Scratches on Your Car? Here’s What Singapore Drivers Need to Know
Whether it’s swirl marks from bad car washes, a shopping trolley scrape at the carpark, or branch scratches from street parking — car scratches are inevitable in Singapore. The question isn’t whether your car will get scratched — it’s how to fix them and prevent them from happening again.
Types of Car Scratches
1. Swirl Marks (Most Common)
Those circular, spider-web-like scratches visible under sunlight. Caused by automated car washes, dirty sponges, and improper washing technique. They don’t penetrate deep but make your paint look dull and aged.
2. Light Surface Scratches
Fine lines that catch your fingernail slightly. These are in the clear coat only and can usually be polished out by a professional.
3. Deep Scratches
Scratches that go through the clear coat into the base paint or primer. These expose bare paint to Singapore’s moisture and UV, leading to oxidation and potentially rust on metal panels.
How to Fix Car Scratches
Swirl Marks & Light Scratches
Professional paint correction (machine polishing) removes these by levelling the clear coat around the scratch. A skilled technician can eliminate 90%+ of swirl marks in one session. Cost: S$300-600 depending on severity.
Deep Scratches
These typically need touch-up paint or panel respraying. Cost varies from S$100 for spot touch-ups to S$500+ for panel work.
The Real Solution: Prevent Scratches with KeePer Coating
Fixing scratches is reactive. The smart move is preventing them in the first place. KeePer LABO’s glass coating creates a hard, protective barrier over your paint that:
- Resists swirl marks: The glass layer is harder than clear coat, reducing wash-induced scratching
- Sacrificial protection: Minor scratches affect the coating, not your actual paint
- Easier cleaning: Dirt and contaminants slide off, reducing the need for aggressive scrubbing
- Self-maintenance: KeePer’s annual refresh service restores the coating’s scratch resistance
The Smart Sequence: Correct, Then Coat
If your car already has scratches, here’s the ideal approach:
- Paint correction — Remove existing swirl marks and light scratches
- KeePer coating application — Lock in the corrected finish with glass protection
- KeePer hand wash maintenance — Keep it clean without introducing new scratches
This is exactly what KeePer LABO Singapore offers — a complete paint restoration and protection service.
KeePer Coating Tiers
Crystal KeePer — From S$407 (1-Year)
Entry-level glass protection after correction. Keeps your newly polished paint scratch-free for 12 months.
Diamond KeePer — From S$737 (3-Year)
Enhanced scratch resistance with dual-layer protection for 3 years.
EX KeePer — From S$1,407 (5-Year)
Maximum protection. The hardest, most durable glass coating — your best defence against future scratches.
Stop Fixing, Start Preventing
Book a KeePer coating at 10 Ubi View, #1F, Autobacs 408543 and break the scratch-repair-repeat cycle for good.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How to remove car scratches in Singapore?
Swirl marks need professional paint correction (S$300-600). Deep scratches need touch-up or respraying. After correction, apply KeePer LABO coating from S$407 to prevent future scratches.
Does car coating prevent scratches?
KeePer LABO glass coating creates a hard layer that resists swirl marks and acts as sacrificial protection. Minor scratches affect the coating, not your actual paint.
