Auto Body Refinish: Are Today’s Colors Harder to Match?
It appears we’re dealing with the most unique and difficult colors in the history of car painting … or are we?
Automotive Painting: It’s Still a Good Trade
I can think of no other industry where a young man or woman can start in an entry-level position and excel to an extremely comfortable living — without ever going to formal schooling or training.
Auto Refinish: Are You a Custom Painter?
What constitutes custom paint? And what’s the difference between custom painting and collision painting?
Proper Paint Prep: Foundational Integrity
Stay faithful to these paint prep fundamentals, and you’ll be able to avoid redos and comebacks.
Auto Body Refinish: The Liability of Paint
Repairers don’t think about it, but there is liability associated with paint that could land them in court as defendants.
Auto Refinish: Accepting the Challenge
In order to overcome refinishing challenges, one must first understand the issues encountered.
P&M Profitability: Examining the Metrics
If we are not profitable with paint and materials, then the stark reality is that we are paying to fix the car.
Paint Problem Troubleshooting
Collision repair facilities today face many challenges with paint. Here are some common problems and how to overcome them.
PPE and COVID-19
With COVID-19 bringing a heightened sense of self-protection to the forefront, now is the time to reinforce the importance of PPE in the body shop.
The Reality of PBE Value-Added Services
Both PBE distributors and manufacturers offer beneficial value-added services – but there is a catch.
Doctor Gun, I Presume?
One man who is still around who taught me about both spray guns and selling PBE products with enthusiasm was Doctor Gun.
Refinish: Separating Your Body Shop from the Competition
How can we showcase our refinishing skills in a manner that separates us from other shops and drives business to our door?
