The occasional bump or scrape with tree branches or other vehicles is an unfortunate part of a driver’s life. No one likes having the pristine bodywork of their elegant Honda marred by car scratches or dents. If you notice unsightly scratches or disfiguring car dents on your paintwork one day, you can try the following effective solutions. And you can always visit your local Honda dealer to have a technician fix it.
What to Do if Your Honda Is Scratched or Dented in Bowie, MD?
Many shallow scratches can be repaired easily enough at home. If the scratch is so deep that it removes the paint’s bottom layer, revealing the metal beneath, then you’ll probably need a touchup of paintwork. But if only the upper layers of clearcoat and primer have been scratched away, you might want to try the following quick fixes.
Use Scratch Remover Cloth
You can buy scratch remover cloth at any auto parts shop. These cloths are made of an abrasive material filled with metal powdering. They work wonders on light scratches. Just rub at the scratch until it begins to diminish. Make sure you follow the directions that come with the scratch remover cloth.
Use a Scratch Remover Compound Polish
Slightly deeper scratches can often be smoothed away with a suitable compound polish. These products contain polishing agents with wax and clear polymers which fill shallow abrasions. Research which polish would work best for your car’s brand and model, and follow the rubbing instructions for that specific polish.
Use a Car Scratch Repair Pen
These handy little pens resemble highlighter pens with a wide flat nib. Instead of ink, they apply a hardening lacquer to the scratch that fills in the scraped-away clearcoat and primer.
Before using a scratch repair pen, as with any bodywork job, clean the area well. Then, draw slowly over the scratch. Wait a few minutes for the lacquer to dry; your scratch should have disappeared. Deeper scratches might require a few more layers.
How to Fix Car Dents
Dents can be trickier to fix at home, but it might be worth a try. You need to grip the metal somehow and pull it outward. A suction cup dent removal kit will usually be your best bet.
Before applying the suction cup, heat the metal with a blow dryer. This makes it more amenable to popping out. Then apply the cup and heave outward until the dent pops out.
Ask Your Honda Dealer to Demonstrate
If you’ve never fixed a dent before, asking a professional to show you how is a good idea. Someone at your local dealership might be happy to help. Ask them if they’ll demonstrate using your dent removal kit so you can repeat the process in the future.
Have dents or scratches repaired today at DARCARS Honda of Bowie. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is ready to help with all your vehicle needs.
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