Car Putty Application: Achieve a Flawless Paint Finish

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19/02/2025

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“Take care of your belongings and they will last,” this saying always holds true, especially for trucks – the diligent companions of many drivers on every road. To keep your beloved vehicle in good condition, proper care and maintenance are crucial, and car putty application is indispensable. Mr. Tran Van Nam, owner of a truck garage on Nguyen Van Linh Street, Long Bien District, Hanoi, shares: “Many drivers overlook the putty application step, but it is actually the foundation for a beautiful paint layer, helping to protect the car body from rust and extend the vehicle’s lifespan.” So, what is car putty application technique? How to achieve a perfect putty layer? Let’s explore the details with XE TẢI HÀ NỘI in the article below.

What is Car Putty Application Technique?

Car putty application technique is the process of using putty – a highly adhesive material – to flatten the surface of the car body, covering imperfections such as dents and scratches, creating a smooth surface that is a crucial stepping stone before painting.

Benefits of Car Putty Application Technique

Putty application plays a key role in:

Creating a smooth surface: Putty fills in dents and scratches, creating a uniform surface, helping the paint adhere better, resulting in an even and beautiful paint layer.
Protecting the car body: The putty layer acts as a protective barrier, preventing water, dust, and chemicals from directly contacting the car body, reducing rust and extending the vehicle’s lifespan.
Enhancing aesthetics: A good putty layer is the foundation for a glossy paint finish, helping your truck always look new, beautiful, and eye-catching.

![A worker using a spatula to apply putty to a car dent, preparing it for paint. The car is a blue pickup truck with some dents, scratches and a rusted area. The worker is wearing a blue coverall, gloves and a safety mask.](ba-matit-o-to|bả-matit-ô-tô|A worker using a spatula to apply putty to a car dent, preparing it for paint. The car is a blue pickup truck with some dents, scratches and a rusted area. The worker is wearing a blue coverall, gloves and a safety mask.)

Standard Car Putty Application Process

To achieve the best results, the putty application process needs to follow these steps:

Surface cleaning: Clean dust, dirt, and grease on the surface to be puttied.
Surface preparation: Sand down rough spots and rust with specialized sandpaper.
Putty mixing: Mix putty with hardener in the appropriate ratio.
Putty application: Apply evenly in one direction, creating a moderate thickness, avoiding air bubbles.
Putty drying: Drying time depends on the type of putty and weather conditions.
Sanding smooth: Use sandpaper to sand the putty surface smooth, creating a flat and smooth finish.
Inspection and completion: Re-inspect the entire surface, ensuring no imperfections remain.

Popular Types of Putty Today

There are many types of putty on the market with different characteristics. Here are some popular types of putty:

Putty Type	Characteristics	Advantages	Disadvantages
Thin Putty	High smoothness, easy to handle	Smooth surface, suitable for minor scratches	Poor coverage, not suitable for large dents
Medium Putty	Good hardness and adhesion	Good coverage, easy to sand	Requires technique to handle the surface
Thick Putty	High hardness, good load-bearing capacity	Suitable for large dents, rough surfaces	Difficult to handle, requires highly skilled technicians

Reference Price List for Car Putty Application

Car putty application prices depend on many factors such as vehicle type, putty area, type of putty, etc. Below is a reference price list:

Vehicle Type	Putty Area	Putty Application Price
Light Truck	Small	500,000 – 1,000,000 VND
Medium	1,000,000 – 2,000,000 VND
Large	2,000,000 – 4,000,000 VND
Heavy Truck	Small	1,000,000 – 2,000,000 VND
Medium	2,000,000 – 4,000,000 VND
Large	4,000,000 – 8,000,000 VND

![A large garage with multiple bays for car repair and maintenance, including a lift for trucks, mechanics working on cars, tools and equipment. There are cars and trucks of different sizes and colors. The garage is well-lit with clean floors and organized tools.](gara-o-to-tai|gara ô tô tải|A large garage with multiple bays for car repair and maintenance, including a lift for trucks, mechanics working on cars, tools and equipment. There are cars and trucks of different sizes and colors. The garage is well-lit with clean floors and organized tools.)

Notes When Applying Car Putty

Choose the type of putty that is suitable for your needs and the condition of the vehicle.
Use genuine, quality putty, avoid buying fake or low-quality products.
Go to reputable garages with highly skilled technicians to ensure quality.