From Factory Touch-Ups to Full Custom Paint: How The Touch Up Shop and Kolor Koalition Work Together

For decades, automotive paint has been about more than just color — it’s about precision, protection, pride, and personality. Whether you’re fixing a rock chip on a daily driver or laying down a jaw-dropping custom finish on a show car, the right paint products and knowledge make all the difference.

At The Touch Up Shop, we’ve been helping vehicle owners restore their cars and motorcycles with factory-matched OEM paint since 1986. Our focus has always been simple: give everyday drivers the tools they need to fix scratches, chips, and minor damage themselves — accurately, affordably, and confidently.

But what happens when a project goes beyond a simple touch-up?

That’s where our sister site, Kolor Koalition, comes in.

In this guide, we’ll explain how these two platforms complement each other — and how drivers, builders, and professionals can move seamlessly from OEM restoration to custom paint mastery.

The Touch Up Shop: OEM Accuracy for Real-World Repairs

Not every paint issue requires a body shop or an insurance claim. In fact, most common damage — door dings, rock chips, bumper scuffs, and light scratches — can be repaired at home with the right products.

That’s the core mission of The Touch Up Shop.

What Makes OEM Color Matching So Important?

Factory paint codes exist for a reason. Automakers design finishes to match exact formulas, and even small deviations in color can stand out — especially on newer vehicles.

At The Touch Up Shop, we specialize in:

• Exact OEM color matching

• Paint systems designed for DIY success

• Kits that include everything needed for proper repair

• Clear instructions and support for first-time users

Our goal is to help your car look like it never needed a repair in the first place.

When DIY Turns Into Custom: Enter Kolor Koalition

While OEM touch-ups solve everyday problems, some projects call for something more bold.

Custom paint isn’t about hiding damage — it’s about expression.

That’s why we created Kolor Koalition: a professional-grade automotive paint and supply destination built for:

• Custom car and bike builders

• Body shops and refinish professionals

• Airbrush artists

• Serious DIY painters ready to level up

If The Touch Up Shop is about restoration, Kolor Koalition is about creation.

👉 Visit the full Kolor Koalition site here:
https://kolorkoalition.com/

Professional Paints & Coatings for Custom Work

Custom paint requires more than a color match — it requires depth, durability, and compatibility across layers.

Kolor Koalition offers a full range of professional paints and coatings, including:

• Basecoats

• Candies

• Pearls

• Special effect finishes

Explore the full paints and coatings collection here:
https://kolorkoalition.com/collections/paints-coatings

These products are designed for controlled spray environments, proper gun setups, and painters who want predictable, repeatable results.

Primers & Clearcoats: The Foundation of Every Paint Job

No matter how good the color looks, a paint job is only as strong as what’s underneath — and what seals it.

Kolor Koalition provides complete primer and clearcoat kits suitable for:

• Spot repairs

• Full resprays

• Custom builds

You can view their primer and clearcoat kits here:
https://kolorkoalition.com/collections/kits

These systems are designed to work together, ensuring proper adhesion, gloss, and long-term durability.

Flake, Pearl & Effect Finishes That Stand Out

For builders who want to turn heads, standard paint just isn’t enough.

Kolor Koalition is known for its massive selection of metallic flake, pearl additives, and effect pigments — from subtle shimmer to full show-car sparkle.

Browse flake and effect finishes here:
https://kolorkoalition.com/collections/flake

Whether it’s a flake roof, custom stripes, or full flake panels, these materials give painters creative freedom that OEM systems simply can’t offer.

Everything You Need for Automotive Paint Work

One of the biggest challenges in automotive painting is sourcing everything required for the job.

Kolor Koalition simplifies that by offering a complete selection of:

• Prep materials

• Masking supplies

• Abrasives

• Mixing tools

• Shop consumables

Find all automotive paint supplies in one place here:
https://kolorkoalition.com/collections/automotive

This makes it easier for professionals and serious DIYers to stay focused on the work — not the supply run.

Limited Editions & Creative Inspiration: The Jarritos Collection

Custom paint is as much about culture as it is technique.

Kolor Koalition’s Jarritos Color Collection is inspired by bold flavors, vibrant packaging, and unmistakable energy — a perfect example of how color can tell a story.

Check out the Jarritos Collection here:
https://kolorkoalition.com/pages/jarritos-collection

These unique colors are ideal for:

• Motorcycles

• Lowriders

• Helmets

• Accent panels

• Statement builds

Leafing & Luxury Finishes

For builders pushing into luxury and art-level detailing, Kolor Koalition also offers leaf and leafing supplies.

These materials allow for:

• Gold and silver leaf accents

• Custom striping and logos

• High-end restoration and show work

Explore leaf and leafing supplies here:
https://kolorkoalition.com/collections/leaf-leaf-supplies

Leafing is a technique where craftsmanship truly shows — and these products are selected with that level of precision in mind.

Airbrushing: Detail Work Taken to the Next Level

Airbrushing opens the door to:

• Fine details

• Gradients

• Murals

• Custom graphics

• Helmets and tanks

Kolor Koalition supports airbrush artists with dedicated airbrushing supplies, including paints, tools, and accessories.

Find airbrushing supplies here:
https://kolorkoalition.com/collections/airbrushing

For artists transitioning from touch-ups to creative work, airbrushing is often the bridge.

Two Sites, One Paint Philosophy

While The Touch Up Shop and Kolor Koalition serve different audiences, they share the same foundation:

• Quality materials

• Accurate color

• Respect for the craft

• Support for painters at every level

Many customers start with OEM touch-up repairs and later graduate into custom paint projects. Others are professionals who use The Touch Up Shop for factory restorations and Kolor Koalition for creative builds.

Together, the two platforms cover the full spectrum of automotive paint — from subtle repairs to full custom expression.

Which Site Is Right for You?

Choose The Touch Up Shop if you’re:

• Repairing scratches or chips

• Restoring factory paint

• Looking for DIY kits and OEM accuracy

• Working on a daily driver or resale vehicle

Choose Kolor Koalition if you’re:

• Building a custom car or bike

• Running a body shop

• Exploring flake, candy, pearl, or leaf finishes

• Doing professional or advanced DIY paint work

And many customers use both — starting with touch-ups and ending with something truly unique.

Final Thoughts

Automotive paint is a journey. Sometimes it’s about fixing what’s broken. Other times, it’s about creating something unforgettable.

With The Touch Up Shop and Kolor Koalition, you have access to both ends of that spectrum — backed by decades of experience, premium materials, and a shared commitment to doing paint the right way.

Whether you’re restoring factory perfection or building your next custom masterpiece, you’re in the right place.