The rise of the internet has led to the creation and sharing of many “do it yourself” videos and blogs. While many of these resources are useful, not every project should be undertaken by someone who is not a professional. This is particularly true regarding custom paint jobs. Even if you see DIY videos for paint touchups that claim success, it is a much better idea to take your vehicle to a professional auto body paint shop.
DIY Paint Touchups Can Actually Damage Your Car
Without the knowhow and proper tools, you are more likely to further damage the paint on your car than repair it. Many seemingly superficial paint scratches actually scratch the metal of your car, which can create sharp corners or edges that must first be carefully reshaped before they can be painted over. Repairs are rarely as simple as covering it with new paint. Moreover, using commercial paint touchup products can cause additional damage, like:
- Cracked clear or paint coat
- Burned clear coat
- Distorted paint colors
If this additional damage is severe enough, it could warrant a completely new paint job, as opposed to a simple touchup. Even if you were to avoid accidentally damaging your vehicle, you will encounter a considerable amount of difficulty finding a touchup kit that perfectly matches your vehicle’s paint color sitting on a store shelf. It isn’t worth the risk.
Get Professional Auto Painting Touchups From One Stop Collision Shop
While there are plenty of DIY ideas that are useful and safe to try, paint touchups are not one of them. At One Stop Collision Shop, we're prepared to handle any type of paint job, and our skilled professionals can expertly execute even the toughest custom paint jobs. Contact us today to request a free estimate!
