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Touching up your vehicle in the freezing Winter can be dicey. TouchUpDirect's here to help! Learn all the tricks you'll...
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In our first touch up mistakes blog, we covered everything from color codes to dry time. Now we’re back with...
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Are you sick of staring at that one spot of fading paint? Is that peeling paint on your door giving...
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We’re digging deep into this seemingly never ending mailbag to answer more of your fascinating questions! How Does the Matching...
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We didn’t think we’d be back so soon either! But you guys sent us a lot of questions and we’re...
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Imagine. You’ve just finished touching up your dream paint job. It’s gorgeous, everything you ever wanted! But what’s this? Does...
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We’ve finally sorted out the TouchUpDirect mailbag and it turns out that our customers have some good questions for us...
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The Polishing Kit FAQ One of our absolute favorite kits is here to give you achieve the best paint job...
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Sometimes, your car has damage that absolutely requires a visit to a body shop or garage. But there’s also the...
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Don’t let the heat and nature of Summer cause your car paint pains. Our Tips for Every Adventure series is...
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We love a motorcycle track day here at TouchUpDirect. The screech of tires, the metallic smell of iron particles in...
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TouchUpDirect can make over twenty thousand car colors for a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. With such an overwhelming...
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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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We’ve all been there. You come out of the store to find that your once pristine paint job has been...
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Tips For Every Adventure: Off Road Damage
June 4, 2024 by Cornwallis
Off-roading is an exhilarating hobby that combines adventure, skill, and a bit of mud-slinging fun. It’s about taking your vehicle...
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Ultimate Adventures: Top 5 Scenic Routes for Your USA Road Trip Experience
May 23, 2024 by Cornwallis
What makes a road trip USA unforgettable? It’s the paths you choose—from the legendary Route 66 to the picturesque Highway...
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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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Well hello again, drivers! Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of Aerosol spray cans. Touching up your car with...
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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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Hey, did you know that the moment you drive a new car off the lot, it starts losing its value?...
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We love a good touch up paint. It covers all manner of things from a bird desecrating your beautiful paint...
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Car maintenance is a must for every new or seasoned car owner. When there is regular car maintenance, one does...
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Finding a few dings and scratches on your car’s paint is never a fun discovery. So here’s why you shouldn’t...
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There are days when driving in inclement weather is inevitable. So, here are five details you might not know about...
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When you investigate older vehicles, you can see their influences on modern ones. Here are five vintage Corvette models you...
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There’s no denying that Ford has had a significant impact on the auto industry. Here’s a brief background of how...
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Are you starting to notice scrape marks or dents in your truck bed? There’s a reason for that—here are seven...
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The last thing you want is to have your car’s paint fade. So here are tips to keep your car’s...
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Think you know everything and anything about cars? Here are 4 interesting car facts that you might not know so...
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Sometimes, owning a car isn’t enough to show your love for cars. Here are three tips and tricks for becoming...
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Knowing how to get through all kinds of car issues can feel stressful. So here are common car problems every...
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When the time comes to purchase a car, sometimes going down the used route is the right decision. Here are...
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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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Finding the best car mechanic for your car means knowing how to express your thanks. Here are five helpful tips...
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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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Finding the right automotive touch up paint option may seem tricky, but this guide will show you which one is...
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As the weather gets colder, you may wonder how to store your vehicle properly without ruining the interior or exterior....
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Auto insurance does a lot for car owners, but does it cover cosmetic damage? Find out if your insurance covers...
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When it comes to your vehicle, expect the unexpected. You need to stock up on car essentials. Learn how to...
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Nobody wants to drive an ugly vehicle. From fixing your windshield to replacing your rims, here are our expert DIY...
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Check out this brief guide on the differences between waterborne and solvent-based car paint so that you’re ready for the...
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The market for paint-protection products can get confusing due to overabundance. Here are the main must-know differences between car wax...
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Part of owning a car means maintaining it as needed. Here are different forms of car rust that every owner...
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It’s important to take care of your car. This is why these car washing tips will make yours look shiny...
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Touch-up jobs require some practice and perseverance. Avoid these common touch-up mistakes with the proper actions instead to make your...
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Getting a driver’s license is an exciting transition into adulthood, but these safety and maintenance tips will prepare every young...
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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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With the number of paint codes that have emerged throughout the history of cars, picking the right one for your...
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Whether it’s at a dealership or in someone’s private garage, car detailing is an important step to keeping a car...
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Use these tips for deep cleaning your car’s interior for a spotless look inside your vehicle. You can keep it...
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Can you use touch up paint on your classic car? Using touch up paint in your home garage to restore...
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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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It’s come to our attention that a fair number of you don’t know what a tricoat is. This is a...
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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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There’s a lot of misinformation out on the internet regarding what you can use to remove the scratches on your...
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Learn How Weather Can Affect Your Vehicle None of us can control the weather, but with a little extra care,...
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For us humans, signs of aging include stiff joints and the inability to remember where we put our car keys....
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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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How Does Regular Maintenance Impact The Life Of Your Vehicle? It is one of the most significant financial investments you...
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There are any number of reasons why you might want to extend the life of your vehicle. Money might be...
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Your car has served you well through years of fun, adventure and bad weather, but even the best of partnerships...
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Your ability to drive safely can be affected by a myriad of factors. However, one of the most pronounced is...
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With the holidays approaching fast, everyone begins to think about the gifts they will give to loved ones in order...
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Whether you are driving a beat-up old clunker or the newest model, replacing your car because of the effects of...
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Vehicle ownership is almost like a relationship. It requires constant maintenance and consideration. You have to work to keep things running...
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What is Regular Maintenance? Regular maintenance and cleaning is important to keep your vehicle looking good and running well. But...
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Although you might like nothing more than the feeling of the hot summer sun beating down on you as you...
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Are you contemplating the idea of embarking on a big project, something you can really sink your teeth into? Your...
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When to DIY or Leave to the Professionals Your car is a complex machine with somewhere around 30,000 parts, so...
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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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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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When to Wrap & When to Paint Your Car Making your car look beautiful means keeping up a shiny, flawless...
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Winter can wreak havoc on your vehicle. The evil trio of road salt residue, cold temperatures and dirt can affect...
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It goes far beyond making a positive first impression. Keeping your car or motorcycle looking great is one of the...
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While we’re on the topic of simple ideas that make taking care of paint a whole lot less irritating/obnoxious/ineffective, there’s...
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Confession time: you’ve caught yourself walking past your car, ogling the damn thing. Do you like what you see? Do...
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9 Auto Body Repair Experts Share the Secret to Maintaining a Pristine Paint Job You want your vehicle to stay...
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