Should Minor Scratches on a New Car Be Polished?
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Scratches can indeed be removed through polishing. Polishing involves the high-speed rotation of a polishing wheel, which can grind away the oxidized layer and dirt on the car's paint surface, effectively eliminating minor scratches. However, it's important to note the frequency of polishing. Frequent polishing can, to some extent, damage the car's paint. As the paint is continuously ground down, it becomes thinner, reducing the car's ability to maintain itself. Below is additional information on scratch polishing: 1. If a new car develops scratches, polishing is an option, especially for minor scratches. The paint can still withstand it. However, it's recommended to use wax instead, specifically abrasive wax. The special grinding particles in abrasive wax can also remove scratches, and compared to polishing, waxing is less likely to harm the new car's paint and is a more reassuring option. 2. If the scratches are deep and reach the primer or metal layer, the paint should first be repaired. After the paint has fully hardened, a detailed polishing process can be performed. New car paint is of high quality and less prone to oxidation, so regular maintenance is sufficient, and polishing isn't necessary. For older cars, typically after 3-5 years when the paint begins to age, polishing can help restore the paint's shine.
