Does Polishing Cause Color Difference?

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AndresDella
07/29/25 4:34pm
Color difference cannot be resolved through polishing. Polishing only improves minor scratches in brightness and generally does not cause color difference issues. Automobile Scratch Repair: Car scratch wax can repair paint scratches, but it can only fix scratches that have not damaged the base coat (i.e., the color coat). For severe scratches, it won't work. The principle of scratch repair wax is to polish away the scratches. If it can be repaired, there won't be any noticeable color difference. If the gloss is slightly off, applying a brightening wax later can make it look the same as the original car paint. Automobile Color Difference Remediation Methods: If you notice the car paint color is incorrect after spraying, within one month of painting, it might be because the paint hasn't fully dried, resulting in a darker color. However, if the color difference remains obvious after a month, then the paint color is incorrect. In this case, you can ask the 4S shop to repaint it. During the spraying process, a gradient spraying technique can be used to make the car's color more similar, reducing the noticeable difference.
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