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Nov 03, 2025

Mastering Sanding: Tips for Achieving a Class A Finish

Proven Techniques on How to Sand Fairing Compound Smooth A flawless finish doesn’t happen by accident, it’s the result of careful prep, the right materials, and good sanding technique. For repair shops, OEMs, and even serious DIYers, sanding is the...

Oct 15, 2025

Why Your Fairing Compound Keeps Shrinking and How to Stop It

Proven Strategies for Filler Shrinkage Repair That Lasts Few things are more frustrating than spending hours on a repair or fairing job, only to come back later and see the surface has sunk, cracked, or pulled away. Filler shrinkage is...

Oct 01, 2025

How Bulk Filler Ordering Saves Time and Money for OEMs and Repair Shops

Choosing the Right Bulk Filler Supplier for Efficiency and Cost Savings When every project depends on reliable turnaround, the last thing you want to deal with is running out of repair materials. Whether you’re a large OEM managing production runs...

Sep 15, 2025

Why Smooth Tech Compounds Are Built Different

Setting the Standard in High Performance Filler Compound Technology When you’ve been in the composites game long enough, whether you’re a professional shop or a serious DIYer, you learn fast that not all filler compounds are created equal. Smooth Tech’s...

Sep 01, 2025

Automotive Body Repair: Choosing the Right Product for Each Stage

Understanding auto body filler types for seamless, long-lasting results Auto body repair is part science, part art. And like any good process, it depends on using the right tools and materials at each and every stage. Choosing the wrong filler...

Aug 15, 2025

Best Practices for Surface Prep Before Filling or Fairing

Perfect filler adhesion starts long before you open the can. Whether you’re building boats, restoring cars, shaping plugs, or just trying to get a flawless surface finish, how you prep the surface is often the deciding factor between a repair...

Aug 01, 2025

When to Use a Vinyl Ester Filler vs. Epoxy or Polyester

Not all fillers are created equal. If you’re choosing between vinyl ester, epoxy, or polyester for your next repair or production run, the right decision depends on more than just price or availability. In this guide, we’ll break down the...

Mar 20, 2025

High Temp, High Stakes: Tackling Extreme Repairs

Master high-temperature repairs with confidence. Learn techniques and discover premium fillers designed for extreme heat conditions.

Feb 12, 2025

Repairing vs. Replacing: Mastering Cost-Effective Solutions

Learn when to repair or replace and how premium fillers save time and money while delivering high-quality, cost-effective repairs.

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