Using Toothpaste
Surprisingly, toothpaste can serve a dual purpose — keeping your pearly whites clean and erasing those unsightly car scratches. Here’s how to use this simple paste:
- Start by cleaning the scratched area with a mild detergent and water.
- Squeeze a small amount of toothpaste onto a clean, damp microfiber cloth.
- Work the toothpaste into the scratch with circular motions. Be gentle; you don’t want to damage the paint any further.
- After a minute or so of working the toothpaste in, rinse the area with water.
- Dry the spot with a soft, clean cloth.
The abrasives in the toothpaste help to smooth out the scratch. While this method is best for shallow scratches, it’s a cost-effective and straightforward fix worth a try before moving on to more complex methods.