{"id":4342,"date":"2020-07-14T17:22:24","date_gmt":"2020-07-14T17:22:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/?p=4342"},"modified":"2023-01-03T04:17:22","modified_gmt":"2023-01-03T04:17:22","slug":"how-to-remove-scratches-from-your-cars-paint","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/how-to-remove-scratches-from-your-cars-paint\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove Scratches from Your Car&#8217;s Paint"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Paint scratches can be an unavoidable part of owning a car. Whether it is due to poor washing, or other motorists coming into contact with your vehicle, they are something you would rather not have on your car. Throughout this article, we will look at how to remove scratches from your car&#8217;s paint, but first,&nbsp;we need to understand how cars are painted.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0:not(.this-class-is-for-specificity):not(.class-is-for-specificity){margin-bottom:30px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px;border-bottom-left-radius:3px;box-shadow:2px 2px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);max-width:448px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:20px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;}}<\/style>\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Modern cars have three levels of paint. The first layer is the primer layer, which is sprayed onto the metal panels. On top of the primer is sprayed the colour coat, this is the layer that gives the car the colour. On top of this layer is the clear coat. This is the thickest layer on the car. It is a hard clear layer that gives UV protection to the colour coat, as well as giving gloss to the car.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_c974e2-f9 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_c974e2-f9\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Paint-Defects-e1521820861567.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Paint-Defects-e1521820861567.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Paint-Defects-e1521820861567-600x511.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Paint is very thin. A typical depth for the combined layers would be between 100 and 200 microns. That is between one-tenth and one-fifth of a millimetre, so there is not very much room to work with.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you want to properly remove paint scratches, they must be in the clear coat. If a scratch goes any deeper, you will not be able to polish it out. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A good but not perfect way of telling if a scratch can be polished out is to run your finger across the scratch. If you feel your finger catching on the scratch, it is probably too deep to polish out completely, however, improvements can still be made.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_67169c-d6 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_67169c-d6 size-full wp-image-4350\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-08.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-08.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-08-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-08-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-08-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-08-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-08-788x591.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-08-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption>Before<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_2b1909-2a .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_2b1909-2a size-full wp-image-4351\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-07.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-07.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-07-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-07-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-07-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-07-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-07-788x591.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-07-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption>After<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Another way you can tell is by spraying water on the panel. If the scratch temporarily disappears, there is a good chance it will be a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/how-to-remove-wax-sealant-and-ceramic-coating-from-your-car\/\">clear coat scratch and can be removed<\/a>. If the scratch does appear to be down into the paint, it will need body shop attention to appear perfect again. However, some scratches like this can be minimised.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4c12cc-f2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4c12cc-f2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_4c12cc-f2\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4c12cc-f2 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_4c12cc-f2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_4c12cc-f2\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading_4c12cc-f2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_4c12cc-f2\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Clean and Prepare the Surface&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is important to be working on a completely clean surface before attempting to remove any scratches. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">First, completely wash and dry the vehicle using the safe wash method.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Next, carry out a three-stage decontamination. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-tar-remover\/\">Start with tar removal<\/a>, next move to iron fallout removal, and finally clay bar the area you will be polishing. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Carrying out these important steps at the start ensures that no grit will be trapped in your polishing pad, which could, in turn, be ground into the paint.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Next tape off any areas you do not want to get polish on, including rubber seals, plastic trim, and door handles.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_aa3b2b-b4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_aa3b2b-b4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_aa3b2b-b4\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_aa3b2b-b4 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_aa3b2b-b4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_aa3b2b-b4\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading_aa3b2b-b4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_aa3b2b-b4\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/OWY3k3O\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Paint Depth Gauges<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you are looking to improve your machine polishing game, a very useful tool is a paint depth gauge. This gives you a reading of how much paint there is between the surface and the metal. While only the most expensive gauges will tell you how thick each layer is, you can easily find out how much clearcoat you have to work with. Most gauges will give you a measurement of microns, that is, thousandths of millimetres.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">First, ensure the surfaces are clean and free of any waxes or sealants. Take a few measurements on each panel, noting these down. You can then average these per panel. Then measure the paint on the door sill. The manufacturer will use the least clearcoat here, as it will not be exposed to the same conditions the rest of the car will be. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Take the door sill value away from the panel average to give you an estimate of how much \u2018extra\u2019 clearcoat there is. Say the panel average is 130 microns and the door sill readings average 90 microns. This will indicate you have approximately 40 microns of clear coat to work with.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_f0fb7e-19 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_f0fb7e-19\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/OWY3k3O\" class=\"kb-advanced-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow sponsored\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"375\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-09.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-09.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-09-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-09-788x1050.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-09-600x800.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is not a fool-proof method but will give a good indication as to the paint levels on the car. If these numbers are very close, it may be best not to machine polish, for fear of burning through the clear coat.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Gauges come in many different price brackets, but this is a tried and tested product used by many detailers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B00MNEAMPE\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3749\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Digital CEM Paint Coating Thickness Meter Gauge 1250um  49.2mils  with USB &#038; CD Software F\/NF Probe Sensor 400 Memory Ferrous &#038; Non-Ferrous Metal Ideal for Laboratory\/Automobile\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B00MNEAMPE?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Digital CEM Paint Coating Thickness Meter Gauge 1250um (49.2mils) with USB &#038; CD Software, F\/NF Probe Sensor, 400 Memory, Ferrous &#038; Non-Ferrous Metal, Ideal for Laboratory\/Automobile\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41dgEKuY3uL.jpg\" alt=\"Digital CEM Paint Coating Thickness Meter Gauge 1250um (49.2mils) with USB &#038; CD Software, F\/NF Probe Sensor, 400 Memory, Ferrous &#038; Non-Ferrous Metal, Ideal for Laboratory\/Automobile\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B00MNEAMPE?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Digital CEM Paint Coating Thickness Meter Gauge 1250um (49.2mils) with USB &#038; CD Software, F\/NF Probe Sensor, 400 Memory, Ferrous &#038; Non-Ferrous Metal, Ideal for Laboratory\/Automobile\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Digital CEM Paint Coating Thickness Meter Gauge 1250um (49.2mils) with USB &#038; CD Software, F\/NF Probe Sensor, 400 Memory, Ferrous &#038; Non-Ferrous Metal, Ideal for Laboratory\/Automobile        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>0~1250\u00b5m \/ 0~49.2mils Coating Thickness Range with Selectable F &#038; NF Sensor Probe<\/li><li>USB interface for PC software to transfer collected data to computer, 400 memory readings with delete functions and Auto-Power-Off function can be&#8230;<\/li><li>Magnetic and Eddy Current Working Principle, Single and Continuous Measuring mode<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n            \n            \n                    <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon rounded shadow aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-amazon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B00MNEAMPE?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Check Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I don\u2019t think a depth gauge is a must, but it is certainly a handy tool that will give you peace of mind when polishing your paint.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e7a79b-79, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e7a79b-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e7a79b-79\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e7a79b-79 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e7a79b-79[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e7a79b-79\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading_e7a79b-79 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e7a79b-79\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/m3uPFHs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">How to Remove Scratches from Your Car&#8217;s Paint by Hand<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hand polishing will be the option most people will use to remove scratches in their paintwork. It is the least aggressive option, but with the right products can still produce acceptable results. It will only be effective for very fine scratches over a small area. For slightly deeper scratches, a machine polisher will probably be needed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_d669cd-d2 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_d669cd-d2\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/m3uPFHs\" class=\"kb-advanced-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow sponsored\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-5936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0-788x525.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Meguiars-Scratch-X-2.0-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You\u2019ll need a polishing compound. 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Machine polishers usually come in two different forms; rotary or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-dual-action-polishers-for-beginners\/\">dual action<\/a>. A rotary polisher spins on one axis, giving a much faster cut. The downside to these machines is that they are not suitable for beginners, as they can cut through clearcoat if not used properly. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-rotary-polishers\/\">More on rotary polishers<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The other type of polisher is a dual action polisher. These spin in a figure of eight motion. Heat does not build up anywhere near as fast as on a rotary, making them suitable for both beginners and professionals. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-dual-action-polishers\/\">More on dual action polishers.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_7bbe35-94, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_7bbe35-94[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_7bbe35-94\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_7bbe35-94 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_7bbe35-94[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_7bbe35-94\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_7bbe35-94 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_7bbe35-94\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Using a Rotary Polisher<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When using a rotary polisher, select a polishing pad and a cutting compound. 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You should practice on this before attempting to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-car-polish\/\">polish on your car<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Add a few drops of polish onto the pad and spread this around the panel with the machine off. Turn the machine on and spread the polish using the lowest speed setting, bump the speed up to about half of the maximum speed. Slowly move the pad over the area, keeping the pad level. Ensure you don\u2019t leave the machine over one place; it should always be moving.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Once the polish has gone clear after a few passes, stop and wipe away any residue. You can repeat a few more times until you see the scratch has gone away but be careful not to polish too much or you could burn through the clearcoat. Remember if you could feel the scratch with your fingernail, it will be too deep to polish out, so do not keep polishing until it does.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After this cutting pass, you\u2019ll need to refine the paint. Polishing with a rotary can leave holograms in the paint, which are very noticeable on a bright day. These can easily be removed using a finishing polish and pad. 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Light marks of usage, swirls, unwanted hologram effects, uneven&#8230;<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n            \n            \n            <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/aawp\/assets\/img\/icon-check-prime.svg\" height=\"16\" width=\"55\" alt=\"Amazon Prime\" \/>        <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon rounded shadow aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-amazon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B01DGUULV8?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"Check Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Check Price On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Follow a similar process as before, only you can use an even lower speed setting for the finishing stage. Wipe away the polish to reveal a deep glossy shine.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_a8ba9a-7a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_a8ba9a-7a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_a8ba9a-7a\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_a8ba9a-7a mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_a8ba9a-7a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_a8ba9a-7a\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_a8ba9a-7a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_a8ba9a-7a\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Using a Dual Action Polisher<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As mentioned, a dual action machine will be much better suited to beginners to machine polishing. You can use the same pads and polishes as mentioned in the above section. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apply half a dozen or so small drops to the polishing pad and spread on a low speed. You can then bump up the speed to a maximum and complete overlapping passes. I find 5 passes to be sufficient to break down to fully work the abrasive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Wipe with a clean cloth and inspect your work. You might have to polish the section more than once to notice an improvement.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For more help with using a machine polisher, this video is an excellent crash course.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zm62usnRycU\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The dual action polisher will not inflict holograms like the rotary polisher, but for best results, it\u2019s best to use a finishing polish for added gloss.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_43197d-cc, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_43197d-cc[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_43197d-cc\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_43197d-cc mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_43197d-cc[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_43197d-cc\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_43197d-cc wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_43197d-cc\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/nPDR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Wet Sanding<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Two words that sound like they shouldn\u2019t go together are \u2018car paint\u2019 and \u2018sandpaper\u2019, but using a fine grade of sandpaper can be a great way to remove scratches, as well as greatly improve the shine of your paint. If you\u2019ve done some woodwork, you\u2019ll consider 300 grit to be fine-grit sandpaper. In paint correction, however, you\u2019ll want to be using between 2500 and 7000 grit sandpaper. 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You\u2019ll find it helpful to have a spray bottle filled with only water to hand as well. Wrap the sandpaper around a sponge, even a cut up car washing sponge will work. I normally start with 3000-grit, but you can start finer and see if this produces the results you want. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Soak the surface and the paper before beginning to sand the surface. Use light pressure and glide the paper across the scratch. Continue to add water and rinse the sandpaper out frequently. With wet sanding, the scratch should disappear fairly quickly, if it does not, this might be a good time to stop.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_3db049-16 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_3db049-16\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-06.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-06.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-06-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-06-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-06-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-06-2048x1151.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-06-788x442.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-06-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rinse away any residue using running water and dry the surface. You\u2019ll notice the surface will have gone cloudy; this is perfectly normal. Move up to 5000 grit sandpaper and repeat the above process.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_9bc403-16 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_9bc403-16\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-05.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-05.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-05-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-05-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-05-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-05-2048x1151.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-05-788x442.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-05-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With the 5000-grit stage completed, we can move to polishing. Use your machine polisher to polish the paint, following the steps above. You will probably need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/menzerna-300-super-heavy-cut-compound-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">heavy cutting compound , like Menzerna 300 <\/a>to fully remove all the sanding marks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04-2048x1151.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04-788x442.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-04-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-10.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"375\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-10.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-10.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-10-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-10-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-10-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-10-788x1050.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-10-600x800.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_70ab23-5b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_70ab23-5b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_70ab23-5b\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_70ab23-5b mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_70ab23-5b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_70ab23-5b\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_70ab23-5b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_70ab23-5b\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Protection<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With the scratch removed, it is important to add some form of wax or sealant to the surface of the paint. There are hundreds of options available to you here, but you can check out our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-car-wax\/\">our favourite waxes<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6fa77a-1a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6fa77a-1a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6fa77a-1a\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6fa77a-1a mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6fa77a-1a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6fa77a-1a\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading_6fa77a-1a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6fa77a-1a\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Touch Up Deeper Scratches<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As we mentioned at the start, some scratches will be too deep to polish out of the paintwork. You can take these to a body shop, but if you want to save yourself some cash, you could try a paint touch-up kit.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">These can normally be found at your local automotive paint shop, but we have had very positive experiences using Chipex kits. These come with everything you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/?p=5022\">touch up stone chips<\/a> and some deeper scratches, as well as full instructions on how to use the kit.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You\u2019ll need to find your car\u2019s paint code, but Chipex can direct you on how to find this. First, wash the car as normal. You should then wipe the scratch with some rubbing alcohol or panel wipe to remove any oils or old waxes, these will inhibit the paint from bonding. The kit comes with a solution to allow you to do this.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you are using a normal touch-up kit, brush a small amount of product into the scrape, adding more if necessary. Be careful not to apply too much product, as this might result in noticeable high spots.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When the paint dries, it may be necessary to wet sand and polish the surface to level the touch-up. If you are happy with the results, leave the paint alone for a few weeks before applying a wax or sealant, as the paint will need time to gas off.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_4520c9-0c .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_4520c9-0c size-full wp-image-4354\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"281\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-02.jpg 281w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-02-575x1024.jpg 575w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-02-768x1366.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-02-863x1536.jpg 863w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-02-1151x2048.jpg 1151w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-02-788x1402.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-02-600x1067.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 281px) 100vw, 281px\" \/><figcaption>Before<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_b4ad21-51 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_b4ad21-51 size-full wp-image-4355\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-4355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-01.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-01-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-01-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-01-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-01-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-01-788x591.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/How-to-Remove-Scratches-from-Your-Cars-Paint-01-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption>After<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Will WD-40 remove scratches from a car&#039;s paint?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>No, WD-40 will not remove scratches from paintwork. Some people have posted videos online of WD-40 seeming to remove scratches from paintwork. This is only a temporary fix, the oil fills the scratch, making it seem as though it as disappeared. In reality, after washing the scratch will reappear.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Can a magic eraser damage car paint?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, a magic eraser can be very abrasive and is not designed to be used on paint, so should be avoided.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>How do you remove scratches from a black car?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>You can use the same processes on black paint as any other colour. You should start using a polish either by hand or machine. If needed, you can move up to wet sanding to remove any stubborn scratches.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Paint scratches can be an unavoidable part of owning a car. Whether it is due to poor washing, or other motorists coming into contact with your vehicle, they are something you would rather not have on your car. 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