cheryl923 said:
Do you need to sand the dashboard before putting on primer then the paint? Not sure of the process. I want to paint my dash and the upper parts of my doors. I was also told it would chip. After the paint do I need to put something else on so it doesnt chip? I could use all the help I can get on this. thanks cheryl
normally some light sanding is required, using 2000 grade sand paper.. then wipe it with wiping thinner (to remove oil, dust etc..), then onli u can apply the primer.. if u r doing it according to the right procedure, probability to chip off is minimum.. tell u what, go and buy a reputable brand.. ask them for consultation on spraying to bare plastic part, they should be able to guide u on the type of primer to use, there is nothing needed to be applied on top..
the case is simple, paint to plastic (other than abs) is a no no, will not stick properly.. thats why need to apply primer, it act as a bonding medium between paint and the plastic part.. its the primer layer that is the most important, screw up the primer, gone case.. sure chip off..
for better effect, maybe u wanna try the pu type paint, its a soft feeling type as seen on dashboard more expensive car (though u might not notice it is painted).. but for this one baking is mandatory..