Guide to Repairing Stone Chips on Cars or Motorcycles

Stone chips are a common nuisance for car owners, but they can be repaired quickly using products from Touch Up Paint Factory. Here’s how to restore your vehicle’s finish using a touch up paint pen.

What is a Stone Chip?

A stone chip is a small area of damage caused by stones, debris, or gravel hitting your car’s paint while driving. These chips typically occur on the front bumper, hood, or side panels, exposing the car’s underlying metal.

Why Should You Repair a Stone Chip?

Stone chips, if left untreated, can lead to rusting and further damage, especially in harsh weather conditions. Repairing them quickly prevents deterioration of your vehicle’s paint and keeps your vehicle looking its best.

Steps to Repair Stone Chips

Step 1: Clean and Prepare the Area

Before doing any kind of repair work on your car outside you’ll need to wait until the conditions are dry. 

Start by cleaning the chipped area. Dry thoroughly, then use fine-grit sandpaper to smooth any rough edges around the chip.

Step 2 - Covering exposed metal

If bare metal is exposed then carefully apply touch up primer to the metal only, ensuring not to spill over onto existing paintwork and leave for at least  20 minutes to fully dry. 

Step 3: Apply Touch Up  Paint with a  Paint Pen

Shake paint for 30 seconds with cap on and the ball rattling and test colour on test card prior to application . 

Remove the cap and press the spring loaded tip of the paint pen a few times on a flat surface until the paint flows. Apply the all-in-one paint to the damaged area ensuring not to spill over onto existing paintwork and allow 10-30 minutes to dry. Re-coat if required. 

Flatten & sand after leaving overnight. The repaired area can be carefully sanded back using the Touch Up Paint Factory Paint & Polish kit with the P1500-2000 paper and the small block, ensuring you only remove minimal original clear coat. 

Allow each layer to dry before applying the next, building up until the chip is filled.

Step 4: Polish the Area

Use a soft microfiber cloth to gently polish the repaired area with a polishing compound. This will help blend the new paint with the surrounding areas, ensuring a seamless repair.

Conclusion

Repairing stone chips is crucial to maintaining your car’s appearance and preventing further damage. Using Touch Up Paint Factory products ensures a perfect colour match and professional finish every time. By following these simple steps, you can restore your vehicle’s look without the need for costly resprays. 

With regular care, you’ll protect your car from the elements and keep it looking great for years to come.