What should I do if a small piece of car paint peels off? Popular topics and solutions on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, the topic of car maintenance has become increasingly popular on major social platforms, especially "car paint damage repair" which has become the focus of car owners. The following is a compilation of car beauty-related content that has been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days, and provides structured solutions to the problem of "a small piece of car paint has fallen off".
1. Statistics of hot topics in car maintenance in the past 10 days

| hot topics | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|
| DIY repair of car paint scratches | 12.5 | Douyin, Xiaohongshu |
| Evaluation of the effect of touch-up pen | 8.3 | Station B, Autohome |
| Comparison of touch-up paint prices in 4S stores | 6.7 | Zhihu, understand car emperor |
| Car paint protection film (invisible car clothing) controversy | 5.2 | Weibo, Hupu |
2. How to deal with a small piece of car paint that has fallen off
1. Assess the extent of damage
Choose a repair plan based on the area and depth of the paint peeling:
| Injury type | Repair suggestions |
|---|---|
| The surface varnish peels off (≤1cm²) | DIY touch-up pen or polish |
| Paint layer exposed (no metal layer damage) | Professional touch-up kit |
| Exposed metal substrate | Send for repair immediately to prevent rust |
2. DIY repair steps (suitable for small areas)
①clean surface: Wipe with neutral car wash to remove oil stains and impurities;
②Sand the edges: Use 2000-grit water sandpaper dipped in water to gently remove the paint around the area;
③Touch-up paint filling: Choose the same color touch-up pen and apply it in layers (10 minutes between each layer);
④Polishing: Use polishing wax to restore gloss after 48 hours.
3. Comparison of professional repair solutions
| way | price range | Advantages and Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|
| 4S shop original touch-up paint | 300-800 yuan/face | Small color difference but long cycle (3-7 days) |
| Quick repair chain store | 150-400 yuan/face | Completed in 1 day, there may be slight color differences |
| Sticker cover | 20-100 yuan | Temporary solution, affecting the appearance |
3. The pit avoidance guide that is hotly discussed across the Internet
①Be wary of “5-minute fix” ads: Some products on the short video platform exaggerate their effects and need to be operated in a standardized manner;
②Touch-up pen color matching: Be sure to check the vehicle VIN number or original factory manual to avoid color differences;
③Rainy day emergency response: Temporarily apply clear nail polish to prevent rust (needs to be cleaned thoroughly afterwards).
4. Long-term protection suggestions
• Wax once a month to enhance paint protection
• When parking, stay away from branches, electric vehicles and other easily scratched environments.
• Consider crystal-plated or invisible car clothing (if you have enough budget)
Through the above structured solutions, car owners can choose the most suitable repair method according to the actual situation. If the damaged area exceeds the size of a coin or the substrate has been exposed, it is recommended to give priority to professional institutions for treatment.
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