side wall repair - near the bedroom slide

[zmotorsports]

Just for future reference, when you prime something try to feather out the primer to a soft edge. Anytime you do a hard break for primer and then come back later to sand the hard edge will show through the final paint and clear stages.

I like to take masking paper and roll it back over itself to create a rolled edge and then the primer will lightly blow under the masking paper to create a nice soft edge that is easily wet sanded and blended later.

Just an FYI for next time.

[andy29847]

Originally Posted by zmotorsports

Just for future reference, when you prime something try to feather out the primer to a soft edge. Anytime you do a hard break for primer and then come back later to sand the hard edge will show through the final paint and clear stages.

I like to take masking paper and roll it back over itself to create a rolled edge and then the primer will lightly blow under the masking paper to create a nice soft edge that is easily wet sanded and blended later.

Just an FYI for next time.

Thanks for the tip. I was unsure how to achieve the "feathered edge" working in the tight space I had. I meant to stop short of the tape edges when I sprayed. I'll remember the tape trick. I may help some. I have a serious lack of painting talent.

FWIW, I'll have the spot professionally painted.

[zmotorsports]

Originally Posted by andy29847

Thanks for the tip. I was unsure how to achieve the "feathered edge" working in the tight space I had. I meant to stop short of the tape edges when I sprayed. I'll remember the tape trick. I may help some. I have a serious lack of painting talent.

FWIW, I'll have the spot professionally painted.

Happy to help. When discussing the repair with potential painters inquire as to how proficient they are doing an open blend clear. Most shops won't do it and many painters think they can do it but fail to do it properly where it is undetectable.

[Bruce Anthon]

It is always a treat to follow “Gulliver’s Travels”. Your posts are very informative. Thank you for sharing them with us.