Of all the tools professionals in the automotive service industry can take great pride in ownership of, the paint spray booth is perhaps one of the most coveted.

Of all the tools professionals in the automotive service industry can take great pride in ownership of, the paint spray booth is perhaps one of the most coveted. As surprising as it may seem, there many high quality shops in operation that can perform just about any part of a full on restoration, custom build, or standard repair job, except the application of a paint job. For many of these shops, the standard procedure is to perform all mechanical and preparation work in house, then send out the vehicle to a facility equipped with a paint booth to have the finish applied and then bring the vehicle back for final touches. This usually adds to the cost of the job, which is of course then passed on to the customer, but for some professionals this simply seems the best way for them to handle the problem of applying a quality finish. But why is this the case? As we'll see, there are a variety of valid reasons.

The application of sealants, primers and finishes to large surfaces is a highly detail oriented task. The last thing anyone applying a finish wants to see is contaminants such as dust or bugs sticking to a layer of freshly applied coating or paint. Not only this, but the application of a finish requires even coverage and the ability to easily detect any issues with prep work that may be present. In order to avoid contamination problems and more easily inspect the surface while working, performing all application work within a room designed specifically for this task is the way to go. Typically known as a paint spray booth, or just spray booth, these rooms provide a clean environment and a clear working area ideal for applying finishes.

First and foremost, a paint spray booth due to the extremely dangerous nature of the flammable and combustible liquids used during spray applications, must conform to OSHA regulations regarding spray areas. The proper wiring, electrical equipment, and ventilation guidelines must be adhered to, and the design and construction of the booth must also be in compliance. To get an idea of just what OSHA compliance entails, reference OSHA CFR 1910.107-"Spray finishing using flammable and combustible materials." Review of these OSHA standards by themselves should provide some good idea of why many professionals find the purchase and installation of a spray booth a daunting consideration, but there is yet more still to consider.

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