Does a peeling car door require a full door repaint?
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Whether a peeling car door requires a full door repaint depends on the size of the scratch. If the scratch on the door is very small, simply polishing and waxing will suffice. However, if the scratch is severe, a full door repaint is necessary. Car Painting: This refers to applying a layer of paint to the car's surface to protect it. Car painting typically uses baking paint. In automobile manufacturing plants, after the frame and body are welded, the next step is painting. Types include standard paint, metallic paint, and pearl paint. The car painting process involves applying putty, sanding, and painting. Car Polishing: Car polishing is a step in the car detailing process, performed before waxing, sealing, or coating. Polishing is essential for sealing because only a finely polished car can achieve a mirror-like finish. This is a necessary step for sealing. Without polishing, the car's paint will not be smooth, and the sealant will last only a very short time, failing to provide long-term adhesion, making it no different from waxing.
Last time a piece of paint was scratched off my car door, I asked the repair shop technician about it. The technician said it depends on the size of the paint damage and its location. For small areas of paint loss, you can just touch up that specific spot, which saves money and time. However, if the paint damage is extensive or the door is severely dented, it's better to repaint the entire door. Otherwise, the touch-up might result in color mismatch, making it look worse. Special attention should be paid to color consistency for metallic paint cars. Repainting the entire door usually costs a few hundred dollars and takes one or two days. I think the best approach is to have a professional technician first assess the extent of the paint damage, as door repairs need to consider both aesthetics and durability.
