Guides to dent repair, paintless dent removal, scratches and choosing an appropriate repair method.
Compare body filler, metal reshaping and paintless dent repair by damage depth, paint condition, access and panel stretch, then see why the least invasive suitable method depends on the dent itself.
Spot dent repair suits selected small, localised damage, but paint condition, dent shape and tool access still matter. Learn when a focused repair is reasonable and when broader panel work is needed.
Paintless dent repair can preserve sound factory paint, while panel beating suits damage that needs broader reshaping and refinishing. Compare the methods by paint condition, metal stretch, access, cost factors and expected finish.
Learn how a body shop assesses dents and scratches, chooses PDR, polishing or repainting, estimates the work and checks the repair before handover.
Some car-door dents can be repaired with PDR when the paint is sound, the metal is not badly stretched and safe tool access exists. Learn which damage needs conventional repair, alignment work or repainting instead.
Windshield scratches can create glare and visibility problems. Learn when light surface marks may be polished and when deeper damage needs inspection or replacement.
Learn how technicians assess paint, metal stretch, dent shape, panel access and material before using paintless dent removal, plus its limits and quality checks.
Car scratch repair cost depends on whether damage sits in the clear coat, colour layer or panel, plus repair area and access. Learn which scratches may polish out and which require touch-up or repainting.
