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Duplicating OEM Textures Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Follow SEM's standard operating procedure (SOP) for duplicating OEM textures on raw plastic or painted surfaces. 

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1. REPAIR DAMAGE

Sand any shallow scratches or scuffs until smooth or, if extensive damage is present, refer to Plastic Repair Standard Operating Procedure first.

2. CLEAN

Clean with Scuff & Clean and a gray scuff pad or a nylon bristle brush. Rinse with water and dry with clean, lint-free cloth.

FOR RAW PLASTIC: Clean with Plastic & Leather Prep or XXX Universal Surface Cleaner.
FOR PAINTED SURFACES: Clean with SEM Solve or XXX Universal Surface Cleaner.

Wipe clean in one direction with clean, lint-free cloth.

3. PREP

Mask the area to be sprayed.

FOR RAW PLASTIC: Apply Adhesion Promoter per instructions.
FOR PAINTED SURFACES: Sand with a gray scuff pad. Blow off and re-clean with SEM Solve.

4. APPLY TEXTURE

Apply Texture Coating in 1 light mist coat 18" - 24" from surface. Allow to flash for 10 minutes.
Note: Be sure to apply lightly enough so that raised textured spray does not flow together.

5. SAND

Sand flat surfaces with P500 - 1000 grit sanding pad and use a gray scuff pad on sharp edges and corners. Blow off and wipe with a tack rag.

6. PAINT

Apply Bumper Coater™ or Trim Black per instructions.

Check local VOC regulations to ensure compliance of all products in your area. Always wear OSHA required personal protection equipment (PPE) to ensure your safety.

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