Misty Matt feel paintwork.

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Minty71
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Misty Matt feel paintwork.

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I’ve recently noticed some areas of my body work mainly the doors .. seem to have Matt misty look and feel to them.
I’ve had the car about 4 months and it wasn’t there when I bought it.
It’s been hand washed by me a few times. With no issues.
But when I went to wash it last weekend.. I noticed it.
Does anyone know what it is or causing it. And what can I do to get rid of it.

Thank you
Neil
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Re: Misty Matt feel paintwork.

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I would first try a clay bar. This does a great job of removing tar and other road film dirt that a normal wash won’t. Put your hand in a plastic freezer bag and rub the surface. It will feel rough. Clay bar and it should be smooth. [emoji106]


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Re: Misty Matt feel paintwork.

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Thanks I’ll try that ;)
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After you have clay bared try Meguiars Ultimate Compound then Meguires ultimate Polish then finish with Meguires liquid wax

There are other products out there but I have used these with a duel action polisher with glass like results. Step 1 and 2 will leave residue that can be hard to polish. Just wipe with a damp cloth before the next phase.

If you have minor scratches that vanish when wet you can carefully remove with 3000 grit wet and dry. Then steps 1 2 3 as above.


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Re: Misty Matt feel paintwork.

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Thank you for all your help . :)
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