Overspray

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Overspray refers to the application of any form of paint, varnish, stain or other non-water soluble airborne particulate material onto an unintended location. This concept is most commonly encountered in graffiti, auto detailing, and when commercial paint jobs drift onto unintended objects.

[edit] Graffiti

Stencil graffiti artists commonly use overspray as an artistic technique when working with their designs. Overspray Magazine is a popular street art magazine.

[edit] Auto detailing and drifting paint

Overspray is considered a negative occurrence in auto detailing or when drifting paint gets on cars, buildings, etc. during the painting of a water tower, bridge or building. There are businesses created solely to clean overspray off surfaces.