answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Thin out the paint for color match

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Why use reducer for auto paint?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Can you reduce a urethane paint with a lacquer reducer?

I'm guessing this is auto paint. The best rule is to use a reducer of same brand some are not compatible with other brands. e.g.(PPG paint PPG reducer & activator). You will most likely have issues if you mix and match brands. And yes urethane reducer can be used with urethane paint.


Do you use hardner in the clear coat?

do you use hardner or reducer in clear coat car paint?


What is paint reducer?

its a solvent


Thinner or reducer for oil based paint?

Thinner--specifically, mineral spirits. Reducer is used in urethane car paint.


How to understand auto paint mixing ratios?

A mixing ratio given as 4:2:1 normally means 4 parts of base product, 2 parts thinner/reducer, and 1 part hardener.However, some paint manufactures add hardener second, and thinner/reducer last.


How can you use auto paint colors effectively?

To use auto paint colors effectively, you need to have the right tools, such as a paint sprayer. Going to Auto Body School will also help because they would teach you how to apply the paint correctly.


What is the best procedure to mix automotive paint?

Talk to the people at the paint store for better advise but choose a reducer that matches your paint and temperature range and I go with a 2 to 1 reducer to paint ratio using a 50psi regulator, that works well enough for me.


What is best auto paint to use?

Dupont


how to mix car paint?

you need to mix equal parts car paint and reducer really well. then transfer the mixture to a paint gun.


Which reducer makes Oil base paint dry fastest?

Acetone, Xyolene


Big huge rock that you want to paint a picture of a wolf on What king of paint should you use?

I would use Auto Air airbrushing paint


How much reducer do you put in paint to spray paint a car?

we need more info, what type of paints, Most if basecoats are one to one