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When outdoor painting demands precision, durability and clean results, professionals need a masking solution they can rely on. From façades to window frames, Q1® 3420 Blue Painter’s Tape is engineered to deliver flawless lines and easy removal, proje...

Explore 10 common automotive painting defects, including orange peel, loss of gloss, cratering, and poor adhesion. Learn about their causes, how to prevent them, and their impact on finish quality.

The Q1® Hand Masker fuses tape and protective film into one smooth action, cutting preparation time by up to 50%. Its ergonomic, adjustable design handles flat walls and fine mouldings alike, while precise dispensing minimises waste. This one step to...

Mastering key masking techniques is essential for achieving a flawless automotive paint job. This article highlights five critical methods—blending, liquid masking, pin striping, remasking, and reverse masking—that help automotive refinishers create ...