Paint defects and damage are caused either by the painting process itself or by external influences. For the painting operation, self-inflicted errors can lead to higher operating costs, rework, schedule delays, or costs for replacement vehicles; not to mention customer dissatisfaction and a resulting negative image. For this reason, the paint guide helps to avoid painting errors in advance and enables quick and accurate damage detection for existing paint damage. The guide categorizes errors and damages thematically, presenting them with informative images and concise, understandable explanations. The paint guide is an excellent tool for paint damage analysis for automotive experts and paint shops, also showing them ways to reduce damage. What you should know: Paint defects caused by compressed air.