How to Fix a Dented Bumper?

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McTanner
07/28/25 3:18pm
You can pop out the dented area by heating it. Once the dent returns to its original shape, immediately cool the area that was just heated with hot water by applying cold water, allowing the rubber to contract and restore. The force generated by hot water expansion alone is far from sufficient to lift and repair the dent, so external force is needed at this point. Dent repair tools happen to meet this requirement perfectly.
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DiNorah
08/11/25 10:49pm
Sigh, I found out that if the bumper is dented, you can actually try to fix it at home. Pour hot water on it or use a hairdryer to heat it up, soften the plastic, and then slowly pull it out with a toilet plunger or a professional suction cup tool. Be careful not to burn yourself. Last time, I had a small dent on my own car, and I tried this method. It only took a few minutes to fix, and it worked pretty well for shallow dents. But if the dent is deep, pulling too hard might crack the bumper or cause the paint to peel, and then you'd have to take it to a shop. Parking farther away from walls can also help reduce such mishaps. The key is that small dents can be DIY, but for bigger problems, don't take risks—get a professional to check it out. Safety first.
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