Abstract: A method includes applying first paint having a first color to a part and curing the first paint. The method also includes robotically affixing a masking material to a mechanical mask tool, and robotically positioning the mechanical mask tool proximate to the part. The method further includes applying second paint having a second color different from the first color to the part, wherein the mechanical mask tool prevents the second paint from being applied to a portion of the part that is to have the first color. The method additionally includes robotically repositioning the mechanical mask tool away from the part, curing the second paint, and robotically removing the affixed masking material from the mechanical mask tool.