Paint Matching
Accurate Automotive Paint Matching
Matching automotive paint involves more than finding the color code printed on the vehicle. Sun exposure, age, previous repairs, application methods, and factory color variations can all change how a finish appears.
At Lakewood Collision LLC, we evaluate the vehicle’s existing finish and adjust the new paint to achieve the closest possible match. When necessary, the color is blended into adjacent panels to create a smooth visual transition.
Our paint matching service is used for collision repairs, replacement panels, bumper refinishing, scratch repair, rust repair, and complete restoration projects.
Services Include
Manufacturer paint code identification
Existing finish evaluation
Color variant selection
Custom color adjustment
Spray-out test panels
Metallic and pearl color matching
Adjacent panel blending
Clear-coat application
Final polishing and color inspection
Our Process
Identify the vehicle’s original paint information
Inspect the current color under appropriate lighting
Select and mix the closest color variant
Produce a spray-out test sample
Adjust the formula when necessary
Apply color and blend into surrounding areas
Apply clear coat and complete final polishing
Color matching is especially important on metallic, pearl, tri-coat, aged, or previously refinished vehicles.
Get a Seamless Paint Finish
Contact Lakewood Collision LLC for a free assessment of your paint or panel repair project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does paint need blending? +
Blending helps the new color transition into nearby panels when an exact edge match would be visible.
Can older faded paint be matched? +
Aged paint can often be matched more closely by adjusting the mix and blending strategy.
Is paint matching needed after collision repair? +
Most repaired or replaced painted panels need color matching before refinishing.