Is the entire panel painted when doing a paint job?

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Painting involves coating the entire panel, as only full-panel painting can ensure a uniform color without any discrepancies. Solid colors: For solid colors, spot touch-up methods can be used, and full-panel repainting may not be necessary. Metallic or pearl paints: For metallic or pearl paints (which contain reflective particles), it's best to use a spot color touch-up followed by a full clear coat application. Metallic and pearl paints require spot color touch-ups because matching these colors is challenging and prone to visible discrepancies that affect the vehicle's appearance. Applying color touch-ups first and then a full clear coat minimizes visible color differences, making it an ideal painting technique.