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Preprocessing of Painting

Preprocessing of Painting

1. Sanding
Sand the damage area flat and smooth.




Shallow Scratch:
Use a flexible block and #240-#400-#600 sand paper.




Hole / Deep Gouge:
Cut out and flatten any torn or burred area.
Use a knife, flexible block, and #180-#240 sand paper.

2. Air blowing / degreasing
Clean the damaged area thoroughly.
Use alcohol, and wax and grease remover.