Should Car Paint Scratches Be Repaired Immediately?
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New car scratches do not require immediate paint repair. Minor abrasions that do not expose the metal body are merely surface scratches that haven't reached the primer, making paint repair unnecessary. Unless the car's chassis is scratched or the surface layer has exposed the underlying primer, there's no need for repainting. Below are methods for protecting car paint: 1. Waxing: Waxing can be done directly or after polishing. Direct waxing involves cleaning the car body and applying wax directly to the clear coat on the paint surface, while polishing waxing requires using a polishing machine to polish the paint surface before waxing, which can instantly make the car shine. 2. Glazing: Due to the composition of glaze, it is not resistant to acid or alkaline cleaning and is easily damaged, typically lasting only 1-3 months. Additionally, glazing can harm the car paint, requiring reapplication every two to three months. 3. Crystal Coating: Crystal coating is a hard protective layer specifically designed for key areas such as car paint, seats, interior and exterior trim, glass, and tires. It comes in quick-drying and slow-drying types, mainly determined by its primary components. 4. Film Application: Automotive coating is a highly protective measure that can brighten the paint surface while also offering multiple benefits such as resistance to acids and alkalis, high temperature tolerance, strong waterproofing, oxidation resistance, and UV protection.
