Can ordinary paint pens be used to repair car paint?
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Ordinary paint pens can be used to repair car paint, but if the area is large, there may be color differences. Paint pens: These are pens with paint cores, similar to markers, often used for repairing paint on furniture and vehicle surfaces. Precautions for car paint repair: Before painting, if the scratched area is deep, it is necessary to first sand off the paint surface and any rust on the metal, then fill it with putty. Only after the putty has dried can you repaint. If not treated, rust on the metal panel in the scratched area can cause the paint to bubble and peel after application. When using a paint pen, the area to be repaired must be sanded with sandpaper or a polisher before painting.
I tried using a regular paint pen to touch up my car's paint, but the results weren't ideal. Generally, the composition of such pens doesn't match professional automotive paint—for example, the color deviation is significant, it fades quickly under sunlight, and may even peel or flake off. For paint damage, it's best to use specialized touch-up tools that can fill in small scratches and offer better durability. When driving, it's important to avoid scrapes and bumps, especially leaving some space when parking. My own car suffered because of a hasty repair job—later, the entire patch of paint deteriorated, costing me much more for a full repaint.
