{"title":"Stone Chip Repair Kits","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe easiest way to fix a stone chip is to fill it with paint matched to your car's factory colour, then level it so it sits flush with the surrounding paint. Every Colour Tubes kit does exactly that: choose your car's make, model and year, or its paint code, and we mix your colour and deliver it Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to fix a stone chip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the chip with a pre-treatment wipe to remove dirt, wax and polish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you can see bare metal or plastic, apply a very small amount of Clear\/DTM Primer and let it dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the colour with the squeegee or a micro brush, using as little as possible. Let it dry for 10 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor deeper chips, add the clear the same way to build the repair up level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe away the excess with Finishing Solution for a smooth, seamless finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich kit do I need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/car-paint-chip-repair-kit-best-auto-scratch-remover\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarter Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: a few small chips on an otherwise good finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/perfect-scratch-remover-vehicle-paint-repair-made-easy\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssentials Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: everyday chips that need building up level, with a Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/car-paint-scratch-repair-remove-scratches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: our most popular kit, for many chips across the car, curves and edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/car-scratch-repair-kit-ultimate-scratch-repair-buy-now\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: deep chips, light rust spots and damage down to bare metal or plastic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach 3ml tube covers a lot of chips. Clean the tip and reseal it after use, and the paint keeps indefinitely for the next chip.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"car-paint-chip-repair-kit-best-auto-scratch-remover","title":"Starter Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Colour Tubes Starter Kit is a simple DIY touch-up kit for a few small stone chips and surface marks. It includes 2 tubes of factory-matched, water-based paint for your car's colour, plus everything needed to apply it and wipe away the excess for a tidy finish. Choose your car's make, model and year, or its paint code, and we deliver Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Pre-Treatment Wipes:\u003c\/strong\u003e To thoroughly clean and prepare the surface for proper paint adhesion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 x 3ml Colour Tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-matched colour for professional repairs of chips and scratches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Squeegee:\u003c\/strong\u003e The squeegee enables you to apply the paint to chips and scratches to achieve the best, smoothest result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Finishing Solution Wipes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently remove the excess paint and level the surface, leaving it smooth and seamless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 x Microbrushes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for door edges and bumpers where the squeegee does not work so well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich kit do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll 4 kits use the same factory-matched, water-based paint; they differ in how much paint you get and how far each kit takes the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStarter Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEssentials Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdvanced Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfessional Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$62.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$74.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$104.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$132.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA few small surface chips and marks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEveryday stone chips that need building up level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMany chips across the car, curves and edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep chips, rust spots, bare metal or plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3ml Colour Tubes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3ml Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinishing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Finishing Solution Wipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Finishing Solution Wipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100ml Finishing Solution, 3 wiping cloths, microfibre cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100ml Finishing Solution, 3 wiping cloths, microfibre cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMixing cup\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimes bare metal or plastic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 1 tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 1 tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 3 tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: choose \u003cstrong\u003eStarter\u003c\/strong\u003e for a quick tidy-up, \u003cstrong\u003eEssentials\u003c\/strong\u003e when chips need a clear coat to sit level, \u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e for a whole-car touch-up, and \u003cstrong\u003eProfessional\u003c\/strong\u003e when damage has reached bare metal or plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the Starter Kit good for beginners?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. You clean the chip with a pre-treatment wipe, apply a small amount of paint with the squeegee or a micro brush, let it dry, then wipe off the excess with a finishing solution wipe. Use as little paint as you can, and don't judge the colour until it's dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill the colour match my car?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach kit is mixed to your car's factory colour, chosen by make, model and year or by paint code. On a chip, the shade matters most, so metallic, pearl and three-layer colours are sometimes supplied as a solid colour that matches the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many chips will 2 tubes cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 3ml tube covers a lot of stone chips, and you can use every drop. Clean the tip and reseal the tube after use and the paint keeps indefinitely, so you can fix new chips later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhen should I choose a bigger kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf chips are deep enough that the paint sits below the surrounding surface, or have reached bare metal or plastic, the Essentials Kit adds a Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer to build the repair level and prime bare spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill water-based paint wash off?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once dry it won't wash off, just like water-based house paint. Touch-ups that seem to wash off usually weren't cleaned properly first, which is why every kit includes pre-treatment wipes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Colour Tubes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47046834618582,"sku":null,"price":62.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/7576\/8790\/files\/Colourtubes_Kit1_Overview_v02mh.png?v=1789632852"},{"product_id":"car-paint-scratch-repair-remove-scratches","title":"Advanced Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Colour Tubes Advanced Kit is our most popular kit for a thorough DIY touch-up across the whole car: many stone chips, scratches, door edges and bumpers. It includes 3 tubes of factory-matched, water-based paint, a Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer, a full 100ml bottle of Finishing Solution with wiping and microfibre cloths for a smooth, polished result. Choose your car's make, model and year, or its paint code, and we deliver Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 x Pre-Treatment Wipes:\u003c\/strong\u003e To thoroughly clean and prepare the surface for proper paint adhesion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 x 3ml Colour Tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-matched colour for professional repairs of chips and scratches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 x 3ml Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-based gloss clear for levelling chip repairs where a higher gloss is needed. Also a direct-to-metal primer with excellent adhesion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Squeegee:\u003c\/strong\u003e The squeegee enables you to apply the paint to chips and scratches to achieve the best, smoothest result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 x Microbrushes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for door edges and bumpers where the squeegee does not work so well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30ml Mixing Cup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for when you want to brush in a few stone chips, or to thin the paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 x 100ml Finishing Solution Bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently removes the excess paint and levels the surface, leaving it smooth and seamless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 x Wiping Cloths:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use with the Finishing Solution to level the excess paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Micro Fibre Cloth:\u003c\/strong\u003e To finish and polish the surface after using the Finishing Solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich kit do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll 4 kits use the same factory-matched, water-based paint; they differ in how much paint you get and how far each kit takes the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStarter Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEssentials Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdvanced Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfessional Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$62.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$74.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$104.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$132.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA few small surface chips and marks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEveryday stone chips that need building up level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMany chips across the car, curves and edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep chips, rust spots, bare metal or plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3ml Colour Tubes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3ml Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinishing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Finishing Solution Wipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Finishing Solution Wipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100ml Finishing Solution, 3 wiping cloths, microfibre cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100ml Finishing Solution, 3 wiping cloths, microfibre cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMixing cup\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimes bare metal or plastic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 1 tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 1 tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 3 tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: choose \u003cstrong\u003eStarter\u003c\/strong\u003e for a quick tidy-up, \u003cstrong\u003eEssentials\u003c\/strong\u003e when chips need a clear coat to sit level, \u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e for a whole-car touch-up, and \u003cstrong\u003eProfessional\u003c\/strong\u003e when damage has reached bare metal or plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs a touch-up kit better than a touch-up paint pen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pen leaves a raised blob of paint on the chip. With this kit you apply the paint with a squeegee or micro brush, then remove the excess with Finishing Solution, so the repair sits flush with the surrounding paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I fix scratches as well as chips?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Use the squeegee for chips and scratches on flat panels, and the micro brushes for door edges and bumpers where a squeegee doesn't reach well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the mixing cup for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePour a little paint into the 30ml cup when you want to brush in several stone chips at once, or to thin the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I get a level, glossy finish?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce the paint and clear are dry, put Finishing Solution on a wiping cloth and rub the repair with the cloth held flat. To level it, wrap the squeegee in the cloth for a flat edge. Then polish with the microfibre cloth, and avoid machine polishing for 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs it worth it compared with a body shop?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor chips and light scratches, a DIY kit costs a fraction of a professional repair; see our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/car-bumper-scratch-repair-cost-australia\"\u003ebumper scratch repair cost guide\u003c\/a\u003e for Australian prices. 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Choose your car's make, model and year, or its paint code, and we deliver Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Pre-Treatment Wipes:\u003c\/strong\u003e To thoroughly clean and prepare the surface for proper paint adhesion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 x 3ml Colour Tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-matched colour for professional repairs of chips and scratches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 x 3ml Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-based gloss clear for levelling chip repairs where a higher gloss is needed. Also a direct-to-metal primer with excellent adhesion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 x Squeegee:\u003c\/strong\u003e The squeegee enables you to apply the paint to chips and scratches to achieve the best, smoothest result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 x Finishing Solution Wipes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently remove the excess paint and level the surface, leaving it smooth and seamless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 x Microbrushes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great for door edges and bumpers where the squeegee does not work so well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich kit do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll 4 kits use the same factory-matched, water-based paint; they differ in how much paint you get and how far each kit takes the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStarter Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEssentials Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdvanced Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfessional Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$62.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$74.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$104.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$132.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA few small surface chips and marks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEveryday stone chips that need building up level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMany chips across the car, curves and edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep chips, rust spots, bare metal or plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3ml Colour Tubes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3ml Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinishing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Finishing Solution Wipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Finishing Solution Wipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100ml Finishing Solution, 3 wiping cloths, microfibre cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100ml Finishing Solution, 3 wiping cloths, microfibre cloth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMixing cup\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimes bare metal or plastic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 1 tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 1 tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 3 tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: choose \u003cstrong\u003eStarter\u003c\/strong\u003e for a quick tidy-up, \u003cstrong\u003eEssentials\u003c\/strong\u003e when chips need a clear coat to sit level, \u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/strong\u003e for a whole-car touch-up, and \u003cstrong\u003eProfessional\u003c\/strong\u003e when damage has reached bare metal or plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I fix a stone chip with this kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the chip with a pre-treatment wipe and let it dry. Apply the colour with the squeegee, using as little as possible, and let it dry for 10 minutes. Apply the clear the same way (it goes on milky and dries clear), then level the repair with a finishing solution wipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does the Gloss Clear\/DTM Primer do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt does two jobs. As a clear, it fills the chip level and adds gloss over the colour. As a direct-to-metal primer, a very small amount on bare metal or plastic before the colour helps the paint grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I build up a deep chip?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Add coats one at a time, waiting at least 10 minutes between coats; an hour is ideal. The paint isn't softened by the next layer, so you can build the repair up until it sits level. The clear has a much higher build than the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it work on black and metallic cars?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Your kit is mixed to your car's factory colour, including dark and metallic colours. The clear coat helps the repair match the gloss of the surrounding paint, which shows most on black cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long does it take to dry?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe paint is water-based and dries quickly, but high humidity or still air slows it down. A fan or a cheap hairdryer speeds it up: it's the airflow that helps, not the heat. 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Clean the area, then apply a very small amount of the Clear\/DTM Primer to the bare metal or plastic and let it dry. Then apply the colour, followed by the clear, and level the repair with Finishing Solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat about rust spots?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight rust can be removed using a phosphoric acid rust converter, which we can supply in small amounts on request. Once the corrosion has been removed, prime the exposed area with the DTM Primer before painting to seal it. Rust that has bubbled the paint or eaten into the panel needs a body shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I get a matte or high-gloss clear instead?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Matte or High Gloss clears are available on request in place of the Gloss Clear: just leave a comment in the order notes. Matte Clear dries matte in about 30 minutes and suits matte paint and matte black trim such as door frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs it suitable for older cars?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Your kit is mixed to your car's original factory colour by make, model and year or paint code. On older cars, clean the chip carefully first, since built-up polish and dirt stop paint sticking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I find my car's paint code?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou don't need it to order: search by make, model and year. 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