Can Minor Scratches on a Car Be Removed by Polishing?
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Whether minor scratches on a car can be removed by polishing depends on the situation: 1. Light scratches can be removed through polishing; 2. Deeper scratches cannot be removed by polishing. Car polishing refers to the process of using specialized polishing tools and abrasive media to repair defects in the car's paint surface, grinding the clear coat layer of the paint to level the high areas around the scratches with the scratch base, maintaining a bright and glossy finish. The steps for car polishing are: 1. Clean the car body thoroughly to remove dust particles and avoid secondary damage to the paint; 2. Perform rough grinding on the car body; 3. Select an appropriate polishing machine, along with polishing wax, to perform detailed polishing on the ground car body; 4. After polishing, use a mirror-finish treatment agent for mirror restoration to restore the car body's mirror effect, then apply wax for finishing to complete the process.
Small scratches can indeed be removed by polishing. I've tried it many times over the years of repairing cars myself. The key is that the scratches shouldn't be too deep. For those shallow surface scuffs, a gentle rub with polishing compound can make them disappear, restoring the paint's shine. However, if the scratch is deep enough to catch your fingernail, polishing may be less effective and could even make the paint thinner and more fragile. I recommend beginners start by testing on a small, inconspicuous area, using a soft cloth and automotive-specific polishing compound. Avoid applying too much pressure to prevent damaging the paint. Also, be mindful of parking to avoid contact with branches or hard objects, and regularly wax your car to protect the paint. This way, you'll have fewer scratches to deal with, making maintenance easier and less time-consuming.
