How to Repair Scratches on Car Interior Plastic?

[ElleLee]

If the scratched area is smooth, first use sandpaper to roughen it, then clean it thoroughly. Apply shoe polish for coloring, let it dry slightly, and then apply silicone rubber, spreading it evenly. After about 10 minutes, gently press with a towel to create a matte effect. Check multiple times, and if it becomes smooth, press again with the towel.

[TuckerMarie]

Last time I found that scratches on the dashboard could be fixed with a hairdryer! Hold the hot air about 20 centimeters away and slowly blow it over the scratched area. The plastic will slightly expand and rebound when heated, making shallow scratches visibly fade. If heating doesn’t work, try an interior repair pen—just remember to remove any debris from the scratch before applying, and ensure the color code matches the interior perfectly. After application, let it sit for half an hour before polishing in circular motions with a suede cloth. Always keep a bottle of alcantara cleaner in the trunk—it’s super handy for removing sticky residue. Oh, and for high-friction areas like the back of the steering wheel, spraying some dashboard wax periodically is a smarter way to prevent new scratches.