I painted it black just this afternoon, but my car is full of dust and water stains, how long should I wait to wash?

I also didnt use a clearcoat because I like the flat black look, should I go back and apply the clearcoat for protection?

 

If it was my car, I would just wait until tomorrow to wash.

 

The can should tell you how long until it is fully cured, but typically 24 hrs. I want to see pics of your grill, because I am thinking about making a minor change too.

I recently put on my wheel spacers and sprayed my tails with Nightshades. Came out pretty good. Need to update my sig.

 

Thanks, what about the clear coat?

Ill post some pics tomorrow of the grill because its dark outside, but I painted the side markers also


I did the ones in the rear just forgot to take pictures

 

How 'bout some pics of the grille?

 

Flat black is gonna wash out after a while..you'll need to repaint it. Flat black paint loves to catch dirt and such in it. But if you like it, roll with it.

I chose satin black for my grille. Turned out pretty good...

 

Alright ill take some pics now, hopefully it comes out good with flash
Okay, im going to do the clearcoat tomorrow

2-3 coats 10 minutes in between is what ive heard

 

sorry no grill pics tonight, the flash seems to brighten up my license plate and darken up my car so you cant see anything

ill post pics tomorrow morning

 

some plastic paints take a full week to cure. Might be dry to the touch in a few hours though. Big difference

 

You can wash it once it is fully dry (usually 24 hours) but don't use a pressure washer on it for a couple weeks.