Paint & Refinishing in Midland, TX

What Is Paint & Refinishing?

Paint and refinishing is the work of restoring a vehicle's color and gloss. It follows most body repairs, and it also fixes paint that has faded, peeled or chipped. The panel is sanded, primed and sealed, then painted in layers of color and clear coat. Each layer is applied and cured under controlled conditions.

Good paint work is mostly preparation. Any flaw left in the surface shows through the new finish. We clean, sand and prime each panel until it is smooth and even. Only then does the color go on.

Why Paint & Refinishing Matters in Midland, TX

The sun is hard on paint here. Midland's climate is hot and semi-arid, with highs above 90 degrees on about 115 afternoons a year, and the National Weather Service notes that cloudiness is at a minimum. Years of strong sun break down clear coat until it fades, chalks and peels. Once the clear coat goes, the color underneath wears quickly.

The NWS also notes frequent blowing dust in late winter and early spring. Grit and road debris chip the front of a vehicle and wear its finish. Paint that is chipped or peeling lets moisture reach the metal. Refinishing protects the panel and brings back the look of the vehicle.

When to Consider Paint & Refinishing in Midland, TX

Look at your paint once a season. Clear coat that turns cloudy, peels at the edges, or flakes on the roof and hood is a sign to act. Chips that show primer or bare metal should be sealed soon. The earlier you refinish, the less prep the panel needs.

Paint work also follows any body repair, so the new panel matches the rest. Many owners refresh worn paint before selling a vehicle. A clean, even finish raises what buyers will pay. Call (432) 888-1441 to have your paint checked.

Signs You Need Paint & Refinishing

These signs mean your paint is due for work:

How Our Paint & Refinishing Works

Here is how paint work goes at our shop:

• Step 1: Call (432) 888-1441 or request a quote, and tell us which panels concern you.
• Step 2: Bring the vehicle in for a free estimate, and we check the paint and the surface under it.
• Step 3: We explain what we found and what it will take before any work starts.
• Step 4: Once you approve, we prep, paint and cure the panels, inspect the finish, and get you back on the road.

Computer Color Matching

Every color has a code, but the same code can vary from one vehicle to the next. Sun, age and the factory batch all shift the shade. Our computer color matching reads the actual color on your vehicle. The paint is then mixed to that reading from our toner rack.

We spray test cards and compare them to the vehicle before painting. Then the new color is blended into the panels next to the repair. That way, the change in color fades out gradually. The repaired side looks even in daylight.

Spray Booth Refinishing

Our refinishing is done in a filtered spray booth. The booth keeps dust out of the wet paint and controls the air while the finish goes on. The paint is then baked on to cure it. That gives a harder, more even finish than paint left to dry in open air.

We use quality paint for every job. Clear coat goes on last to protect the color from sun and weather. Once cured, the finish is checked for runs, dust and gloss. For scratch and chip work, see our Dent & Scratch Repair page.

Why Midland Customers Choose Hail Repair Pro Midland - HRP Collision

We have been in business for 20+ years and have repaired more than 1,000 vehicles. Our paint and body work is done in-house, and our shop holds I-CAR Gold Class recognition with ASE certified professionals on the team. Our auto body work carries a limited warranty. We speak English, Spanish and Portuguese.

We use quality paint and original parts, and we help you arrange a loaner vehicle when you need one. Our typical turnaround is 3 to 10 days, depending on the work. You get updates while your vehicle is with us. Call (432) 888-1441 or stop by 1011 S Garfield St for a free estimate.