How to Blend Touch Up Paint
Areas that have the paint touched up can often be noticeable if they are not properly blended in. You can easily blend the paint, so that it is not obvious that the surface of your paint has been touched up.
- Wash the surface of the area that needs to be blended in with a mild detergent such as dish soap or commercial car wash. Be sure that you remove all grease and grime from the surface of the paint before moving on to the next step.
- Dry the areas thoroughly that you’re going to be touching up to ensure that all excess moisture is removed.
- Apply a thin coat of spray paint or brush on a thin coat of paint depending on the style of paint that you choose to use. If you are using spray paint be sure to hold the can at least six inches from the surface to avoid drip marks from occurring.
- Allow the paint to dry thoroughly. The amount of time that is needed will depend on the type of paint that you use. Check the manufacturer’s directions to see what the recommended drying time is for the paint that you are using.
- Apply the second coat of paint in the same way that you applied the first coat.
- Allow the paint to dry overnight to ensure that it is allowed to cure thoroughly before moving on to the next step.
- Apply a thin coat of clear coat to the areas that you have painted; be sure to keep the paint away from the surface and move in a back and forth motion to ensure even coating that blends with the surrounding areas.
- Add a second coat of clear coat after you have allowed the allotted time to pass that the manufacturer suggests for the type of clear coat that you are using.
- Add a small amount of rubbing compound onto a clean microfiber towel. Use this area to buff out any evenness in the top coat.
- Allow the compound to sit on the surface for a little while until it develops a haze on the surface of the treated area.
- Buff out the area using a clean microfiber towel until you have removed any traces of the rubbing compound and are left with a smooth and flawless finish.