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WATER SPOTTING

(Water Marking)

Circles with raised edges or whitish spots resembling the various shapes of water droplets appear on the surface of the paint film.

CAUSE

  1. Allowing water to come into contact with a finish that is not thoroughly dried/cured.
  2. Washing finish in direct sunlight.

REPAIR

  1. Wipe with a damp cloth, then polish.
  2. Or, compound and polish.
  3. Or, sand smooth with 1500-2000 grit sandpaper, compound and polish to restore gloss.
  4. Or, sand and refinish.

PREVENTION

  1. Do not allow water to come into contact with newly painted finish
  2. If a new finish does get wet, dry immediately with a soft cloth.
  3. Wash new finishes in the shade and wipe dry.
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