Have you ever glanced at your ride and noticed scratches all over it? And did you then just accept the fact that your car was going to look like that forever? Or maybe you tried to cover them up with a coat of paint, but they would always show up again.
Well, what if our experts at Mike Patton CDJR told you there is a way to remove scratches from cars permanently? It’s true! And in this post, our experts are going to teach you how to do it. Stay tuned!
Car Scratches – Why & How?
Before we get into how to remove scratches from cars, let’s first look at why they happen and how you can prevent them.
Scratches on your car can come from several different things. For example, the branches can leave marks on your car if you accidentally brush up against a tree or bush while driving. Or, if you park in a garage or lot that has concrete floors, over time, the concrete can start to wear away at your car’s paint job and cause scratches.
You might also find that birds like to use your car as a perch, and their talons can also leave scratches. And of course, if you ever get into an accident (even a minor one), that can also cause scratches.
Let’s Fix Them Permanently
Well, now that we know some of the main causes of scratches, let’s look at how you can remove them.
Depending on how deep they are, there are various and unique ways to remove scratches from your car. If the scratch is just surface level, you can use polish or wax to try and buff it out. For deep scratches, you might need to use a rubbing compound. And for the deepest scratches, you might need to repaint the affected area.
1. Fixing Surface-Level Scratches
If you want to try and remove surface-level scratches yourself:
- Start by washing and drying the area around the scratch.
- Apply a small amount of polish or wax to the scratch and rub it in using a circular motion.
- Once the polish or wax is applied, use a clean, soft cloth to buff out the scratch.
2. Fixing Deeper Scratches
If the car scratch is deeper than the surface level, you’ll need to use a rubbing compound.
- Start by generously applying the rubbing compound to the scratch using a clean, soft cloth.
- Rub the compound into the scratch using a circular motion.
- Once you’ve applied the compound, use a different clean, soft cloth to buff out the scratch.
3. Fixing White Scratches
If the scratch is white, only the clear coat has likely been damaged. To fix this type of scratch:
- Start by applying a small amount of car wax to the scratch.
- Rub the wax into the scratch using a circular motion.
- Once you’ve applied the wax, use a clean, soft cloth to buff out the scratch.
Mike Patton CDJR, serving Lone Oak, GA, has a team of highly trained professionals that can help you with any of your car care needs! We want to ensure that your car is running smoothly and looking its best, so bring it to our service center today!
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