How to remove scratches from your car's bodywork
Not all scratches are the same: some disappear with a polish, others need touching up. Here is how to tell.
The fingernail test
Run your fingernail across the scratch: if it doesn't catch, it's superficial and can often be polished out. If it catches, it has reached the colour and needs touching up.
Surface scratches
They only affect the clear coat: paint correction usually removes them.
Deep scratches and gouges
When you can see the colour layer or the metal, it needs filler, custom-matched paint and clear coat. Send a photo and we'll tell you what's needed.
FAQ
Do toothpaste or DIY tricks work?
Only on very light scratches and only for a while: on real scratches you risk making it worse. A proper polish is better.
How much does it cost to remove a scratch?
It depends on depth and length: send us a photo for a free estimate.
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