Scratch repair at IQ Tyres addresses paint damage from minor surface scratches to deep gouges that penetrate through the clear coat and color layers. Our skilled technicians use professional paint matching and blending techniques to restore your vehicle's finish to showroom condition.
Car paint consists of multiple layers. The depth of a scratch determines the repair method needed:
Level 1: Clear Coat Scratches
Surface scratches that only affect the protective clear coat layer.
Repair Method: Polishing and buffing to remove or minimize the scratch.
Level 2: Base Coat Scratches
Scratches that penetrate through the clear coat into the color layer.
Repair Method: Touch-up paint application followed by blending and clear coat.
Level 3: Primer Scratches
Deep scratches exposing the primer layer underneath the paint.
Repair Method: Primer application, color matching, and full paint refinishing.
Level 4: Metal Scratches
Severe scratches that expose bare metal, risking rust formation.
Repair Method: Rust treatment, primer, base coat, and clear coat application.
Assessment & Quote
We inspect the scratch depth and surrounding paint condition to determine the best repair approach and provide a fixed-price quote.
Surface Preparation
The damaged area is thoroughly cleaned, degreased, and sanded to create a smooth surface for paint adhesion.
Color Matching
Using your vehicle's paint code and spectrophotometer technology, we create an exact color match accounting for age and fading.
Paint Application
Multiple thin coats of primer (if needed), base coat, and clear coat are applied with professional spray equipment.
Blending & Finishing
The repair area is blended with surrounding paint and polished to achieve an invisible, factory-quality finish.
Achieving an invisible scratch repair requires perfect color matching. We use professional-grade equipment and techniques to ensure your repair blends seamlessly with the original paint.
Spectrophotometer Analysis
Digital color measurement accounts for paint fading and aging to create an exact match.
Test Spray Verification
We test the color match on a sample panel before applying to your vehicle.
- Keying or vandalism
- Shopping trolley impacts
- Car wash brush damage
- Tree branches and bushes
- Door edge contact with walls
- Parking sensor/bumper scrapes
- Stone chips on bonnet/doors
- Minor collision damage
If your vehicle has a dent but the paint is intact (no scratches or chips), Paintless Dent Removal is faster and more cost-effective than traditional repair with repainting.
For dents without scratches, see our Dent Repair service.
- Park away from other vehicles when possible
- Use touchless car washes or hand wash with microfiber cloths
- Apply paint protection film to high-risk areas (door edges, bumpers)
- Regular waxing creates a protective barrier against minor scratches
- Address scratches quickly to prevent rust formation on exposed metal
Why Choose IQ Tyres?
Minor to deep scratch repair
Color-matched paint application
Professional paint blending
Clear coat protection
Guaranteed color match
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What Our Customers Say
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fumino
2/9/2026
Fast tire fitting
Iestyn Davies
1/10/2026
FANTASIC SERVICE, AMAZING TEAM AND ALWAYS REALLY HELPFUL. TUCKED AWAY BUT SIGNS OUT THE FRONT MAKE IT REALLY EASY TO FIND. SUPER EFFICIENT AND FRIENDLY AND DONT LEAVE YOU WAITNG LONG. REALLY GREAT SERVICE
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Millie Wedge
1/3/2026
The people were very friendly and gave me two new tyres for a good price. They were quick and efficient and even gave me a seat and a heater to keep warm while they work :)
Adrian Florea
12/30/2025
Really good job, did it quick
Mostafa Yaqobi
12/26/2025
Just wow!! Took the car to the boys for bodywork and tyres, they also upsold me to refurb my wheels for a very minimal cost. I was delighted with their rapid service and precision. What a great bunch. Thanks guys, keep up the good work!
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