Removing Scratches From Plastic Door Panel

Firmly press the area with your fingers to rub out the scratches.

Removing scratches from plastic door panel. Clean the area on and around the scratch with interior plastic cleaner. Gently rub it in a circular motion all around the scratch. Take a clean damp cloth and dip it into some warm soapy water. Clean the plastic surface to remove any dirt or debris.

If the area is made of smooth plastic then lightly sand the area with 2000 grit sandpaper. Run your fingernail across the scratch. Make sure the area is clean and dry before you move on to the next step. Using a heat gun put the heat to about half and warm the scratched surface until it is soft and mushy.

If it catches in the groove then. Shallow scratches can often be buffed out. 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. Step 1 clean the plastic.

Make sure you do not overheat the plastic as you will burn it. This will remove any dirt and grease making it easier to get rid of the scratch.