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What to Do If a Small Piece of Car Paint Chips Off?

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DiAaliyah
07/29/2025, 03:37:50 AM

Wipe the repair area clean with a towel, wrap sandpaper around a sponge holder, and use water to smooth out any raised areas. Fill the dented area with body filler. After the filler dries (approximately two hours), use sandpaper with water to sand the filled area. Use masking tape to cover areas that should not be painted with newspaper or tape. Prepare for painting by attaching the paint pen to the spray can and testing the color. If the paint pen solution is too thick or the color is too dark, use a dropper to add thinner to the paint pen. Pay attention to the color transition when spraying. Prepare clear coat by removing the paint pen and dropper, then attach the clear coat to the spray can. Spray it on the repaired area, wait 1 to 2 minutes, and then remove the newspaper.

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