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From addressing minor scratches to tackling extensive damage, New Age Polish has meticulously restored many cars to their pristine, “good as new” state. Our approach blends cutting-edge STEK paint protection films with experienced staff to ensure a job well done.

Whether your desire is for a subtle touch-up or a dramatic transformation through a full car body color change, our team of specialists stand ready to fulfill your vision.

Contents hide 1. Our Car Spray Painting Features 2. Car Spray Paint Process 2.1. Step 1: Prepare the surface of the car 2.2. Step 2: Prime the exterior of the car 2.3. Step 3: Apply the paint 3. FAQs about Car Spray Painting 3.1. When should I respray my car? 3.2. Why is it important to fix the scratches? 3.3. Can I paint my car myself? 4. Car Spray Painting Alternative: Car Wrap 4.1. Types of Car Wrap 4.2. Process of installing a car wrap 5. Comparison Between Car Spray Paint and Car Wrap 5.1. Variety 5.2. Duration 5.3. Costs 5.4. Durability 5.5. Maintanence

Our Car Spray Painting Features

Excellent Colour Matching Accuracy

Our cutting-edge paint protection films, combined with the expertise of our in-house specialists, ensure flawless color calibration on every job.

Professional Refinishers

Count on us for top-notch quality work as we constantly look for better solutions for your vehicle. We are dedicated to perfection and take pride in delivering exceptional quality.

Car Spray Paint Process

Painting your car is like doing a full restoration — you can either restore the original paint of your car or change the overall colour.

Step 1: Prepare the surface of the car

First, the body is completely cleaned, degreased and polished with sandpaper to remove any mild scratches and paint marks.

Step 2: Prime the exterior of the car

A primer is then applied to ensure better absorption of the paint.

Additionally, using a primer will help to lengthen the lifespan of the paint job. It also acts as an added protection for the surface of the car.

Step 3: Apply the paint

After the primer has dried and hardened, a preliminary coat of paint is applied with a spray gun. Using a spray gun can help to evenly coat the surface of the car.

After an hour or so, the second coat of paint is applied. Once all coats have been applied and dried, the body would be treated with a clear coat.

FAQs about Car Spray Painting

When should I respray my car?

If you notice a scratch, you can opt for a partial repair right away, especially if it’s only the lacquer layer that’s damaged. No need for full spray painting in such cases. However, for larger scratches, contact our professionals for advice.

Why is it important to fix the scratches?

Even minor scratches can lead to more significant issues if left untreated. Moisture, dirt, and debris can penetrate the scratch, leading to corrosion and rust, which can spread and cause structural damage over time.

Overall, addressing scratches promptly helps protect your vehicle’s appearance, structural integrity, and resale value, ensuring it remains in optimal condition for years to come.

Can I paint my car myself?

Avoid any potential risks by entrusting the job to our professional team. Keep in mind that if it’s a one-time endeavour, the cost of purchasing the necessary tools may outweigh the price of a professional paint job.

Car Spray Painting Alternative: Car Wrap

In the past, you only had 1 option if you wanted to upgrade the look of your vehicle: repainting it. However, that was before vinyl wrap emerged as a cheaper and more mainstream product. Car wrapping is now gaining traction within the community for its affordable prices.

To help you make an informed decision for your next car makeover, here’s our comparison between car wrap and car spray paint in Singapore!

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Car wrapping is an alternative method of changing the look of your vehicle without the need for a paint respray. It involves partially or fully covering your car with a vinyl film. The film can act as an aesthetic layer with a different colour, design or finish. It also acts as a protective layer for your car.

A car wrap may also be known as a paint wrap, colour change wrap or paint protection film.

Types of Car Wrap

There are four main types of car wraps:

Clear

Clear vinyl car wrapping is used for protecting the paintwork while retaining the car’s original colour.

Coloured

Coloured wrapping is the most common type of car wrap. It’s opaque and designed to partially or fully change the colour of your car, depending on your choice.

Textured

Textured wraps are made available to those who want to give their car surface a matte or glossy finish. Most textured wraps also come in a range of opaque colours.

Custom and advertising wraps

If you’re keen on giving your car a one-of-a-kind makeover, you can choose to customise your wraps with patterns, imagery or any logo of your choice. Sometimes, these wraps are also used for advertising purposes.

Process of installing a car wrap

Comparison Between Car Spray Paint and Car Wrap

Car spray paint	Car wrap
Variety	Can be limited by the range offered by the factory engaged	Wide variety of colours and finishes
Duration	Up to 3 weeks	Up to 3 days
Costs	Pricier due to permanent modification	Cheaper, especially for partial installation
Durability	Depends on quality of paint job conducted	Can last up to 10 years
Maintenance	Constant waxing and polishing required	Simple car wash with soap is sufficient

Variety

Car spray paint: Limited by the range offered by the factory engaged

Paint jobs come in a wide variety of quality and price ranges. You’re free to choose the colour and you can even paint your car in more than one colour.

However, you’re usually limited by the range of factory paint colours available or the skill of the designer you’re working with if you want a customised design.

Car wrap: Wide variety of colours and finishes

Car wraps come in a range of colours and finishes including glossy, matte, brushed metal, satin and carbon fibre!

If you’re looking to go for an intricate design, you also have the option to wrap certain areas or panels instead of the whole car.

Duration

Car spray paint: Up to 3 weeks

Before heading into the paint booth to get a new coat of colour, a car needs to go through a few days of preparation work.

The preparation process includes stripping the old paint and priming the car.

After getting a new coat of paint, the car also needs to be dried and polished before the handover. Hence, it can take up to 3 weeks to complete the average paint job.

Car wrap: Up to 3 days

Car wrapping, on the other hand, takes far less time to apply as compared to paint. Once your design is finalised, installation will take a maximum of 3 days to complete. All the factory has to do is wash the car, dry it, and start applying the vinyl.

Costs

Car spray paint: More expensive

Spray paint is a permanent modification that’s almost impossible to undo. It’ll minimally cost anywhere between $1,000 to over $10,000 depending on your car model as well as the complexity of work.

While it’s possible to search for cheaper options, do note that it could lead to poorer quality paint being used too!

Car wrap: Cheaper

Car wrapping, on the other hand, is a lot cheaper — a basic colour wrap starts from around $1,800. If you’re on a tight budget, you could also opt for a partial application, which will cost less!

Durability

Car spray paint: Varies according to quality

Paint jobs vary widely in terms of durability. A cheap paint job will be more susceptible to chips and environmental wear and tear. As a result, your car may look worn and faded just after a few years.

However, an expensive paint job from a professional shop may last a lifetime, with only minor fading due to the sun’s UV rays.

Car wrap: Up to 10 years

Vinyl wraps can last up to 10 years, depending on the owner and the environment. Vinyl can be finished with a UV-resistant coating which will help to sustain its colour over the years.

Here at New Age Polish, we use durable vinyl wraps produced by STEK-USA, which offers extreme protection without compromising on visual aesthetics.

Maintanence

Car spray paint: Constant maintenance required

With a paint job, constant waxing and polishing are required to keep your car surface in pristine condition.

Car wrap: Simple washing

With a car wrap, you simply need to wash it with soapy water, saving you hours of time and effort which could otherwise be better spent driving your masterpiece instead!

Choosing Between Car Spray Paint and Car Wrap

Car spray paint and wraps have their own pros and cons. If variety, budget, durability and flexibility are your main areas of concern, car wraps may be more suitable for you!

Most importantly, you must choose a workshop that you can trust and is known for providing excellent services.

With over 9 years of experience in this field, New Age Polish offers a comprehensive suite of car grooming services. Our team of professionals can advise you accordingly and offer the right services catered to your needs.

If you’re looking to give your car a fresh makeover, we have a wide range of car wraps for you to choose from. Contact us to learn more!

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