How To Fix Car Paint Chips?

Wash the area with car soap and water

Dry the surface completely

Remove dirt, wax, and grease with rubbing alcohol or wax remover

Sand the chipped area lightly with fine-grit sandpaper

Clean away sanding dust

Apply primer if bare metal is exposed

Let the primer dry fully

Apply matching touch-up paint in thin layers

Let each layer dry before adding the next

Build the paint up until it is level with the surrounding area

Apply clear coat if needed

Let the repair cure completely

Wet sand lightly if necessary to smooth the finish

Polish the area to blend the repair

Wax the area after the paint has fully cured

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