Fix that Chip – Before it becomes a Paint Problem

We’ve all been victims of paint scuffs and stone chips while out and about on UK roads. Whether it be an over enthusiastic parking manoeuvre, or a trip behind a road grit lorry, nobody likes there car damaged. But the important thing is to not ignore that damage no matter how minor, as if left unchecked for a long period that tiny stone chip could lead to rust and paint bubbling across the rest of the panel, requiring a far more expensive and in-depth repair. While there are limited ways to prevent stone chips and scuffs, a Revive! repair is a quick and easy way to prevent the damage from getting worse and spreading across the rest of the panel.

A stone chip that is severe enough to expose the metal beneath the paintwork, is likely to gather water, salt and other contaminants that will accelerate the oxidation process. The rust is then likely to spread across the panel under the surface of the paint. This will cause the paintwork to bubble and/or crack not to mention severely decreasing the structural integrity of the metal.

Even if the initial damage doesn’t start to rust, the surface damage to the paint has weakened the external layer. This makes it more likely to crack, expand and begin peeling at the edges, turning what was initially a minor issue into a much wider spread of exposed metal across your bodywork.

While the minor imperfection of a stone chip or scuff may not concern you from an aesthetic perspective, getting them repaired quickly and professionally will ensure the effected panel maintains its integrity for the life of the car, rather than leading to a more costly intervention at a later date or even requiring a replacement panel.

For what could prevent a significant repair you might expect an equally significant cost, but no, a stone chip repair is in fact one of the most budget friendly and cost-effective forms of preventative maintenance you can find. Due to the small amount of materials and minimal working area our expert Revive! technicians are superbly equipped to repair any minor scuffs and stone chips you have.

If you are interested in using our services please get in touch with our team now!

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