Kia Glacier Blue Metallic (K9) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color defines a decade of Kia's most hardworking family vehicles. If you are driving a Sportage, Sedona, or Rondo from the mid-2000s, you likely have this shade because it balances a professional, icy aesthetic with sheer practicality. It is a light, silvery blue that does a great job of masking light dust and road salt, which is why so many of these models still look respectable even after years of daily commutes. Since your car has been on the road for a while, this paint is the best way to erase those inevitable parking lot scuffs.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, meaning it relies on a dense suspension of tiny flakes to give the surface its depth. The biggest risk with a metallic like this is mottling, or "tiger stripping." If the paint is applied too heavily in one spot, those flakes cluster together and sink, creating dark, cloudy patches that look uneven. You want the flakes to lay down flat and uniform so the light bounces off the repair exactly the same way it does on the factory door panel.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Kia Glacier Blue Metallic (check for code K9 on the sticker inside your driver's side door jamb), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds. Those metallic particles are heavy and love to settle at the bottom. Test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your weathered panels. When you begin, keep the container moving at a steady pace to maintain a consistent flow. This prevents the paint from puddling and ensures the flakes distribute evenly. Work in a shaded garage and give each layer plenty of drying time to ensure the finish sets properly.