When it comes to your car’s paint job, you want it to look the best it possibly can. That’s why chipped and damaged paint is so disheartening. Paint damage occurs for all sorts of reasons, from car crashes to local wildlife. Here are a few of the most common causes of paint damage and what you can do about them.
UV Exposure
It’s hard to avoid sun exposure in sunny New Mexico. Too much sun wears down your vehicle’s topcoat, which is a protective coat that preserves the paint. Once the topcoat has been compromised, the underlying paint is prone to fading. A lack of topcoat can also contribute to rust formation. Try to park your vehicle in the shade or under some kind of covering. And if you have a garage, be sure to use it.
Vehicle Damage
Even minor collisions can leave your paint with lots of issues. Scratches and chips can also occur in other ways, such as an accidental run-in with a shopping cart or kids playing too close to your vehicle. Physical damage requires professional repair to remove dents and restore paint. Along with improving the look of your vehicle, timely repairs also prevent further damage by restoring the topcoat.
Bird Droppings
Bird droppings are highly acidic, which means they can wear away at your topcoat and paint. That’s why it’s important to wash your vehicle on a regular basis, preferably at least once every two weeks. Waxing your vehicle every three months or so also creates an extra layer of protection over the topcoat, which can prevent damage to your vehicle’s paint.
No matter the cause of paint damage, ABC Paint & Body can help you fix it. Our auto body technicians have experience with all types of vehicle damage, and we perform precision paint-matching to help your vehicle look showroom new once again. Call 575-524-2004 to schedule an appointment today. You can also contact us for more information on our services and what we can do for you.
