellycrerar9705]

Great detailed video. Thank you. I am going to paint a large car with rattle cans (1970 300 Chrysler Convertible) I'm concerned that because it's so large it will take too long to get get my topcoat on before base dries. Should I just do each section individually or try to work faster. The rear quarter panels are connected as one large piece around the trunk so concerned as it's not separate pieces

[@Assassin1710]

Awesome job

[@adamahmed7851]

Hello mate. I love your videos. I’ve seen many of them. I wanted to ask you if you could do a video repairing a fender on an arch body line with a spray can. In London, I’ve seen lots of cars with front fender damage including myself but my dent is on the arch body line and I can’t seem to get the body line on the arch correct with body filler and I don’t know how to. If you did video with a fender arch damage on body line, that would help a lot. Thanks mate

[@-smp-scientificmethodpersp838]

11 dislikes are from people who provide for their families with this kind of work

[@multirotorputrajaya2454]

For me skill is skill. Ifu learn many place but u dont have the skill doesnt make sense hehe..

[@-smp-scientificmethodpersp838]

@@multirotorputrajaya2454 speak that truth lol

[@husky1232]

Very informative great channel keep up the great work you do

[@mikeymike3240]

Great technique man and really good tips on prep and paint.😎👍👍👍

[@yw941]

VERY NICE. NOW TELL ME HOW CAN I GET SPRAY BOTTLE. THANKS & REGARDS KASHINATH DAS

[@ymasoriginal3422]

Your truly an artist!

[@NealRiggers1978]

Great job

[@timvivoda5208]

Great instructional video .thanks great help .

[@MrAitch6969]

Love you video’s gives me the confidence to try to fix my 944 , do you have a video showing how to blend in new paintwork to older paint work say from door to front fender (wing) ?

[@storyfirstfilms5983]

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC CHEERS FROM SYDNEY

[@CodeFoxAus]

I've watched this 3 times ... now to go out and try my new skills on my wife's Rav4 😂

[@sydneyNemesis101]

Sweet mate, will be using the 2k clear

[@rl4889]

This guy is GREAT

[@TupaiTerbangChannel]

Good job bro👍🏼🔥😃 Nice job👍🏼 Very nice😃

[@1patriotman973]

Thanks for the videos. I've learned a lot from your channel. Great job 👍

[@serno-renovaties]

Perfect video. Thanks from the netherlands

[@jimmybrown9595]

Good for beginners I prefer to spray by gravity feed gun and mix my on spray materials.

[@MorseauMusic]

Awesome vid. I got a vz commodore ute and the clear coat is fading on the roof. its a gloss black and just wondering what rattle can would you recommend for the gloss black. Cheers

[@btbd2785]

Hello Dave. Thanks for making another great video on how to do a great job painting with Spray cans. I noticed a number of times how when your taking in the distance it's hard to hear what your saying because that area realy echos and the way the mic picks up all ofbthose sound. So between your accent, how fast you speak and that echo I can't pick up some of the words you are speaking. Thank you

[@danangarifwibowo7510]

thanks, it is a very usefull video.

[@richardr1683]

How much would you charge a customer for such a quality repair like this?

[@nuka5619]

Amazing video mate, very professional 👍🏻😀 any tips, I’m spraying my 2003 accord in white, would love some tips on prep work and what clear coat to use

[@aerotek6062]

Another great vid

[@archiedow5454]

Where is the video on the cheap $15 top coat, ie how to get a good finish sanding etc.?

[@moss745]

Excellent 👍

[@jamhen01]

Very good finish considering it's from spray cans but surely you are still better off with a compressor and gun, if you have them?

[@modaufygarage]

Great video and I’m thinking to attempt the scratches on a Subaru that I own. Just a quick question, can I use 2k paint outside a spray booth? Or if I am using a garage to paint am I better off with a 1k paint then sanding and buffing?

[@watsupgardeners4023]

I believe 2k is better for outside cause you can sand it down better and then clear coat it again

[@bobs5290]

Great Video easy to understand got a question for you sprayed a door panel with a metalic green ,a dark colour looked pretty good ,then used a basic clear coat put 3 coats on when I buffed and polished it looked OK but close up in sunlight it has a blueish tint, dont want to keep like this probably start again paint and clear coat ,what do you think ?

[@boyyobpp]

@customspraymods I like the way you work, could you do a video of spraying just the door handle cup? Or could you advise me on the best way to do a smart repair on it

[@roostfezza7563]

Good to see another video. I'm having problems with my new paint being affected by petrol. Im using acrylic base and clear on motorcycle bits, but if there is a fuel leak or anything it ruins it. What paint should I be using?