How to See Dents When Finishing Paint
Finishing paint on a car is usually done by professionals with spray cans and masks. A dent is a depression in the body of the car caused by objects coming into contact with the car. Painting a car with a dent should be avoided because it can lead to the paint chipping if the dent is ever removed. To properly check for dents, you need a light source and good vision.
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Acquire a light source or elect to use natural light from the sun.
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Position the painted surface so that the light reflects off of it.
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Place your head against the surface and look along it while closing one eye. The light will magnify any imperfections in the surface and closing one eye will allow you to focus on the surface more intensely. A dent is any depression in any surface. Note the location of the dents if you see any and repair them first before painting.
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