Chalky White Paint?

[Scott P]

Is there a cure for white paint tha gets chalky quickly? I was once told there is a compound in white paitn that makes its way to the surface over time. Can the chalkiness be reversed once it starts?



I'm sure it is oxidation that can be removed with a good paint clear and some work, but will it appear again? I assume keeping a good coat of sealant and/or wax is in order to protect the finish. I just am curious if it can be stopped once it starts.

 

[Demon Detailer]

It sounds like a single stage paint. When you rub the paint with a towel, does it turn white?



If so, the chalkiness is easy to remove. You can use a Traffic Film Remover to wash it away or you can use a mild compound after washing it with regular car wash shampoo.



Then apply a good polish/wax/sealant to protect it.

 

[acl99]

Use some aoi to remove the oxidation than use some SG , should keep it from returning for awhile.

 

[shaf]

It really depends on how deep the oxidation runs, but try a mild paint cleaner/pre-wax cleaner/etc first. If that doesn't work try a stronger polish to remove it.



Keep the paint waxed regularly to prevent this from reocurring.