What to Do When Car Paint is Scratched?
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Here are the methods to deal with scratched car paint: 1. If the paint is scratched but the damage is not severe, the scratched area is not deformed, and the affected area is not large, you can purchase a paint pen matching the car's color to touch up the scratched spot to prevent rusting where the metal is exposed. 2. If the paint is severely scratched, with large areas and lengths of damage, and obvious deformation, it is recommended to go to a repair shop for panel beating and paint repair. If the vehicle has scratch insurance or collision insurance, you can contact the insurance company for a claim to avoid additional repair costs. 3. If the scratched area is very uneven, you can cover it with a decorative sticker to conceal the scratch and add some flair to the car.
Don't panic if your car paint gets scratched. Let me teach you how to handle different situations. For minor scratches that haven't exposed the primer, just buy a touch-up pen in the same color code and dab it on yourself—it'll cost you just over ten yuan. If the metal layer is exposed, quickly apply anti-rust primer to prevent rust from worsening. For deeper scratches, it's recommended to go to a professional paint shop where they have color-matching equipment for precise color blending. Before painting, make sure the technician properly sands the surface; otherwise, the new paint won't adhere well. After painting, let it dry for at least two days before exposing it to water—I once rushed to wash my car and ended up with water stains. For daily parking, try to avoid bushes and narrow alleys, and keep a quick-drying touch-up pen in your car—it's always good to be prepared.
