What to Do When Car Paint Gets Scratched White?

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DiJason
07/25/25 3:27pm
Methods to deal with scratched car paint: 1. For minor scratches, simply apply wax. 2. If there are visible scratches but the base paint is not damaged, clean the paint surface first, then use a soft towel dipped in toothpaste to wipe back and forth, and finally wipe it off with a clean towel. 3. If the base paint is scratched but the primer is not damaged, clean the surface thoroughly and then apply wax and polish, repeating the process several times. 4. If the scratch has reached the primer, clean it first, then use a touch-up pen to cover the metal completely, let it dry, and then apply wax and polish. If you don't have a touch-up pen, toothpaste can be used instead. 5. If the scratch has reached the metal and rust has started to form, use fine sandpaper to sand the rusted area, remove the rust, and smooth out the scratch. Then clean it, use a touch-up pen to cover the metal completely, let it dry, and then apply wax and polish. If you don't have a touch-up pen, toothpaste can be applied instead. 6. For large areas where the primer is exposed, it is recommended to repaint.
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