Using a paint to apply touch-up paint to your car and make it look professional is quite simple. You just need to follow the instructions laid down here and remember practice makes perfect! Practice off the vehicle first. Take some time to master it and fortunately it is quite easy to get hang of it in no time.

 After going through this blog you will be able to expertly repair your car scratches on your very own. It is easier than you might think! We have laid down some easy steps you need to follow to successfully apply touch-up paint onto your beloved automobile:

1. Find and order the correct car paint:

Tony's Colours  offers a wide range of spray paints specific to every major automobile company in the South African market. Make sure to select your car’s exact colour or have it mixed by us. We recommend you to use our Spray Paint for Cars to get awesome results.

2. Test and practice off the vehicle:

Before applying the spray paint on your precious car, try our spray paint on hidden part of your car. Let it dry, and if it looks satisfactory, you are ready for the main thing.

3. Opt for the right painting conditions:

To get the best results, select a low humidity place and is covered to prevent direct sunlight. The designated area should also lie in the temperature range of 20°C-22°C.

4. Prepare your vehicle:

Clean the area you want to touch up with Wash and Wax. If your existing auto paint is rusty, use 2500 grit sandpaper to remove all the traces altogether.

5. Apply scratch filler to any spot where the paint has been scratched off completely:

We recommend using very thin layers of scratch filler and letting it dry out for 30 minutes.

6. Apply a base coat of Tony's Colours Spray Paint for cars:

You have to be very careful during this step as it requires steady hands and a lot of patience. Apply thin coats of base coat, one on top of another, wait for five minutes then apply second coat.

7. Use clear coat to Make it shine:

Wait for 60 min after applying the paint. Then use the clearcoat on the double area from a distance of 35 cm /16” on the peripherical area of the touchup spray in stroking motion to avoid dripping.

8. Restores Original Colour & Shine:

Apply our FUSION polish  after 24 hours. Apply with a soft cloth, working on scratches or small area at a time. Take a wet cloth and rub by exerting a little hand pressure. Wipe off with a clean cloth. For more info or a quote contact us.