Does Bumper Touch-Up Paint Require Removal?
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Bumper painting does not necessarily require removal. You can choose to paint half of the bumper without taking it off, but the finished effect will not be identical to the original factory finish. It can only appear similar to the original to an untrained eye. Relevant information about compulsory traffic insurance is as follows: 1. Introduction: The full name of compulsory traffic insurance is "Compulsory Motor Vehicle Traffic Accident Liability Insurance." It is a mandatory liability insurance where the insurance company compensates for personal injuries, fatalities, and property losses (excluding the vehicle's occupants and the insured) caused by the insured motor vehicle in a road traffic accident, within the liability limits. 2. Necessity: Compulsory traffic insurance ensures that victims of motor vehicle traffic accidents receive compensation and promotes road traffic safety. It provides timely and basic protection for traffic accident victims.
I've been repairing cars for over a decade, and whether to remove the bumper for touch-up painting mainly depends on the extent of damage. Small scratches or minor abrasions can be painted directly in place without removing the bumper, saving time and cost—it usually takes about an hour. However, for large-area damage or when painting edges and corners, removing the bumper is more professional, ensuring even paint coverage and avoiding overspray on components like radar sensors or headlights. Since bumpers are plastic, they need to be sanded smooth before painting; otherwise, the paint may peel. Without removal, paint quality might be slightly compromised, such as missed corners causing color mismatch, but don’t worry for minor daily repairs. I recommend prioritizing the no-removal method for cost-efficiency and speed, just remember to let the paint dry for a day or two before washing. For DIY, a touch-up paint kit can work for simple fixes, but for major issues, a professional shop is safer—removal only costs a few hundred extra.
Last time the rear bumper got scratched, I asked the repair shop technician. He said minor scratches usually don't require disassembly for direct paint spraying, which is quite fast and saves labor costs. But for deep damage or large areas, disassembly allows for more complete painting and prevents uneven coverage on the car body. That time I opted for no disassembly - fixed in 30 minutes and saved over 100 yuan, but later noticed a corner wasn't properly painted. Experience tells me: shallow scratches can skip disassembly, but deep damage or full-length spraying works better with disassembly. Before repainting, use sandpaper to remove burrs - since bumpers are plastic, this improves paint adhesion. I tried touch-up pens myself with poor results, recommend visiting small shops for minor issues. After completion, don't wash the car immediately - wait for paint to fully harden or bubbling may occur. Consider damage location - areas near body seams are best handled with disassembly.
