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How do I fix loose car panel damage?

The upholstery on my interior door panel has become loose. It’s probably a few days away from falling off completely. I feel like this is something I could repair myself—How do I fix loose car panel damage?

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Nick Kunze · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Wear and tear to your car can be frustrating. The good news is you can repair loose car panel upholstery with the right materials and a little effort.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to repairing a loose car panel:
  1. Peel off the loose upholstery.
  2. Clean the exposed plastic with rubbing alcohol, then let it dry.
  3. Tape above the upholstery seam to prevent the glue from getting on other parts of your car.
  4. Apply adhesive spray or glue to the car panel.
  5. Reattach upholstery, making sure there are no bubbles or wrinkles.
  6. Tuck any exposed upholstery into the seam.
  7. Remove the masking tape.
If you followed these steps, the car panel upholstery should no longer be loose!
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