How To Remove Paint Scuffs & Scratches From Your Car - By Hand & Machine.

[@AutoglymUK]

Great video showing different approaches at removing the appearance of scratches from paintwork. The IPA wipe was great, as it showed there was an element of fill used in all the products. The demonstration showed the filling properties of Super Resin, but it does have an element of cut too. The scratches took a several of hits with the machine, and even then were not all gone - so are unlikely to ever come out by any hand applied product. But for less severe paintwork defects the polish will remove them - not just fill them - remove them. There is a persistent myth that super Resin Polish is all filler with no cut, this is not the case. It removes what it can and fills what it can't (to a point). As a half way house, our Scratch Remover Kit would have been interesting to try. Diminishing abrasives as used in a machine applied compound, but developed to work when applied by hand (the formulation will not work well with a machine, use Rapid Renovator for that). Next time your neighbour gets a similar scratch, get in touch and we'll send you a kit to try.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

That's great, thank you... I have an upcoming video to record (tomorrow) on a test bonnet.... I've already done a small area, and as you say, it does provide some cut. Even after a panel wipe, there is a slight colour difference where the cutting agents have restored some of the colour.... Will let you know once that video is done 👍

[@AutoglymUK]

@@TheDetailingSpace Great stuff. Are you using the new or old version of Super Resin Polish for your bonnet tests? The bottle in the video above is the old version (pre-2012) . you can tell which version you have by the label. The old one in has a solid red Autoglym square, the new one has a fade from dark red to lighter red running from top left to bottom right. In 2012 we tweaked the formulation to give longer durability (filler stick about for longer), improved water repellency (more like a wax), virtually no dusting and an improvement to the colour enhancing properties of the polish.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

I have the older one, but may be able to get a hold of new stuff today/tomorrow.

[@AutoglymUK]

@@TheDetailingSpace It is looking pretty good for a 7 year old bottle of polish! You were right, you aren't hand polishing often enough 😂

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Was sat in a box for a while (check out the first garage video I did)... It's now on a shelf with a much larger bottle of SRP 😂

[@HantsLeo]

Showing IPA removing fillers is one of the best demo's I've ever seen in a detailing video.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thanks 👍

[@aquatalk6661]

Not only your video was informative, but I successfully removed hundreds of scuffs from my wife’s car after watching it. Thank you so much!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

No worries 👍 glad it helped

[@XxCrazedEvolutionXx]

Yeah same here I got some scuffs from a clay bar, now I’m confident I can get them out with this video

[@eurosonly]

The alcohol wipe down is the best thing I've seen in a video on this topic. Really blew my mind.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you 👍

[@mihas101]

Great demonstration thanks for the tips... Now I'll get stuck onto my car and hopefully see some improvements.

[@djsiuk]

Great guide. Autoglym SRP is still one of the Best/Elite fillers. You see users on Social media going mental regarding these hand car washes scratching their cars when in most cases it’s the original scratches that are no longer filled and now visible again.

[@philipthorne2179]

Very helpful, clear and informative...useful to know there is an alternative to machine polishing for minor scratches...even if the work will need doing periodically. Machine polishing strikes me as an art which requires considerable skill to avoid doing more harm th a good!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

👍 Yes, machine polishing isn't for everyone. Unskilled users may cause more damage, or some people don't have the budget/justification of buying all the gear to machine polish if it's just 1 or 2 cars they own and want looking decent

[@johnwatson8192]

Who wouldn't like Matt as a neighbour? Great tip for applying panel wipe after machine polishing as it pulled out the polish from the defect otherwise the defect would miraculously reappear after a week or so causing some head scratching!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Haha, other neighbour (Dan) bought a new car and declined any paint protection stating - and I quote "nah, I'll just get my neighbour to do it 😂".... Funnily enough as I was handing this back over, Dan pulled up (his drive is adjacent to mine) and he joked to owner of this car that he waits for me to start cleaning mine, then he "pretends" to clean his knowing I'll probably help. Funny thing is, earlier that day he nicked my pressure washer as his suddenly died 😂🤣

[@RayR33]

Top video. Very well demonstrated and explained. Many thanks for taking the time to record and upload.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you 👍

[@ItsRyan.]

7:23 this reason alone everyone should check their work with a panel wipe spray. 10/10.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Indeed.... Always use a panel wipe/IPA when doing machine work.

[@jpjp9111]

Magical t shirt. 👕 It changes color from blue to green.

[@philip.aocallaghan4602]

Always a very honest and detailed review. I like all your videos they are always to the point.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you 👍

[@alunw555]

Panel wipe to clear fillers was something I'd not seen before and a useful step. Will definitely be investing in some IPA. What ratio should it be mixed with water?

[@TheDetailingSpace]

I mix IPA 50/50 with distilled water

[@jackthelad7775]

Hi new to detailing and will be starting of with a da8 polisher machine and red pad with school concept s20 heard this was good for minor scratches and safe to start withcompound

[@jackthelad7775]

Though I had put this bit in do you use your pads dry or slightly damp any help appreciated thanks

[@SpeckyMcSporran]

Nicely demonstrated, Mat! SRP is a great product for the average person but doesn't cut enough for the enthusiast/professional. My next video will be testing a similar product which promises to cut more and fill less. 🤞

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Nice... Cut by hand? Did you watch until the end? 😉😂

[@SpeckyMcSporran]

@@TheDetailingSpace yep, hand and machine. And yes, I saw it. Bloody showoff! 🤣

[@TheDetailingSpace]

hahahahaha

[@ze4le937]

How much would a body shop charge to buff scratches out with a machine? Surely it wouldn’t cost much it doesn’t seem like a very difficult procedure

[@TheDetailingSpace]

I have no idea

[@therushden]

Never seen the effects of ipa / panel wipe. Great video 👍

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Should be part of everyone's kit if they machine polish.

[@johngalvin6010]

It certainly improved the look. The best time to remove these type of scratches is when you've got the car for sale then.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

yes, definately

[@PaulDoldenDetails]

Big believer in if there are defects machine polishing is the only answer the rest is Glaze and hide great video Matt as always

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Indeed... Polish what you can, but obviously need to retain some integrity in the clear coat.

[@gregmandriota6106]

Incredible I cant wait to try this today! So if the scratches are not bad at all, is it still imperative to use the machine?

[@TheDetailingSpace]

You don't have to... If you want to REMOVE scuffs, then really you need a machine... If you want to hide them/reduce their appearance, then a filling polish is ok

[@gregmandriota6106]

Amazing thanks for the reply brother! Amazing video. What's your best advice for someone who hasn't used the machines much at all and is nervous about "burning" the paint as everyone says...what's the best way to practice or learn it??? Any specific pads(some ppl have said there's a orange one by 3m that's amazing to use to get scratches out)

[@HEADBANGERINGS]

Great advert for Autoglym Mat. (only joking). Thanks for taking the time out for animating your c.v. the jobs yours. P.s. Machine polishing rds always trumps doing it by hand and i have on many many occasions used SRP with a light cutting pad and it works.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Cheers fella 👍 "animating your CV"??? 🤔

[@jameskirby5386]

Very interesting. Subscribed

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you 👍

[@xDipakx]

I'm here because of scratches on my car thanks for a great informative video. I'm a total beginner, which polisher would you recommend? And will it remove slightly keyed marks too? Thanks

[@stevenjones19-m8i]

Hi Mat, useful video to watch,you done a great job on the door, faintly still there but I would be happy with that, machine polishing and cutting polish used made it alot better.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Cheers fella.... Yeah, slightly noticeable, but perfectly acceptable for the neighbour and most people in general.

[@jr7055]

Great video! just what I was looking for.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

👍

[@tarajboyle8656]

Excellent video, great detailed info.. Thank you 👍

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TheMjw123]

Just watched this video and you have just used 3m green polish which then just polished it with autoglym super resin polish,that will look awful in the light you will see holograms.should do the green cut then yellow cut then blue or am I missing something here?

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Yes, you are correct, you would work your way back down through the refining process, and that's what I'd do on a correction detail.... The point of this video was to show how to best tackle scuffs

[@MrFlixd3rd]

Thanks for this bro!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Any time!

[@prawnstar9213]

Try sonax 6/4. Will blow your mind.. 3m stuff sucks now.. bunch of dust left over

[@Michael-vf6zb]

Wouldn't compound be much better to use for a permanent removal of scratches?

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Yes, but you've clearly missed the point of this video! Compounding requires malachi) machine polishing... This was to show what you can do by hand with a filler type polish

[@sajmiah1116]

Hi Matt what did you use on the machine to get off

[@flexin9720]

Subscribing as you asked so nicely

[@TheDetailingSpace]

haha, thanks 👍

[@carsgonewrong746]

I've heard G3 pro is a good hand applied scratch remover with no fillers?

[@slowsteadysteve6565]

Great info as usual

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thanks 👍

[@brookieant]

Nice video again matt very helpful 👌🏻

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you. Glad it helps 👍

[@Lateawake1000]

Wish you were in my town!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Where are you?

[@sprecklesville]

Really useful video thanks

[@TheDetailingSpace]

No problem

[@stevewilliams6191]

Nice informative video Mat. Am enjoying your channel very much!👍

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you 👍glad they come in useful

[@encoreartz1028]

Very well presented

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you 👍

[@muhammadarfan4663]

What panel wipe was used ? The video was great and very informative!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you. I'm not sure, just something got from a local motor factors.... I'll have a look on the tin later

[@Darclay24]

Great job!

[@Xodia91]

Hi can you recommend a cheap panel wipe please?

[@RretroChannel]

Can I have my info please on the proper scuff clean what chemicals you use please

[@R_a_c_o_o_n]

Were you using a grinder with an attachment?

[@jpjp9111]

What is "IPA"? To me, IPA is a type of beer.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Either Indian Pale Ale or Isopropyl Alcohol Depends on the context 😉

[@jpjp9111]

@@TheDetailingSpace Lol .... true. I love a good Indian pale ale. Thank you.

[@SaintSoldier84]

Maybe because I'm in Canada, the 3m yellow polish amazon link doesn't work for me. Can you link it from another site? Want to make sure I order the right sturff. Thanks for the video bro!

[@ΔημήτρηςΤζιωτζιος]

What if you cant take out a scratch and you need to repaint? Could you plz make a video ?

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Got one coming 👍

[@R_a_c_o_o_n]

Thank you very much mate.

[@rockanthems]

So if you spray with clear coat will that fix the scratch?

[@danm20]

How can I learn to machine polish

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Where are you based? We may be able to put you in touch with someone who offers training days. We're also looking at doing some more tutorial videos in the future.👍

[@jackthelad7775]

Hi new to detailing and starting of with da8 polisher with red pads and school concept s20 compound as this was a good starting point.Was wondering if you use dry pads or make them slightly damp to assist with heat any help appreciated thanks

[@ashleystaniland7977]

Hi Matt. Enjoy your videos and watched quite a few now. I've never been into cleaning my own car never mind detailing it. Being a PH driver its easier for me to take to hand wash guys but theres swirls all over my car so wanted to start doing it myself. Mines a white Superb L+K, not sure if it makes a difference in regards to products. I have some of the SRP, never used it because dont know how to. Would I need to clay my car before using the SRP? If so, would you recommend the carbon collective exfoli block? Just seems easier for a noob like me to use instead of the clay bar. Thanks in advance for any advice you can offer. Ash

[@TheDetailingSpace]

The "problem" with clay bars (and blocks) is that there's a chance of marring the paint, which is why I usually only clay if I know I'll be machine polishing too.... A simple tar remover and iron remover should get your paintwork about 90-95% containment free, and that will be good enough for SRP or any hand polish you choose to go with.

[@ashleystaniland7977]

@@TheDetailingSpace thank you for your reply. Can you recommend a good tar and iron remover? Thanks.

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Autosmart tardis for tar CarChem iron remover or CarPro Iron-X for iron

[@ashleystaniland7977]

@@TheDetailingSpace thank you

[@TheDetailingSpace]

No problem 👍

[@nomusplenus]

got the autoglym what wax do you recommend to lockin the polish please? :)

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Yes, that should be fine.

[@as680783]

Winter I'd use Fusso Coat dark or light. It'll protect the scratch and car for months. Other dryer months I'd use something like Turtlewax Hybrid Ceramic and Graphene wax, or a decent sealant like The Last Coat.

[@user-ns7vj4tz5h]

Hi i need your advise. I got some oil based paint bumpy spots on my car. Probably it's a road paint. Do you think clay will work on that ?? I have already tried nail polish thinner and autoglym tar remover but it's not working.

[@as680783]

If it's a small area of some contamination then try claybar or magic eraser. Make sure you use a finishing polish or glaze polish like Autoglym Super Resin Polish to resolve the marring from clay or eraser.

[@ants1701]

Absolutely fantastic and informative video! My first time looking at these educational type videos and it was great!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you, glad you found it helpful 👍

[@8803surri]

Good informative video

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thank you 👍

[@flexin9720]

Would T-Cut help fix the scuff mark? I've been quoted £500 from a bodywork place!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Possibly. But if paint has been removed, you'll need to reapply paint.

[@flexin9720]

@@TheDetailingSpace how can we tell if the paint has been removed? PS. i bought T-Cut today, a absolute bloody dreamworker!!

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Can you see bare metal/plastic or primer?

[@flexin9720]

@@TheDetailingSpace no, I imagined all scruff marks were just white

[@TheDetailingSpace]

The white is either paint transfer or paint has been removed

[@HantsLeo]

Very useful Matt, I just hope I never need to use it! How about EGP (or something better?) over the SRP to prolong the filling effect?

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Yes, I mention at the end you could use EGP or UDS . 👍

[@as680783]

@@TheDetailingSpace or you could use DPS, BDSM, BBC, or LBGTQ+ is always a good and diverse option but for a minority.

[@terencemillet9813]

Very informative

[@fabionvieira28]

great video once again. By the way Matt... no chance for you to be moving to York? could do a neighbour like you ... eheheh

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Only if York starts with New and ends in City 😂

[@moparky43]

Subscribed

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Thanks 👍

[@martinszalkovskis6406]

Learned new bits for sure, but there are much more accessible way to do it (ChrisFix channel) as these tools will not be in average Jo garage.

[@darrenburchmore]

Ag srp was a great beginner to the market and has it's place in some people's collections now. But I tend not to use it anymore. It's more of a Kardashian product. To much filler and lies as the end result for me

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Haha, "Kardashian product".... Tbh, I've not used it for years, but as said in the video, I try to always machine cars these days. Still, does come in handy though for little jobs like this.

[@vipboss82]

Great Video, Can I Bring My Car To You? Where are based

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Haha, thanks. I'm Derbyshire based

[@vipboss82]

Detailing World Sorry 😐 I’m based in London, I will look 👀 somewhere closer. Thanks 😊

[@TheDetailingSpace]

haha, no problem... Try Clean & Shiny

[@vipboss82]

Detailing World Will do, I search on google yeah, my locals will sort me out. Thanks 😊 boss 👍🏼

[@awkwardlykim]

You need to come and sort my car out I've absolutely trashed it :')

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Haha... Where are you based?

[@awkwardlykim]

@@TheDetailingSpace I live in Carmarthenshire, Wales

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Quiet a drive for you to Derbyshire then 😂

[@awkwardlykim]

@@TheDetailingSpace 😂😭

[@adilovaziz]

I need a neighbour like that...

[@TheDetailingSpace]

😂

[@TheKid_101]

Got hit by a bird on the side of the car so I’m here

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Unlucky.... Hope this helps

[@brucew8798]

It's bushes

[@MrVaghag]

Neighbours, everybody needs good neighbours......

[@TheDetailingSpace]

🤣

[@ourclarioncall]

You have a nice beard

[@TheDetailingSpace]

Haha thank you

[@TheDetailingSpace]

🤣

[@gen-zeke-8571]

Spray paint+clear coat. Done. It's a fucken car, not jewelry.

[@i_eat_RED_CRAYONS_]

I've often wondered why can't you get a can of spray paint (Color matched) and spray a light coat over the deep scratches. Wait a couple of days, or a week for it to dry, then clay bar and polish it like you would. Wouldn't that work to hide the deeper scratches?

[@TheDetailingSpace]

You'd never get a perfect colour match

[@as680783]

To add to Matt's point. Spray paint applied straight onto the scratches would require several layers. You'd also need to sand the stratch down properly and prime the local area before laying down paint and lacquer. Paint straight onto the top of paint would simply blister and peel off within a few months at best. The best quick alternative would be a touch up pen and then - as you stated - let it cure for a few days prior to claying and polishing.