Can Toothpaste Remove Car Scratches?
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Toothpaste can be used to remove car scratches. The steps are as follows: 1. Squeeze out an appropriate amount of toothpaste, apply it to the car body, and scrub with a scouring pad; 2. Use a damp cloth to wipe the car body clean, which will remove the scratches. Other methods to remove car scratches include: 1. Using an eraser to rub off marks on the car body; 2. Filling in the paint surface with nail polish of the same color; 3. Using professional equipment for filling, painting, and polishing; 4. Sanding with water sandpaper. Methods to prevent car scratches include: 1. Park on the side and avoid the middle position; 2. Confirm the height of the front and rear deflectors; 3. When parking outdoors, stay away from under windows or balconies.
I've encountered this situation before - there were a few shallow scratches on my car's body. I'd always heard people say toothpaste could fix it, so I tried using regular household toothpaste. I squeezed some toothpaste onto a slightly damp cotton cloth and gently rubbed the scratches in circular motions for a few minutes. Surprisingly, the scratches actually lightened a bit! But this only works for very light surface scratches on the clear coat (the outermost layer of car paint). If the scratch is deep enough to reach the base coat, toothpaste is completely useless and might actually dull the paint surface. That time I rubbed too hard and made the paint slightly rough - almost needed a repaint. Upon reflection, toothpaste has mild abrasive properties, similar to a simple polishing compound, but not as refined as professional scratch removers. I learned my lesson - toothpaste is okay for emergency treatment of minor scratches, but remember to apply wax afterward to protect the paint. For deeper or multiple scratches, it's more reliable to spend about a hundred bucks for professional polishing at a detailing shop. Also, avoid using dirty towels when washing your car to prevent these minor issues.
