What to Do When Car Paint Gets Scratched Off?
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When car paint gets scratched off, the steps to take are: 1. Clean the scratched area thoroughly; 2. Soak sandpaper in water, wrap it with a hard cotton cloth, and then sand the scratched area smooth with the wrapped sandpaper; 3. Use prepared tape and cloth to cover areas that do not need touch-up paint; 4. Shake the touch-up paint bottle up and down to apply the paint. Methods for maintaining the car paint surface include: 1. Remove dust from the car body promptly to minimize the adsorption of dust by static electricity; 2. Rinse off rain stains with clean water as soon as possible after rain to avoid damaging the paint surface; 3. Avoid washing the car under direct sunlight or high temperatures; 4. Use clean, soft cloths or sponges for wiping the car to prevent mixing in metal shavings and sand particles, which could leave scratches.
It's quite common to accidentally scratch off car paint while driving, and I've encountered it several times myself. For minor scratches, you can buy a touch-up paint pen from an auto parts store as a temporary fix. First, clean the damaged area with a damp cloth, wait until it's completely dry, and then apply a few thin layers. If the area is large, don't attempt a DIY fix—especially if the bare metal is exposed, as it's prone to rust. Check for yellow spots during your next car wash. It's best to visit a professional auto repair shop as soon as possible. The workers will first sand down the rough edges, apply a rust-proof primer, then spray on the topcoat, and finally bake and polish it. The repair will be nearly invisible afterward. When parking, try to avoid being too close to hedges or bushes, as branches can severely scratch the car paint.
