13/11/2026
🎨🚗 TIPS FROM CROSSMOOR AUTO PAINTS & ACCESSORIES
⚠️ MORE PRIMER DOESN'T MEAN A BETTER REPAIR!
Panel beaters and spray painters, here's something worth remembering: Applying extra primer won't necessarily give you a better foundation for your paint job.
In fact, applying too much primer, rushing flash-off times or not allowing sufficient curing can cause serious problems down the line.
🔍 WHAT CAN GO WRONG?
❌ SHRINKAGE – Sanding scratches and repair edges can reappear weeks or months after painting.
❌ CRACKING – Excessive film build can create stress within the coating, leading to cracks.
❌ SOLVENT POPPING – Trapped solvents can cause bubbles or tiny pinholes in the finish.
❌ ADHESION FAILURE – Poorly bonded coating layers can separate, lift or peel.
❌ SOFT PRIMER – Insufficient curing can clog your sandpaper and make sanding difficult.
🚨 HERE'S THE BIGGEST PROBLEM!
Your paint job can look absolutely perfect when it leaves the spray booth, but hidden application problems can show up weeks or even months later.
💡 TIPS FROM CROSSMOOR:
✅ Follow the manufacturer's Technical Data Sheet (TDS).
✅ Apply the recommended film thickness.
✅ Respect the correct flash-off times between coats.
✅ Allow sufficient curing before sanding.
✅ Make sure the primer is properly cured before applying the next coating.
🎯 REMEMBER:
It's not about how much primer you apply. It's about applying it correctly!
At Crossmoor Auto Paints, we believe professional results start with the right products, the right knowledge and the right application.
🛒 NEED THE RIGHT PRIMER FOR YOUR NEXT JOB? Visit Crossmoor and speak to our team. Let's get your preparation right before you pick up that spray gun!
📍 Shop No. 2, Crossmoor Shopping Centre, Unit 11 High Terrace, Chatsworth.
📞 067 736 5289
🏁 We don't just sell paint, we sell you the finish!
💬 LET'S TALK, PANEL BEATERS! Have you ever experienced primer shrinkage or cracking weeks after completing a repair? Share your experience in the comments.
