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a collision technician stands at a shop doorway comparing a fan of clearcoated spray-out cards against a fender beside a freshly painted bumper, mixed lighting from cool 6500K high-CRI LEDs and soft morning daylight streams in
Stop Bumper Color Mismatches: A Technician’s Guide to Accurate Paint Matching and Blending

When a freshly painted bumper doesn’t match the fender or hood, it’s rarely “just the code.” This technician-oriented guide covers how to verify the mismatch, pick the right variant with a scan and spray-outs, control primer and substrate variables, blend correctly, and document the process for insurers.

November 18, 2025 by Toolsource Technical Team