Touch-up paint is a hot topic of debate for detailers worldwide. Everybody has their own philosophy for the right and wrong way to do things. In this article, we’ll discuss the best methods for ...

Applying the paint: Use the touch-up paint sparingly. For pens, simply draw over the scratch. If using a brush, dip it lightly in the paint and apply in thin layers, allowing each layer to dry ...

Davis said that when someone wants to touch up lacquer paint with something other than lacquer, he recommends Sherwin-Williams’s Emerald Urethane, which is sold in quarts ($51.99).

With touch-up painting, you have to be prepared for not-so-perfect results. If you don't have any original paint, you can cut out a sample from an inconspicuous area.