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What to Know About Oxidation If You’re in Car Painting Courses

Most cars today have clear coat, which goes over the car’s coloured paint and adds a layer of protection from sun damage and oxidation. Clear coat has been around for almost fifty years and has gone

13 December 2019

Specific products can help refinishing prep technicians keep certain areas safe from paint

Interested in Car Painting Courses? 5 Handy Tips to Help You Mask a Vehicle

A career in automotive painting means working creatively in an engaging, hands-on way to take a car’s appearance to the next level. In order to do this, you must have a good eye for detail, even bef

17 May 2019

The Art of the Pinstripe: How to Bring out Your Creative Side in Auto Painting Careers

Pinstripes are a mark of distinction for vehicle owners. For a hotrod or muscle car, an elaborate pinstripe design can make a bold and flashy statement, while for other high-end vehicles a simple pins

15 March 2019

Refinishing prep training will help you develop the skills you need to open an auto painting shop

Ready to Start Your Own Business? Opening an Auto Paint Shop After Refinishing Prep Training

Do you dream of pursuing your passion for cars full-time? Then now is a great time to make that dream a reality. The demand for refinishing prep technicians is strong thanks to record-high vehicle sal

1 February 2019

Automotive painting is perfect for those who enjoy detailed work

5 Traits That Make You Perfect for Auto Painting Careers

Auto painting is a great career for anyone who is looking to merge their mechanical and creative aptitudes. It takes a steady hand and a good eye, but those with the skills to succeed in this job can

7 November 2018

Cold Day Coating: Winter Painting Tips to Apply After Refinishing Prep Training

Ask any experienced auto refinishing technician what the difference is between applying a coat of paint at 15° Celsius and applying it at 23°, and they might tell you it’s the difference between a

31 January 2018

[Infographic] The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Car Paint

Repainting a vehicle is a big decision. Not only should it look great and suit the vehicle’s make and model, it also needs to provide protection from the elements and stand the test of time—all wh

11 January 2018

3 Bizarre But True Facts About Car Colour to Know in Auto Painting Careers

It’s no surprise that car colour is often more important to auto painting and refinishing technicians than other auto enthusiasts. In their work restoring vehicles after collisions and accidents, cr

27 December 2017

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How to Do Effective Paint Corrections as an Auto Refinishing Prep Technician

Car paint correcting removes small marks that are present on the surface of a vehicle. Typically, these tiny swirls and scratches accumulate over time, resulting in a “spider-web” effect when the

27 October 2017

How Auto Refinishing Prep Technicians Remove Pesky Decals

Decals are one of the quickest and easiest ways for drivers to personalize their cars. Whether in the form of customized family stickers, a business advertisement, or simply a colourful design, decals

4 October 2017

Painting Prep: Dry Ice Blasting Explained for Students in Car Painting Courses

Sometimes cars may need to have the previous coat of paint completely removed before an auto painting professional can begin working on a fresh new one. There are several ways for removing old paint,

15 September 2017

Under the Hood: A Guide to Painting Engines in Auto Painting Careers

Did you know that you can paint a vehicle’s engine block? While most people think that automotive painters are mostly concerned with the exterior of vehicles, many owners also know that professional

23 August 2017

A Primer on Painting Carbon Fibre for Students in Car Painting Courses

Because of how strong and lightweight it is, carbon fibre has been used to make parts for racing cars for quite some time, and now it’s starting to be used more widely in passenger vehicles as well.

23 June 2017

Matching Paint Colours: What Students in Car Painting Courses Should Know

Nothing ruins a car’s appearance more than a poorly matched paint touch up, which is why automotive painting professionals have a tried and true method for finding the ideal paint match. Whether a v

12 April 2017

The Lowdown on Water-Based Car Paints for Students in Car Painting Courses

There are dozens of different products that car painting professionals use to create the perfect paint job. Car paint, wax, base coats, top coats—the list is seemingly endless. There are even more p

29 March 2017

4 Auto Painting Tips for Painting Plastic Car Parts

There’s nothing better looking than a freshly painted vehicle. Unfortunately, after vehicles are purchased and hit the road, their appearance will eventually succumb to the wear and tear of weather,

22 February 2017

Taking Car Painting Courses? Here’s a Look at Audi’s Paint Etching Technology

A lot of people love their cars, and a lot of them love giving their cars a unique look. Custom paint jobs, decals, and other visual flourishes allow drivers to make the look of their cars a represent

10 February 2017

Students in Car Painting Courses, Here’s How Self-Healing Paint Works on Cars

Self-healing car paint may sound like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s reality. Japanese car manufacturer, Nissan, has introduced vehicles with self-healing paint in the past. However, they

6 January 2017

Omid Fard Automotive Service Technician

My name is Omid Fard, I’m an international student at ATC as an automotive technician student. I will be graduating in September. My instructor – Dave is the best instructor in the mechanics field. I spent a lot of time in the shop learning and got a lot of experience during the course. I recommend anyone interested in cars to come to ATC.

Thank-you ATC!

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