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Locate the paint code number on

your vehicle. This will allow you

to buy paint that exactly matches

the car’s colour

The location of your car’s paint code

number will depend on its make/model.

For a list of paint colour code locations for

most manufacturers, click here.

Clean the surface of the car

in the area around the chip

using a medium reducer.

Dab the paint onto the chip using a tiny

brush (like one for nail polish) or even a

matchstick for very small chips.

Dab on a second coat 15 minutes

later.

Dab on a third and final coat 15 minutes

later so that the paint is slightly raised

above the surrounding surface area.

Wet a piece of 1500 sand

paper and sand the newly

applied paint for a couple

of minutes. This will help

the new coat blend in.

With a dry rag, apply some

polishing compound to the

recently sanded area.

Note: the new paint may standout against the rest of the car, as it’s

shinier and less faded.

So, there you have it! Touching up paint chips is about

more than pure aesthetics.

It also helps protect your car from further

damage, increasing its lifespan and resale

value. Depending on the state of your vehicle, it could also be

worth considering new tires, glass repair, new brakes,

routine oil changes and replacing/updating the hubcaps.

For more information on how to touch up paint chips, this YouTube video

takes you through the process step by step. Happy painting!