Have you scuffed up your paint job? We’ve all been there. Scuffs on your car don’t look great and can lower the value of your vehicle. Luckily, you can easily fix this issue yourself, rather than paying a body shop to have a pro take care of the problem.
How do you remove paint scuffs on your car?
ChrisFix explains that you can use rubbing compound and scratch remover or a combination of Mr. Clean Magic Eraser and WD-40 to remove paint transfer from your car. You should also use car wax to protect the area after you’ve removed the transfer.
YouTube car expert ChrisFix breaks down exactly how to remove scuffs on your car in his video, and we’ve broken down his advice into a convenient text format below. Check out these key points to help you get the scuffs off your vehicle in no time.
What’s the Best Way to Remove Paint Scuffs from Your Car?
The concept of paint transfer is exactly what it sounds like: it occurs when another car hits or brushes against your car, and some of the paint from that car adheres to your car.
There are three layers of paint on your car: a primer, a base coat, and a clear coat. Usually, paint transfer is embedded in the clear coat.
If the paint transfer is minor, you may be able to remove it using rubbing compound and scratch remover. Buffing with a microfiber towel and these products may remove any light paint transfer.
If the paint transfer is more severe, you’ll first need to soften the paint with WD-40. After softening the paint transfer, you can use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser soaked in warm water (a mild abrasive) to remove the transfer, and then you should wash the area with soapy water and a cloth to remove any residue. Follow the grain of the damage as you scrub—this will reduce the likelihood that you’ll cause any further damage.
You can also lubricate the surface with detailer, and scrub it with a clay bar to pick up any impurities after you’ve removed all visible paint transfer.
Regardless of the removal method you use, be sure to apply wax over the area to protect the repair.
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