What to Do When Car Paint Gets Scratched?
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The solutions for scratched car paint are: 1. Use a mixture of soap, appropriate amount of ammonia, and turpentine to apply and wipe the scratched area; 2. Repeatedly stick and peel transparent tape on the paint; 3. Use essential balm to wipe the paint; 4. Use an eraser to rub off the paint; 5. Use a cleaner to wipe the paint; 6. Use a hair dryer to dry the paint and then scrape it off with a thin blade. The functions of car paint are: 1. Protect the car from erosion by various corrosive media in the atmosphere; 2. Decorate the car; 3. Identify the type of car; 4. Improve the comfort and sealing of the car, preventing noise caused by vibration.
Last time my car got a deep scratch on the door, and my heart sank. I immediately took out my phone to look up solutions and found that if the damage is shallow, you can fix it yourself. First, clean the damaged area, then gently sand it with toothpaste or fine sandpaper to remove burrs. Next, use a touch-up pen dipped in matching paint to cover the scratch and wait for it to dry. The repair turned out okay and cost less than 100 yuan. However, if the paint layer is severely damaged, exposing the metal, rust prevention is necessary—apply primer before repairing, or it will rust and corrode over time. This method works well for small scratches, and handy people can save a lot of trouble. The tools are all available online, but be careful not to damage the original paint. The whole process requires patience; otherwise, uneven application will make it harder to fix. Spending some time on the weekend to get it done saves you the hassle of queuing at a repair shop.
