- Keying - This is the most common way to ruin car paint, and it involves using a key or other sharp object to scratch and gouge the paint surface.
- Sanding - Sanding car paint can remove the clear coat and damage the underlying paint, leaving it dull and faded.
- Acid etching - This involves using a chemical acid to burn through the paint and damage the underlying metal.
- Graffiti - Painting graffiti on a car can ruin the paint and make it difficult to remove.
- Bird droppings - Bird droppings can contain acids that can damage paint if left on the car for too long.
- Tree sap - Tree sap can also damage car paint if left on the car for too long.
- Harsh chemicals - Using harsh chemicals to clean a car can damage the paint.
- High heat - Exposing a car to high heat, such as from a blow dryer or heat gun, can damage the paint.
- Pressure washing - Pressure washing a car can damage the paint if the water pressure is too high.
