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How do I hand paint a car with a brush?

Can I hand paint my car? I have an old car that I rarely use and I want to try my hand at hand-painting a car. Is it actually possible to paint a car with a brush and if so, how?

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Ben Guess · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Kudos to you for wanting to take on such a cool project! I’m happy to say that you can absolutely paint a car with a brush! Here’s what you’ll need:
  • Drop cloth
  • Masking tape
  • Mixing cups
  • Paintbrush
  • Paint Tray
  • Power sander
Here’s what to do:
  • Put on your safety gear, then remove the headlights and taillights.
  • Use a power sander to remove old paint from your car. Use smaller pieces of sandpaper to get hard-to-reach areas.
  • Rinse all the sanded areas down, then cover all areas you don’t want to get paint on with masking tape.
  • Mix 50% Rustoleum paint with 50% mineral spirits, then apply thin coats to your car. Wait 30 minutes in between coats for best results.
  • Check your paint job after it’s fully dried for imperfections. You can smooth them out with a wet sander.
  • Reinstall your lights and you’re ready to go!
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Best of luck, and enjoy the project!
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