What Constitutes Custom Color in Automotive Refinish?
It could be argued that any aftermarket coatings that are not represented by an OEM offering is custom … but that’s a moving target.
Technology Advancements in the Paint Shop
We’ve come a long way as far as paint technology goes, from not mixing at all to digital color management.
Auto Body Refinish: Paint Prep Fundamentals
Nothing is faster or more profitable than accuracy — doing it right the first time.
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.
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.
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.
Cycle Time: The Most Important KPI
Can we game the system to improve cycle time? Sure. But how about we simply fix cars faster?
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.
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?
How to Train an Auto Body Painter’s Helper
While it’s true the techniques are many and the fundamentals are few, I’m going to teach a new helper a specific technique within specific parameters, staying faithful to the fundamentals in order to achieve the desired outcome.
