What to Do When Car Paint Gets Scratched?

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LaSienna
07/29/25 1:14pm
Solutions for scratched car paint are: 1. If it's only a minor scratch and not deep, merely a surface-level paint scratch, you can repair the scratched paint by waxing; 2. If the scratch has reached the body paint layer and some of it has peeled off, you can try to repair it by applying touch-up paint yourself; 3. If the scratch has penetrated to the primer or even caused deformation, it may develop into rust if not treated promptly, requiring sheet metal repair. Car paint primarily serves to protect the vehicle body from corrosion and secondly enhances the car's aesthetic appeal. Car paints are categorized into solid colors, pearl finishes, metallic finishes, and solid paints.
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