How to Deal with Dents in Car Sheet Metal?

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Joanna
07/30/25 12:07am
Dents in car sheet metal can be effectively addressed using the currently popular paintless dent repair (PDR) method. Below are the current dent repair methods: 1. Paintless Dent Repair (PDR): Unlike traditional repair methods, if the vehicle's dent hasn't damaged the paint, PDR leaves almost no trace after completion, making it an excellent option. 2. Traditional Body Repair: When dents occur in the vehicle's sheet metal, traditional body repair can be used. After repair, repainting is necessary, and the painted area should be slightly larger to avoid color discrepancies between the new paint and the original factory paint, as there may be some color difference.
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