Whether your bumper needs a full repaint due to fading and peeling, or a targeted spot repair after a scratch or scuff, First Place Finishes delivers a factory-quality finish right at your home or office. We use professional color-matching systems to blend seamlessly with your vehicle's existing paint — so the repair is invisible.
When Does a Bumper Need Painting?
Not every bumper repair requires a full paint job. Here are the most common scenarios where bumper painting is the right solution.
Deep Scratches
Scratches that go through the clear coat and into the color layer can't be buffed out. These need to be sanded, primed, and repainted for a lasting repair.
Peeling Clear Coat
UV damage and age cause clear coat to peel and flake, especially on bumpers. A fresh repaint restores the gloss and protects the underlying plastic.
Faded or Oxidized Paint
When your bumper no longer matches the rest of the car due to sun damage or oxidation, a color-matched repaint brings it back to life.
After Crack or Dent Repair
Once a cracked or dented bumper has been repaired, the affected area needs to be primed and painted to restore a seamless finish.
Our Bumper Painting Process
We follow a multi-step process to ensure a durable, factory-quality result every time.
- Clean and prep the bumper surface, removing contaminants and loose material
- Sand and feather the damaged area to create a smooth transition
- Apply primer to promote adhesion and fill any imperfections
- Use our professional color-matching system to mix an exact match to your vehicle's paint code
- Apply the base coat in thin, even layers for consistent coverage
- Apply clear coat for UV protection, gloss, and durability
- Final polish and blend to ensure the repair is undetectable
Partial vs. Full Bumper Repaint
In many cases, we don't need to paint the entire bumper. A spot or partial repaint covers just the damaged area, blending the new paint into the surrounding finish. This approach is faster, less expensive, and produces excellent results when the existing paint is in good condition.
A full bumper repaint is recommended when the entire surface is faded, peeling, or when there are multiple areas of damage. We'll advise you on the best approach after evaluating your bumper's condition.
OEM Color Matching
Every vehicle has a unique paint code, and even within the same code, color can vary slightly due to age and sun exposure. We use professional color-matching technology to ensure the new paint blends perfectly with your car's current appearance — not just the original factory color. The goal is a repair you can't see.
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Text us 2–3 photos of your bumper damage. We'll reply with a free estimate — usually within the hour.
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