Removing Scratches From Plastic Door Panel

Take a clean damp cloth and dip it into some warm soapy water.

Removing scratches from plastic door panel. Using a heat gun put the heat to about half and warm the scratched surface until it is soft and mushy. Step 1 clean the plastic. Shallow scratches can often be buffed out. Run your fingernail across the scratch.

Gently rub it in a circular motion all around the scratch. Removing all the dirt and debris will help you get a smooth finish and stop dirt from melting into the plastic which could affect the colour. A grain pad will re texture the plastic to match the rest of the plastic part. Firmly press the area with your fingers to rub out the scratches.

Dry the area with a clean dry cloth when you re done 1 x research sourcestep 2 run a fingernail over the scratch to check its depth. Clean the plastic surface to remove any dirt or debris. Clean the area on and around the scratch with interior plastic cleaner. Make sure you do not overheat the plastic as you will burn it.

Press a grain pad to the plastic with the palm of you hand. This will remove any dirt and grease making it easier to get rid of the scratch.