Car Painting: How to Spray the BEST LOOKING Clearcoat!

We all know how frustrating it can be to spray a nice looking coat of clearcoat. In this video we dive into the science behind spraying a smooth coat of clearcoat. Learn tips and tricks developed over many years geared toward the DIYer and Profession to obtain the best possible finish whether its in their home garage or professional spray booth!
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[@PaintSociety]

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[@MrHotguy034]

If i sand the base coat with 1000p sanpaper because of a nib of dirt can i just clear over that ,or must i apply more base coat?

[@tledimalenkwane9224]

Hi Brian _ your videos are very educational and clear on the details, can you please tell me, what's the name of the plastic you're using to cover the entire body of the car - if you have a supplier name, please provide me with the details .

[@ManuelRivera-wu9pm]

You have an lph 400 is the same thing goes with the lp h300 p or is it better to say not to put clear with a l pH 300 iwata

[@ty6896]

Brian this link no worky. Goes to some random site that doesn’t exist.

[@PaintSociety]

@@ty6896 sorry. Store closed

[@VintRestGarage]

Always learning the art of painting, which is extremely complicated. I’m blown away by the tips and “tricks” from your channel. You build confidence in doing the job. Thanks for the lessons.

[@dianacorrales6606]

I swear every video I've watched has been by far on point I have successfully done everything I needed to do for my car now this video will complete my project thank you teacher of the year ❤

[@AJ-yo7rb]

I’ve been painting for 10 years, using the same Iwata w400 with 1.3 and I use it at full noise always

[@chewykarma]

Brian, you OWN this topic. Thank you for sharing your skill and experience in such a straightforward, easy to understand, and entertaining format.

[@PaintSociety]

Thank you!

[@KempBouvia]

Getting ready to paint my 83 Cutlass supreme Watching lots of videos I think this might be the best one I got a lot of good tips off of this guy kudos to you brother subscribing tonight

[@nikolaijermolajew7237]

Hi Brian and the PS crew. Thank you for all the content you produce. I’ve been enjoying learning from your vids, down here I Australia. I was wondering if you have any plans to do any videos about engine bays. I’ve recently completed my first ever painting project in my garage at home, which was the engine bay in my ‘83 Holden VH Commodore (Australia’s GM arm). We had a bit of rust repair, panel beating, filler, a lot of wire wheeling, all Followed by epoxy primer, 2k surfacer, and finished with Debeer COB. I ended up flow coating to get rid of the orange peel. While I was researching and figuring out how to proceed with the help of content like yours and others, I found that there is a distinct lack of engine bay specific videos. The thing is that some of the tips and tricks that everyone teaches on panels, can’t be directly used on bays, because of the all the high spots and nooks and crannies. One big example I found was that once the initial stripping is done, there is almost no machine sanding possible. I actually had two tiny rubs through during flow coat. That led to fry ups when I was fixing it up. It’s all finished now and I’m happy with the result. I’d love to see how someone like yourself would tackle this kind of restoration job, and see how you might do things differently. Thanks again, and keep up the good work. You guys shit on us Aussies when it comes producing good car content. 👍 Nikolai Canberra, ACT

[@AJ-yo7rb]

If you are ever in that situation again.. scotch pads and wax/grease remover.. if you think it’s clean enough. It’s not 😄

[@nikolaijermolajew7237]

@@AJ-yo7rb thank you. Yeah I was doing a lot of cleaning as a went. Talking to another painter about it, he was saying it may have also been from trying to put too much base on those little spots in one go. Thoughts?

[@brianowens2073]

Brian absolutely brilliant video them teacher skills really help 👏👍so much when it comes to showing how to put the clear down learnt so much thanks

[@PaintSociety]

Thank you!

[@killadelphia215]

Paint society is by far the best KZbinr for paint/refinishing!

[@powerwagon3731]

I used paint some 35 years ago, I would like to paint again before I get too old.

[@terryhoffman2760]

Sprayed black urethane primer , black urethane base both great. Sprayed clear coat , first coat blotchy, resanded . Second coat same. Checked pressure did test spray, that was ok . Third try clear was not even. Thicker in spots. Will say I was trying the impossible. Painting outside in sun. Lost access to paint booth and could not find garage rental. Live in Nothern Ky not many diy ers here. Put on hold until I can get inside. Not as easy as it seems. Did all he said used 1.3 nozzle. It kicked my butt.

[@roropepe1848]

excellent lesson once again! would love to see a video on how to apply 3 coats of clear.

[@RPista]

true that bigger nozzle tip means bigger paint droplets but you have the ability to close & or tweak the fluid to control how much fluid gets atomized at the aircap or am i looking at it wrong?? i always thought a 1.3 is a better overall size but i also have a supernova ls400 with a 1.4 tip & it’s the best of both worlds for oem & flat finish in my opinion. i close the fluid 1 3/4 turn in from open & play with the psi till i see small paint drops(per your video lol) which for me for basecoat is at 29psi & 36 for clear & that mimics a 1.2 nozzle to paint at a slower pace to get a flatter finish. also i leave it at full fluid & speed it up but sacrifice finish. i guess it’s up to each person’s preference but this is why i skipped the 1.2 setup. now, i’m not a paint expert like brian which is why i asked if what i said is a accurate statement or i’ve been fooling myself lol i’m just the weekend diy’er but take pride in every job i get & it’s been an addictive ride

[@1987whitez]

Exactly you being real with it bro.

[@BruceLyeg]

Beautiful work as always. Thanks for the tips

[@RecoveryRoomRestorations]

always learning something from you!!...one question,...why do you switch direction on the peak of the hood?

[@PaintSociety]

I can’t reach hha

[@alexsenin3632]

That’s one beautiful car!!

[@laskothuglife9581]

I learned alot bro. Well put together video

[@jeanbrown3438]

I Bryan....i always love watching your videos....because each time i learned some things from the same video....you are a great a great Teacher.....i need one of those light that you can put on the spray gun....where can i get one?. because i don't have a paint booth....and some time it's a little dark....send me a link bless.

[@TanNguyen-zn2rz]

very good explanation thank you

[@franktetrojr]

Good stuff my friend!

[@mylesl2890]

when painting flexible things like the bumpers, do you use. 1. adhesion promoter 2. flex agent ??

[@charliesgarageusa4986]

Your video are so helpful thanks for what you do 👍

[@dw1hkdavidtkwong]

Thanks for sharing

[@Forthekingdomofkingjesus]

Hey there, what kind of neutralizer do ya use? Is it an ionizer or where can I purchase one?

[@v65sabreking]

Nice job

[@tinamcgarrah7794]

Awesome job, then a rock chip.or moron in a parking.lot dings it up!

[@arnulfolegaspi5541]

sir i like the way you do ...thanks so much ..i learn a lot from you.........but i want to buy an spray with your recomindation ... till how much the prise of ansprygun

[@ronnygonzabay233]

How’s that walcom? 1.2? Is better to use?

[@lenardprice6813]

Hey brain I just noticed my 2011 Cadillac Escalade have sun 🌞damage. The paint curly up

[@whipzpaintlyfewithjay9654]

Good info!!

[@robertoferrari5397]

..that's a nice color

[@danielsharon524]

Just subscribed - Since the OE finish has orange peel, wouldn't you want to duplicate that?

[@kimdotnet8151]

Can you make a video on solvent pop? Is it possible to completely avoid it other than choosing what time of the day you spray?

[@davidg5704]

I would let it flash longer if it's cooler to be sure solvent has escaped imo.

[@kimdotnet8151]

@@davidg5704 Thanks for the reply. We thought at first the booth was getting too hot too fast and adjusted the bake cycle cause it was going upwards of 100 degrees outside. We figured out our painter was over reducing stuff like crazy to attempt a slicker job. We looked at the history and they were going 20+ grams over. Explains the constant runs too. But all resolved and the results are coming out great.

[@tanker242]

You didn’t link the regulator

[@tomh6598]

Do you have to add some kind of hardener to the clearcoat any time you apply clearcoat to Car or is it optional?

[@jmdcustoms3522]

Thanks for the videos. What is the best clear coat gun for around $500 or less.

[@ΖαχαρίαςΔρακούλης-ψ1λ]

Is there any video that shows how to do matte painting?

[@TheReverb1]

...man, you talk the same way and tone as Jesse Karate nerd here in ytube too

[@hectorcolon-rv2xd]

Hi were is your shop located, I have looked in the website and unable to find to take my car and a estimate on a ceramic coaling.

[@DynoDieselWagon]

Min 5-1500

[@kurodaiadventureteam-cekla1068]

Hi sir. I have a question. Do you mix base coat with extra slow reducer?or slow reducer? can you teach me how about the ratio to mix. Thank you sir.

[@patocallaghan3648]

Are you using solvent basecoat or water based basecoat

[@AaAa-ei7ds]

Sorry for silly question been contemplating for a few days messaging you on IG LOL 🤣 but I sprayed for the first time on a devilbiss finishline hvlp and my air pressure regulator when I would let go off trigger would go to 100psi and when I would try to adjust it it will not go pass 20 psi, whole trigger was pressed. Long story short I was spraying a championship white of OMNI paint but instead of painting the fenders white it just made the primer a lighter gray almost like if the paint was see through? I was thinking maybe the regulator took a dump even though it was new and pressure was too high and paint was not being applied correctly?

[@AaAa-ei7ds]

Thanks in advance!

[@worthey1969]

At 100°, do you need to reduce your clear a little bit or not ?

[@tonyb4350]

do i need to scuff basecoat(non metallic) before clearcoat?

[@AliVapeReviews]

how i fix solvent pop i got it on a hood i sanded it back down 24 hours later and cant go past the e coating i don't have sealer

[@ArifKhan-xy3cn]

What's the paint code?

[@mekarautobody]

👍👍

[@vivektiwari3110]

How much psi for smoother finish

[@tipusultankhan1057]

Why fender spray 2 time sir

[@danglyreprap4206]

Drop-a-lits 😂

[@jimhalcrow7874]

Hi Brian, I've just bought a 1.4 iwata and I'm mainly going to be painting motorcycle tanks, have I made the wrong choice if I need to I will buy a 1.2 as you suggested, does this mean the 1.4 will be sat on the shelf and not get used ?

[@PaintSociety]

It’s great for sealer the 1.4

[@jimhalcrow7874]

@@PaintSociety thanks brother, I'm going to look for an iwata 1.2 now 👌

[@armondoreyes5355]

dudes like the perfect teacher🤣🤣 feels like school

[@johnw4468]

Brian, I love your videos and how well you show and explain the way and skills you need to paint properly and professionally for us who like to learn how to do it ourselves, that been said, I’d like to paint my dad’s Mustang in a matte or satin black color and it would be nice if you consider to make a video on how to get that type of finish done correctly with the amazing results you always come up with. I salute you and I hope you think about it. Thank you

[@tryfindme1573]

You guys don't want to see my orange 🍊🍊 on clear 😂🙂. Tomorrow practicing more.

[@themoderndayvintage7935]

Hey man, can you do a video on spraying pearls in base?

[@MidnightCustoms111]

You dont spray pearl in base. Pearls are a tri coat. 2 coats base 3ish coats of pearl

[@LebronJames10644]

Pearls are annoying on painting

[@sealisland1]

Slower (reducer/activator) is faster. I like to adjust the pressure at the wall to with in 10lbs of where I like to spray. Open the gauge up all the way and make small adjustments there. Really good tutorial Brian!

[@stax6057]

Painting the whole part instead of a normal cut in is genius. I can't believe I haven't thought of that before, when you think about it it really does make everything easier, cleaner, and probably even cheaper on overhead cost. I'm gonna start doing that at work

[@samfisherskiller]

I got one for you, I'm sure they're are plenty of others in my same situation. Show us what types of filter, moister traps used in shop and how to set one up at home. I have an 80 gallon upright that I bought a year ago but realized afterwards that the cheap home depot filter,moisture,oil traps don't even work and spray atrocious amounts of fluid. I went to a body shop and asked what they used, they showed me some ridiculous set up that cost thousands. Needless to say.......

[@andrewwhiting5526]

I use a copper line wound in a coil that sits in a bucket of water before my reserve tank never have any moisture issues

[@samfisherskiller]

I'll post a video of my set up and see what suggestions I can get

[@AnestIwataRefinish]

Some good information in here!! All the steps in the painting process are important! Split nozzle all the way!!

[@brandonhensen7703]

Hey whats the difference between the American WBX (red) and the International WBX (gold) caps?

[@jamessakimae9655]

@@brandonhensen7703 you've probably gotten the answer by now but if not, the red- max inlet of 20psi (US compliant), uses 300L/min, with a 1.4 uses 150ml/min, and 12in fan. Gold- runs on 29psi (non compliant in US), uses 370L/min, with a 1.4 uses 200ml/min, and has a 15.4in fan

[@MarcBchannel]

​@jamessakimae9655 Do you know how they spray and compare? Base/Clear? How about the LV4 on the W400? Curious

[@rodneynelson3862]

HI Brian, I think this is actually the best video you have ever done. I'm not just saying that. The way you explained things on the white board was awesome. Doing this technique really helps me and I'm sure others to understand EXACTLY what is going on. It really helped to solidify all of the other information you have been telling us up to this point. You have talked about different types of guns numerous times but you never explained exactly how and why the different opening sizes will impact the paint. The same goes for the explanation on reducer. I would suggest incorporating some white board explanations into all of your videos if possible. I'm not ready to paint my car but have been watching your videos for over a year now. My car is currently in bare metal and hopefully in the next 3 months I will have it in primer!

[@johnmiranda8287]

Brian I’ve been watching all your videos and love them. I’m getting my Corvette ready for paint and love to see you do a video on the brands of paint especially clear. I’ve heard you have to be careful on which clear to use especially over white. I will be painting my Corvette Arctic White.

[@jasonmaes6021]

Insurance work always pays for you to do all that r&i. Great work sir.

[@supercomp7078]

I have watched you for some time, this was one of the most helpful for me, love the work, thanks for the help

[@hobbylyfe4716]

Couple questions 1. What is your base coat wasn’t smooth? Hit it with 1200? 2. Why didn’t you blend the bumper?

[@themustangguy9294]

I love your videos, thank you for making this channel. I did my first paint job and clear coat yesterday on a 1988 Mustang and due to what I've learned from this channel it came out beautifully!!!!!!

[@ntonytay]

very good information. Just like Im in a classroom listening to the teacher

[@jonnygarland4741]

🤔Automobile paint guy YOU REALLY ARE a REAL expert YOU REALLY DO KNOW what you're talking ABOUT YOU ARE a REAL professional auto painter I DO REALLY KNOW by listening to EVERY word YOU said because I AM a REAL ASE certified master auto painter for companies like BMW Jaguar & Mercedes-Benz & Lamborghini ALSO Ferrari & Lexus and Toyota really Lexus IS Toyota and I have ALSO painted automobiles for General Motors ALSO Ford motors I got about 60 years of REAL professional REAL experience I like watching YOUR video's REALLY YOU do leave some things OUT in YOUR video's YOU COULD explain a lot better when it comes to painting automobiles like what is the best name brand clear coat what is the best clear coat were ito bye the clear coat HOW to mix the clear coat what size needles what size air caps were to buy the needles were to buy the air caps that's what people REALLY want to REALLY KNOW is watching YOUR video's. And some clear coats is not as clear as some clear coats that song clear coats cost way too much money is not any good that's what people really want to hear is watching your videos I think you get the idea

[@killadelphia215]

My man, what’s ur favorite clear gun at the moment? I’m using a supernova 400ws but thinking about buying a Sagola due to the speed..

[@patocallaghan3648]

If you don’t give the clearcoat flash off and hit the bake cycle it can cause solvent pop also regardless of hardener

[@jamespolucha8790]

I want to paint my motorcycle that I built but I’m a little Leary, just think I’m going to mess it up, I’ve been watching your videos and I think I’m going to give it a try,you allways say it’s just paint, so I need to buy a gun ,primer, paint and clear, oh yeah a respirator plastic sheets tape sand paper , buffer and compound,man a lot of things to get

[@eldrickejleest]

Would love to see you paint a car with the smallest tip. 0.8mm? 1.0mm?

[@jaykrom7639]

Small tips are usually for pressure pot guns. I got a Prolite with a 1.1 nozzle which works great for spot repair,

[@nolancrane5987]

Is that mazda 46g? I hate this color because most cars that were previously repaired have been almost completely resprayed making it hard to match. Played hell with one 2 weeks ago

[@matthewwoolf8039]

Brian, is this theory correct? If you want to spray finer droplets, for a flatter finish, does increasing the air pressure on the regulator do this????? But does this alone cause other potential issues you must control? In my head, it does. These issues being does it also increase the rate of paint in the pot spraying out as well?? Meaning it may hit the panel too fast which means too much overspray so you turn down the fluid dial to even that out, to reduce overspray and the speed of the paint shooting out the tip? I want a finer mist without the spray being too fast and turbulent and overspray-ey. Obviously also without crossing the line of making it spray dry and rough as well.

[@tonypointer7026]

You should see my buddy. He the best at painting. Fussy as hell. He can paint with 10 dollar gun as we'll as 2000 gun

[@petewhite511]

Awesome video #paintsociety Brian and team. I should get my self a small compressor and a gravity fed gun.

[@beemabuildbodystylingrepai1934]

Hi brain great video buddy anyone can learn from these vids beginners or pros:) What clear do you use buddy.I’m on waterbased basecoat here and always find it tends to drop slightly after bake than if I use solvent base Regards

[@cmedina61]

Can you do a clear coat repair. Faded from sun damage. Roof and hood. That would help cause the rest of the car usually isn’t faded

[@Bubi0]

Hello I wanted to paint a painted bumper ( plastic ) does it have to be primed before painting ? and then base coat and clear coat.

[@donsamuel3024]

I'm from Cameroon and I have a local spray shop my challenge is how can I stop dreping vanish

[@Swenser]

Run an experiment. Aim for maximum orange peel and see what factors create the most.

[@nighthawkj30A4]

That’s new Acura TLX and its already getting paint done. Here i am with my Well taken care of 2004 Accord EXV6 Sedan with only 71,000. And here i am tripping about a few scratches on the Trunk. And few micro cracks in the Hood.

[@davidg5704]

When you spend that much on a new car you want it perfect so it doesn't come back as a complaint then have to fix it anyways. Doing it right the first time.

[@o5unclebob]

Hi Brian, thanks for helpful video! Can you clarify whether you recommend more thinner when using a smaller nozzle or compensate for the difference in some other way?

[@bro7053]

Would like the opportunity to work with you but am far way from you I am in Jamaica fam

[@johnnipcomedian]

Great vid! We need you to make a video on how to properly align panels (older cars) for us newbies. Keep up the good work!

[@eviljgish9308]

I'll never learn to spray clear I've tried for years and never been anything like this

[@charlesleake930]

thanks for the vid ....but ....are you a Master Mason ..or such ??? : )

[@offshore557]

Do you HAVE to sand and buff after you paint and clear?

[@husky1232]

Brian well explained and great tips you have answered my questions great important advice this was the best video for me you make a great teacher kept it simple thanks for sharing this video

[@hedgepethracing9590]

Brother gave me that same gun. Nice hand me down ....

[@infinite540]

This is the absolute best video on KZbin on clear cleat and atomization of material. Bravo sir. 👏

[@xIxAmxKh2xI]

i read somewhere clearcoat can take up to a month to fully cure, is that true at all?

[@deankay4434]

Good information on prep, pre-painting I found different for the seal and a lot of time on the gun. Not be picky but the base or clear brand is never discussed. I've seen the mix-bank bank behind you many times but are you using Sikkens?

[@PaintSociety]

Yes we are

[@deankay4434]

@@PaintSociety Thank you! They nice tools for tinting base for a vehicle that has had a lot of sunshine & VU "A,B & C".

[@federicomarinmarin9711]

Hola la punta y la boquilla de la wbx sirve para ponerle a la bellaria

[@ShannonTucker-i4l]

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[@ianthomas5852]

You are a very good teacher i have learned a lot from you and the gunman.

[@maxedmoto]

can you tack rag over metallic basecoat?

[@EmeruwaJoshua-nb6yb]

Am a spray painter, pls I need company work

[@Ibrahim_photography]

Your videos are very helpful , thanks

[@Nonsense62365]

Great a explanation about tip sizes and atomization! Kudos Brian!