DIY Car Scratch Repairs

Time takes it’s toll on everything, whether it be the grey in your hair, the bags wrinkles on your forehead or the scratches on your vehicle.  So what do you do?  Dye your hair?  Get botox?  Thankfully no drastic measures are needed to get your car back to showroom condition.  Just a little basic maintenance can go a long way!

The following can help you deal with dents and scratches.

Chamois and wash:

These are used to get rid of the faint scratch marks that are easily removable. Wash the scratched portion with soap and water, then use a chamois to get the scratch marks off it. Eventually the light scratches will vanish after repeated scrubbing of the surface.

Scratch Remover:

Scratch remover can be used.. It is made from ingredients that are very strong. It is gentle on the paint and very harsh on the scratches. It can be applied on the scratches or the scratch marks and after that the surface of the car can be rubbed with the help of a car chamois.

Car Wax:

Car wax is also very often used for polishing vehicles and fixing scratches. Some amount of wax is applied on the scratch surface and then has to be rubbed firmly so that the scratch vanishes. Polishing the car after that will give it a very attractive look.

Sandpaper and Paint:

When there are rough edges on the paint due to scratches, sandpaper can be used to make the rough edges smooth. Once smooth the area can be painted to give it a new look removing all traces of the scratch that was there earlier.

There are a number of other methods used to remove scratches from cars, but these basic and easy to master techniques should allow you to keep your vehicle looking in top condition.

Alternatively, for a professional opinion call JOE WOODHOUSE @ SCUFFS ‘N’ SCRATCHES 0151 493 2600 OR 07802 348096 OR VISIT www.scuffsnscratches.co.uk

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Car scratch repair

Frustrating as they may be, no matter how careful you are when it comes to your car scratches are largely unavoidable.  However, when it comes to car abrasions, there are so many things you can do. There are various car scratch repair options that you can choose from.

Provided the graze is not too deep then using a touch up paint can readily eliminate the scratch. If there are deep scratches it is best to contact a car body repair shop and let the experts do the job for you.  Using their specialist knowledge they will skilfully apply paint to conceal all the scratches and make them disappear completely. Advanced colour blending techniques ensure the right colour for your car and make it look as if there are no scratches at all.

With an expert car body repair shop you can rest assured that all your car needs will be taken care of.  You do not have to wait for weeks and months before repairing your vehicle. You will be glad to see your car looking as good as new again. Scuffs N Scratches are experts in the car repair industry and guarantee total customer satisfaction. Additionally, they offer a variety of other services that you might need in the future such as dent repairs, bumper repairs, alloy wheel repairs, interior upholstery repairs (including leather), and windscreen repairs.

For all your car repair needs, contact Scuffs N Scratches.

0151 493 2600 or 07802 348096 or visit www.scuffsnscratches.co.uk

SCUFFS ‘N’ SCRATCHES LTD – 60-61 LOVE LANE, LIVERPOOL, L3 7DD

HONEST, PROFESSIONAL & RELIABLE SERVICE SINCE 1996

Should I visit my dealership for car body repairs?

Many car dealerships will have a body shop but they are not part of the factory trained service technician group. They are just like other body shop out there.  They are perfectly capable of carrying out any work needed, but beware – there is a cost!

For a major repair, the canny customer we get a few estimates then ask a couple of questions to help decide which repair shop should carry out the work.  Two key questions to ask are:

• How long is the warranty?
• Does my insurance cover work carried out here?

Possibly the most important thing to remember is that most dealerships tend to use car body repair shops instead of their own staff as it tends to be easier (and cheaper) for them to have the car taken away.  In essence, by taking your car to the dealership you are actually getting the job done by the repair shop up the road and paying a premium to the dealership as a ‘handling fee’.

Why not cut out the middle man and contact the Liverpool’s leading auto-body repair shop direct?  At Scuffs N Scratches we have over 15 years experience carrying out repair work for Jaguar, Audi, BMW, Vauxhall, Ford and Toyota.  Save yourself some money and call us today.

FOR A FREE QUOTATION, CALL JOE ON 0151 493 2600 OR 07802 348096

Guidelines for dealing with Car body repairs

Have you recently been in some type of an accident? Perhaps your vehicle has been neglected of late and requires a little attention. Whatever your reason for deciding to have some repair work carried out there are a number of factors you need to take into consideration.  Make use of the following guidelines to help you accomplish your goal.

1. Coordinate with your insurance company.

The first thing to do is coordinate with your insurance company regarding your policy and check whether or not it covers the damages to your vehicle. Also ask for the amount they can cover and your deductibles for the auto body repairs your vehicle needs.

2.  Consider your budget.

Before taking any further step, you need to consider your financial capacity and how much you are willing to spend on auto body repairs. Know how much you can afford in addition to the amount covered by your insurance company.

3.  Know what type of auto body repairs you need.

Having been recently involved in a car accident with either small or big damages, you might need more than one type of auto body repairs. Services for auto body repairs varies from scratches, stone chips, dents, cracked bumpers, bumper scuffs, mirror casings, scuffed auto paintwork, etc. Knowing the type of body repair you need can help you greatly in finding the company which best suits your auto body repairs needs.

4.  Find a reliable auto-body repairer

There are vast number of auto body repairs providers in any big city and without asking around you wouldn’t know which one is the best. Make sure you do the following:

• Do a background check, looking for reliable data which gives you detail of the services they offer as well as their reputation.
• Get information on their prices.
• Make sure you ask whether or not they accept insurance work – not all companies do!
• Get an estimate of the cost and timescale of the work to be done, and compare with other companies.
• Finally get a written quote for the work to be carried out

SCUFFS N SCRATCHES ARE LIVERPOOL-BASED CAR BODY REPAIR SPECIALISTS.

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Car repair tips for Car body rust

Moisture + oxygen + metal = rust. 

Rust is an unavoidable hazard of car ownership, but unless you are a qualified body repair mechanic trying to fix it yourself can result in a spot on your vehicle that looks even worse than the rust itself. Few of us have the materials, tools, spray painting equipment or talent needed to do a professional looking job.

Any spot of rust that you encounter on your vehicle should not be ignored, and it will only get worse with time. By fixing the problem when it is small, it is not only a much easier job, it is less expensive.

Buy now or pay later

When it comes to rust damage then prevention is better than cure.  Spray coatings that help to prevent rust in the first place are a sound investment, and can protect your vehicle (and your wallet) from further damage for many years.By having this car body repair done in the early days wil save you money in the long run.

CALL US FOR QUOTATION ON 07802348096 or 0151 4932600 or visit www.scuffsnscratches.co.uk

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