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If you’re finding it difficult to determine whether OEM certification would be beneficial for you and your customers, this guide will explore both sides of the debate to help you make an informed decision. We’ll cover everything from the meaning of being OEM certified to its advantages, as well as alternative routes to consider. What […]

From how long they should wait before cleaning to the best practices for waxing, this guide is here to help you provide your customers with the best advice backed by reason. As body shop professionals, you hold responsibility for ensuring customers leave with a complete understanding of how to tackle maintenance for their vehicle’s exterior […]

What considerations do body shop teams need to factor in for EV collision repairs compared to ICE vehicles? How do the procedures and skills required differ, and why? Will they take up more time and resources? Whatever questions you have, our guide to the differences between collision repairs for ICE and EV vehicles can provide […]

How to prepare and mask a motorcycle for painting Proper preparation and masking are essential for achieving a high-quality motorcycle paint job. Find out the best way to handle the prep work in the steps below. Protect the painting space/spray booth Before you begin preparing the motorcycle, you must protect the spray booth. We recommend […]

Regardless of whether the parking sensors are the more modern ultrasonic version that works by measuring how long it takes for a signal to bounce off an obstacle or the less common electromagnetic version that detects the presence of an object over time and alerts the driver accordingly, they can often puzzle professionals who’ve been […]

Body shops must comply with OSHA’s General Dust Exposure Limits as enforced under 29 CFR 1910.1000, which establishes permissible exposure limits (PELs) for airborne contaminants. Where dust exposure cannot be eliminated, employers are legally required to implement effective control measures to reduce employee exposure to acceptable levels. Depending on the materials being sanded and the […]

Metallic paint must be handled and applied differently to achieve a high-quality finish both you and the customer will be happy with. Here, we’ll be explaining the pros and cons of choosing metallic automotive paint, alongside offering our top tips for application and maintenance. Not only can this be a handy resource for your body […]

Choosing the Right Filler: Different Types of Automotive Body Filler Automotive body fillers will usually fall into three distinct categories: standard, medium and premium grade. Each one consists of polyester resin and hardener, which can either be found pre-mixed or, more often with professional fillers, separated. The filler grade you choose will depend on the […]

How Does Cold Weather Affect Car Paint? Cold weather can affect each step involved in painting a vehicle. From storing the paint to applying and curing it, colder temperatures throw a variety of problems at auto repair specialists. The main effects of cold weather on automotive painting are as follows: Paint adhesion: when the surface […]

If paint overspray is left on the vehicle or proper procedures for removal aren’t followed, this can affect the overall finish of the vehicle. Of course, this can lead to dissatisfied customers and build a bad reputation for the quality of your paintwork. Therefore, learning how to minimise and prevent overspray is essential when you […]

What Tape Should I Use for Seam Sealing? The primary purpose of seam sealing is to prevent moisture from getting into places where it could ultimately cause problems such as rust or body panel damage. So to ensure you’ll be left with a high quality, trustworthy seal, we recommend using JTAPE’s Seam Sealing Tape. This […]

What is Metamerism? Metamerism is a phenomenon where a particular color may appear similar to another color under specific conditions, such as under daylight, but seem entirely different under a different set of conditions. For instance, two colors that look identical in daylight may appear dissimilar when viewed under an artificial light. Metamerism may seem […]