Cheapo paint job
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==What's a "cheapo" paint job?== | ==What's a "cheapo" paint job?== | ||
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| − | + | ===Cheap application methods=== | |
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| + | Often referred to as "powder puff" paint jobs, because, historically, hotrodders actually applied paint with "powder puffs" used to apply makeup. | ||
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| + | These methods typically leave visible marks indicating that a cheapo method of paint application was used. | ||
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| + | However, when viewing photos of paint jobs (in a magazine, on a website, etc.), there is a crucial understanding to keep in mind. The brush or roller marks can be hidden when photographed. This could be done unintentionally, or with "selective" photography methods. Note the two photos below. | ||
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| + | [[Image:Cheapo_brush_job1.jpg|frame|none|A brush-applied paint job appears to look good in a photograph.]][[Image:Cheapo_brush_job2.jpg|frame|none|Another photograph of the same paint job, with different lighting and perspective, reveals clearly visible brush marks.]] | ||
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| + | To properly assess a paint job, you need to look at it in person. | ||
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