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The Ultimate Guide to Deep Cleaning Your Vehicle: Tips, Tricks, and Essential Steps

February 27, 2025 by TouchUpDirect

Is it time to deep clean your car? Join us as we walk you through all the steps needed to...

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Videos

Repair a Large Scratch With Aerosol Spray Paint

January 7, 2025 by TouchUpDirect

Not a fan of written tutorials? We've got you covered. Learn how to effectively use the Aerosol Platinum Kit with...

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Videos

Repair a Scrape With a Touch Up Pen & Brush

by TouchUpDirect

Learn from our experts as they take you on a step by step journey to touch up those chips &...

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Good Stuff

American Adventures Month

July 18, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Happy August! As of this writing, Summer is winding down and Fall fast approaches but you know what there’s still...

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How-To, Vehicle Tips

Understanding Car Paint Codes: A Comprehensive Guide

by TouchUpDirect

TouchUpDirect can make over twenty thousand car colors for a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. With such an overwhelming...

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Good Stuff, Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Road Trip Risks

July 16, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We here at TouchUpDirect are crazy for a good road trip. Maybe you’ll head on over to the beach or...

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Good Stuff, Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure: Rain Damage

May 22, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We’ve spent some time warning of the dangers of driving in the rain. While we made some very good points...

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Vehicle Tips

Tips For Every Adventure

May 10, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We love a good series here at the TouchUpDirect blog. We’ve had our fun telling you about all the different...

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Good Stuff

Stunning Silver! Top Silver Car Colors

April 11, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

We truly love our car colors here at TouchUpDirect. This enthusiasm has inspired a bunch of blog posts on our...

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Good Stuff

Everything You Need to Know about the Touch Up Brush

April 2, 2024 by TouchUpDirect

Touch Up Brush FAQ We here at TouchUpDirect love a good paint applicator. We’re here to talk about the amazing...

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Good Stuff

All About Destroyer Gray!

August 29, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Destroyer Gray We here at TouchUpDirect have covered an assortment of gray colored automotive paint from Nardo to Sonic. Today,...

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Good Stuff

All About Opulent Amber!

July 31, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Opulent Amber We love a mysterious color here at TouchUpDirect and Toyota’s Opulent Amber shade has piqued our interest. What...

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Good Stuff, How-To

Everything You Need To Know About Touch Up Pens

June 15, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

The Touch Up Pen FAQ We here at TouchUpDirect love a good paint applicator. One of our absolute favorites is...

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Good Stuff

Sonic Gray Pearl

May 24, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Honda’s Fascinating Sonic Grey Shade We’ve come a long way from the days of Henry Ford’s boast that “Any customer...

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How-To, Videos

Tesla Wheel Touch Up Kit

May 22, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

Introducing our Wheel Touch Up Kit – the perfect solution for repairing and protecting minor scratches on your wheels! Formulated...

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Good Stuff, How-To

Is Car Spray Paint For You?

May 9, 2023 by TouchUpDirect

We here at TouchUpDirect love helping our customers fix up those little nicks and scratches on their car’s coat. Our...

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Good Stuff

Candy Color Tricoats

November 15, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Candy coats have been popular for what feels like forever, but who did it first, and how do those bright...

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How-To

How To Apply Tricoat Paint

July 14, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

What is a Tricoat? Today we’re going to talk about Tricoats. All pearl yellows, pearl whites and pearl oranges use...

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Vehicle Tips

5 Details You Might Not Know About Driving in the Rain

June 3, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

There are days when driving in inclement weather is inevitable. So, here are five details you might not know about...

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Good Stuff

4 Hobbies You Can Do in Your Garage

January 21, 2022 by TouchUpDirect

Why not move your man den or your she shed to the garage? Here are 4 hobbies you can do...

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Vehicle Tips

Wrapping or Repainting Your Car: What You Need To Know

December 22, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

It takes time and money to create the best-looking vehicle of your dreams. Here is what you need to know...

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Car Paint Touch Up: What You Need for Your DIY Project

How-To

Essentials for Touching Up Your Car

December 9, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Getting a scratch or nick in your car’s paint can give you a headache. Don’t stress out; here’s what you...

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Vehicle Tips

Protecting Your Vehicle’s Paint From Road Salt This Winter

December 3, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

There’s nothing more annoying than your car paint chipping due to road salt. Here are some tips for protecting your...

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Car Touch Up Paint Options: Which Is Right for Your Vehicle?

Vehicle Tips

What Style of Touch Up Paint is Right For Your Car?

November 16, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Finding the right automotive touch up paint option may seem tricky, but this guide will show you which one is...

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Vehicle Tips

Auto Insurance: Does It Cover Cosmetic Damage To Your Car?

November 10, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Auto insurance does a lot for car owners, but does it cover cosmetic damage? Find out if your insurance covers...

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Vehicle Tips

Car Essentials: How To Prepare an All Seasons Emergency Kit

September 27, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

When it comes to your vehicle, expect the unexpected. You need to stock up on car essentials. Learn how to...

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How-To

Common Auto-Blending Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

September 11, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Giving your car a new paint job is an excellent way to give your vehicle a fresh boost. However, during...

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Vehicle Tips

3 Types of Automotive Rusting Every Car Owner Should Know

August 18, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Part of owning a car means maintaining it as needed. Here are different forms of car rust that every owner...

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Vehicle Tips

The Perfect Blend: Easy Tips To Blend Paint On Your Car

July 28, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

There’s no magic solution for fixing a vehicle. But when it comes to automotive touchup paint, you can use blending...

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Videos

Ford F-150 Raptor Touch Up Project (Fender Flare Rash) | TouchUpDirect

June 25, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Today, we’ll be working touching up some trail rash on the fender flares of this Ford F-150 Raptor folks today....

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Videos

Mercedes C43 AMG Touch Up Project | TouchUpDirect

June 23, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Thanks to the Mercedes-Benz Club, we’re going to be doing a little touch-up scratch with a C-43 AMG Mercedes-Benz. For...

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Videos

Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Touch Up Project | TouchUpDirect

June 22, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Today, we’re going to be working on a 2018 Toyota 4runner TRD pro. This type of vehicle gets a lot...

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Vehicle Tips

Using Automotive Touch Up Paint for Restoration | TouchUpDirect

February 2, 2021 by TouchUpDirect

Can you use touch up paint on your classic car? Using touch up paint in your home garage to restore...

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How-To

How To Find Your BMW paint code

December 9, 2020 by TouchUpDirect

Get your color code and you can do your own perfect touch up paint job BMW paint code stickers can...

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Vehicle Tips

A Tale of Two DIYer’s

September 30, 2020 by TouchUpDirect

Meet Kirby Wood. People like to watch Kirby fix up cars. Known as @kdw00dy on Instagram, his nearly 50,000 Instagram...

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Good Stuff

Color Inspirations for your Jeep

August 17, 2020 by TouchUpDirect

From lava flows to dinosaurs, read about some of Jeep’s unique color combinations. You may just find inspiration in your...

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Vehicle Tips

The Car Wash Dilemma

June 1, 2020 by TouchUpDirect

Here is a dilemma. You need to wash your car when it gets dirty. If you don’t, it could cause...

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Vehicle Tips

Rustproofing Tips

August 7, 2019 by TouchUpDirect

For us humans, signs of aging include stiff joints and the inability to remember where we put our car keys....

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Vehicle Tips

Professional Touch Up Vs DIY

July 9, 2019 by TouchUpDirect

Everyday grit, grime and road bumps will inevitably take their toll on your car’s finish. Add to that the onslaught...

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Vehicle Tips

10 Tips to Help Keep Your Car Forever

March 15, 2019 by TouchUpDirect

There are any number of reasons why you might want to extend the life of your vehicle. Money might be...

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Vehicle Tips

Winter Driving Safety

February 1, 2019 by TouchUpDirect

Your ability to drive safely can be affected by a myriad of factors. However, one of the most pronounced is...

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Vehicle Tips

Tips For Applying Touch Up Paint To Your Car

August 23, 2018 by TouchUpDirect

Although you might like nothing more than the feeling of the hot summer sun beating down on you as you...

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Vehicle Tips

Things to Consider Before Rebuilding a Classic Car

August 7, 2018 by TouchUpDirect

Are you contemplating the idea of embarking on a big project, something you can really sink your teeth into? Your...

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Repair or Let Go? Signs It's Time To Let Go Of Your Old Car

Vehicle Tips

Repair or Let Go? Signs To Let Go Of An Old Car

June 7, 2018 by TouchUpDirect

If you’ve got an American classic sitting in your garage which you’re dedicated to preserving, this article isn’t for you....

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Vehicle Tips

Don’t Ignore Those Paint Scratches

May 15, 2018 by TouchUpDirect

How Ignoring Paint Scratches Impacts The Overall Health of Your Car “It’s only a scratch.” That’s what the rugged heroes...

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Vehicle Tips

Winterizing Your Car Inside and Out

March 15, 2018 by TouchUpDirect

Winter can wreak havoc on your vehicle. The evil trio of road salt residue, cold temperatures and dirt can affect...

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How-To

How To Increase Your Car’s Value For Under $100

February 22, 2018 by TouchUpDirect

Your vehicle is one of your greatest assets. Keeping it looking as good as possible carries with it many benefits....

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Top 9 Rules to Remember When Painting Your Own Car

How-To

Top 9 Rules to Remember When Painting Your Car

January 22, 2018 by TouchUpDirect

Think about the process of painting your car, and you may envision a one-step process that involves applying a coat...

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9 Auto Body Repair Experts Share the Secret to Maintaining a Pristine Paint Job

Vehicle Tips

Auto Body Repair Expert Advice

October 14, 2015 by TouchUpDirect

9 Auto Body Repair Experts Share the Secret to Maintaining a Pristine Paint Job You want your vehicle to stay...

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Vehicle Tips

Finding the right color for your vehicle

December 12, 2014 by TouchUpDirect

We field a lot of questions here at TUD on how to make sure to get the correct color for...

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