How to Repair Scratches on Car Surfaces?

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LeTravis
07/24/25 12:13am
There are three methods to repair scratches on car surfaces: 1. Touch-up Pen Method: Use a paint pen of a similar color to cover the scratched area. This method is simple but the paint adhesion is poor, making it prone to peeling and not long-lasting. 2. Spray Painting Method: Use traditional touch-up paint to repair the scratches. The downside is that it damages a larger area of the original paint, takes longer to repair, and the results are not particularly good. 3. Computerized Paint Mixing and Spraying Method: This is a deep scratch repair technique that combines computerized paint mixing with new technological methods. It is a quick repair technique but requires accurate color matching, minimizing the repair area, and after treatment with special solvents, it allows the new and old paint to blend better.
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DeLeo
08/10/25 8:00pm
I've repaired quite a few minor scratches on my car at home, and it feels quite rewarding. For lighter scratches, it's actually not difficult to fix. First, wash the car with warm water and clean the affected area, then apply some scratch repair wax and gently polish it with a soft cloth to remove the thin layer of coating marks. If the scratch is deeper and exposes the primer, you'll need to use fine sandpaper dipped in water to slowly smooth it out, then fill in the color with a touch-up pen. It's best to do this on a cloudy day because strong sunlight can affect the repair results. When parking, be careful not to brush against branches or sharp objects, and regularly waxing your car can help prevent new scratches. If the scratch is too long or too deep, it's better to take it to a repair shop and let a professional handle it to avoid damaging the paint and affecting the appearance. Repairing scratches requires patience—don't rush or scrub too hard, take your time for a more natural result.
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