Does car door painting require the entire door to be painted?
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Car door painting requires the entire door to be painted in order to avoid color differences in the paint. Color differences are inevitable after painting: Since the formula and proportion of the repaint cannot be exactly the same as the original car paint, and the spraying process cannot be completely identical to that of the car manufacturer, the final paint effect will inevitably differ from the original car paint. If the entire door is painted, the visual impact will reduce the perception of color difference. Precautions for painting: Before painting, it is essential to choose a repair facility with proper qualifications and use original factory paint or branded paint as much as possible to ensure quality reliability.
Last time my car door got a scratch, I was really torn about whether to repaint the whole thing. Actually, for minor scratches, touch-up paint is sufficient—the technician fills the dent, color-matches and sprays a small area, then polishes it after drying, making the color difference barely noticeable. But if the damage is deep or covers a large area, especially if it reaches the joints between different metal panels, a full repaint is more reliable. A full repaint avoids obvious transitions between old and new paint, ensuring a more uniform color overall. However, a full repaint requires removing door handles and seals, significantly increasing labor costs. It really depends on the extent of the damage and your budget when making the choice.
