Can Car Scratches Be Repaired by Yourself?

[MaggieFitz]

Yes, car scratches can be repaired by yourself as follows: Touch-up Paint Pen: If the rust is not severe, you can first use very fine sandpaper dipped in water to gently sand away the rust spots. However, avoid sanding randomly without direction; sand in straight lines in the same direction. After completely cleaning it, apply a layer of primer. For new scratches, you can clean them and directly apply the primer. Then, if the vehicle comes with a small can of original factory paint, you can wait for the primer to dry, sand it smooth with water sandpaper, and apply the original factory paint over the primer. Applying Toothpaste Can Temporarily Prevent Rust: Another method is to use ordinary toothpaste. When you find new small scratches on the car body, gently apply the toothpaste in a circular motion over the scratch. After rain or washing the car, don't forget to reapply. This can generally reduce the visibility of the scratch and also simply act as a barrier to prevent rust in the short term.