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How to fix scratches on your car the easy way
No matter how well you maintain your car , minor scratches are bound to happen . The good news is that there ’ s an easy way to fix them , and you don ’ t have to be an auto body technician . Here ’ s what you ’ ll need from your local auto parts store :
• A can of clear coat
• Polishing compound
• Fine sandpaper
• Touch-up paint
• A clean cloth
• Car wax
• Soap
Guide
Follow these steps to eliminate scratches :
- Wash your car with soap and water , especially around the damaged areas you want to fix . Dry it thoroughly . The products will adhere better to a clean vehicle .
- Using fine-grit sandpaper , sand the scratched areas until the paint is level with the deepest part of the scratch .
- Find the paint shade that matches your car exactly . Distribute it evenly with a cotton swab . Allow the paint to dry completely .
- Sand the touchup paint until it ’ s smooth and level with the surrounding area .
- Apply a layer of clear coat , and let it dry for 10 minutes . Apply another layer of clear coat and wait an hour to let it dry completely .
- Sand the area with finegrit sandpaper and apply the polishing compound . Dab a small amount on a clean cloth and apply it using a circular motion to make the area smooth .
- Apply car wax to the painted area to make it shine and protect the paint .
If you don ’ t have the time to fix the scratches on your car , visit your local auto body repair shop . n
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