You may go to great lengths to avoid scratches, but sooner
or later, your car will bear the unavoidable marks. Scratches can spoil the
appearance of your car, and they reduce the resale value of your vehicle if not
properly removed.
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| easy ways to remove deep car scratch |
Step 1 - Wash the
Panel:
Wash the panel with soapy water. Choose a soap that is
gentle, yet strong enough to cut through any grime you have picked up from your
travels. Rinse and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth. It's best to repair the
scratch after the panel has been well cleaned.
Before you begin repairing a scratch on your car's paint,
you should be sure it is really a scratch, not simply a mark. Often what
appears to be a scratch may, in fact, may be only a removable mark. Washing the
area allows you to make that important distinction.
Plus, washing the area can tell you a lot about the damage
that exists on the vehicle. If you see the original color of the car under the
scratch, it means it’s merely surface damage, which is easily remedied. If you
see a white surface, that means it’s a
deeper issue that'll take some more TLC to fix.
Additionally, cleaning a surface completely will remove any
small particles which could get dragged across while polishing, resulting in
more damage.
Step 2 - Shoe Polish:
Use a soft cloth to apply some polish over the scratch. This
will allow you to sand down the paint around the scratch. Try not to exceed the
scratch level—if you do, you’ll cause more damage to the panel.
Step 3 - Sand the
Scratch:
Add two drops of liquid dish detergent into a bowl of cold
water. Mix the solution well. Dip 2000-3000 grit sandpaper into the bowl, and
then gently sand the affected area. The slippery solution will enhance the
action of the sandpaper. Use short, light strokes to sand until all the polish
disappears. You’ll have to re-dip the sandpaper in the soapy water as you work
for efficiency. Be sure to work over the entire length of the scratch.
Step 4 – Clean:
Brush all sand particles from the affected area with a soft
brush. A clean surface is vital before you proceed to the next stage.
Step 5 – Buff:
Use a washcloth to apply some rubbing compound on the
scratched area. Work in a circular motion. As you buff, a haze will be
produced. Use a terry cloth towel to lift the haze.
Step 6 – Wash:
Clean the mended area with plain water and a soft cloth.
Step 7 – Polish:
Work the area with a polishing wheel and compound. Once you
notice that the area has a uniform appearance with the rest of the panel, you
can stop polishing. Wipe the area with a soft cloth to prepare the surface for
paint or wax.
Step 8 – Paint:
In some cases, you may need to paint over the scratch to
completely fix the appearance of your car. This step will likely require an
item you don’t have on hand at your house—touch-up paint, which can come in
several forms, including markers and pens, which make it easy to precisely
touch up a mark. Careful application of touch-up paint can make car surfaces
look like new. If the paint you get does not come in a marker form, use a very
fine brush instead, and make sure the area is completely cleaned first.
If you need to get paint, ensure that it’s the exact shade
of your car’s original paint. Use your vehicle identification number to figure
out what paint you should buy from the automotive store. Let your work dry
overnight.
Step 9 – Shine:
When you're done polishing and/or painting, use a soft cloth
to apply car wax over the area. Rub the wax in a circular motion to create a
shine. Car wax acts as a protective layer, helping to prevent further
scratches. This final step will leave your car in good shape.
Note:
If you’re dealing with more of a raised mark than a scratch,
you can still use household items to get rid of the issue. Use a damp cloth
dipped in a bit of rubbing alcohol or adhesive remover, applying the cloth in a
circular motion. Once the mark is gone, repeat the process with a fresh cloth
that has been dampened with only water.
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