In industrial and automotive contexts, “bake” refers to a process where painted surfaces are subjected to controlled heat to accelerate the drying or curing of paint. This helps to improve the durability and finish of the paint job. Typically, after the paint is applied, the coated object or vehicle is placed in a specialized oven or booth where temperatures are carefully controlled. The heat speeds up the evaporation of solvents in the paint and promotes the chemical cross-linking of the paint molecules, resulting in a hardened and more durable finish.
This baking process is crucial in automotive manufacturing and repair shops, as well as in industrial applications where high-quality finishes are required to withstand environmental conditions and mechanical stress.
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