Car Body & Car Scratch Repair Glasgow: Understanding SMART Repairs
The SMART method has revolutionised car repairs, enabling targeted repairs to specific areas of car damage without requiring the replacement of entire panels or bumpers. Repairing car scratches, scuffs and minor dents has become a fast and cost effective process. Using SMART repair techniques, our Fresh Car specialists in Glasgow can restore the car’s bodywork and paintwork, leaving it looking like new in just a matter of hours.
What is a SMART repair?
SMART stands for Small to Medium Area Repair Technology, a method tailored for fixing localised damage on car bodywork.
Utilising specialised tools, materials, and paints, SMART repair seamlessly integrates the repaired area with the surrounding panel. This approach is not only significantly faster but also cheaper compared to traditional car repair and car bodyshop methods.
What damage can be repaired?
Our SMART bodywork repairs in Glasgow include:
- BUMPER SCUFF REPAIRS
- CAR SCRATCH REPAIRS
- MINOR DENT REMOVAL
- MINOR ALLOY WHEEL DAMAGE REPAIRS
The SMART Repair Process
How does SMART repair actually work? Here’s a breakdown of the process for fixing car scratches and car scuffs:
Cleaning the Affected Area
To initiate a SMART repair, the targeted region must undergo a thorough cleansing and drying process. Specialists start by meticulously cleaning and drying the damaged section to prepare it for repair. This ensures the removal of any dirt or wax that might interfere with the repair process. After cleaning, the area is carefully dried before proceeding further.
Masking Surrounding Area
Once the area is clean and dry, our specialists mask adjacent panels and intricate areas to prevent overspray. This precise masking ensures that nearby surfaces remain untouched, resulting in a seamless repair.
Sanding the Damaged Area
With the surrounding surfaces properly masked, technicians will begin sanding down the damaged area to expose the underlying paint and primer layers. Achieving a flawless finish involves carefully sanding down each layer.
Applying Primer
Following sanding, the area receives a coat of primer to establish a solid base for the subsequent paint application. The primer is then cured using an infrared lamp.
Applying Paint
Once the primer has cured, specialists apply the paint in thin layers using specialised equipment. Each layer is cured with a heat lamp before proceeding to the next. This process of applying thin layers ensures a smooth and uniform finish. The entire area undergoes a final curing process with the infrared lamp.
Finishing Touches and Polishing
Once the paint has fully cured, the area is left to cool. Any imperfections are carefully addressed, and the surface is polished and buffed to achieve a glossy and shiny finish.
How much does a SMART Repair cost?
The cost of a bodywork repair depends on several things, such as the size, depth, and location of the damage, as well as the type of paint finish of your car such as metallic or pearlescent paint.
Where is the SMART Repair carried out?
Our Fresh Car specialists are mobile and can repair car bodywork damage or vehicle paintwork damage at your home, work, or any address you specify in the Glasgow or Paisley areas.
How long does a SMART Repair take?
Car body and paint repairs are usually finished within a few hours, so you’ll be back on the road the same day. It’s a convenient way to get your vehicle repaired that doesn’t require a bodyshop visit.