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Problem

Clear coat looks cloudy after sanding

Clear coat looks cloudy or dull after wet sanding.

clear coat wet sanding dry sanding between coats
Answer

Clean the area and refine with 1500, 2000, then 3000. Keep water clean and pressure light.

Why it happens
The sanding scratches have not been refined enough, or residue is still on the surface.
Recommended grit
Refine with 1500, 2000, then 3000.
Wet or dry
Wet.
Success check
The cloudiness becomes a more uniform fine haze with no deep lines.

What to do

  1. Rinse the area clean.
  2. Check for deep scratches or uneven haze.
  3. Refine through 1500, 2000, and 3000.
  4. Use light pressure and clean water.
Avoid: Do not use coarse grit to fix normal fine sanding haze.

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