Turbo Charge your Scotch-Brite™ Pad for Scuff Sanding
A scuff pad or sandpaper alone cuts ?valleys? into the surface that can result in low paint adhesion. Our 3M™ Scuff-It™ Paint Prep Gel works with your Scotch-Brite™ Pad to create a more jagged scratch that locks in the application of primer or paint.
The combination of pad and gel makes surface scuffing a quick, easy application requiring minimal elbow grease. Scuff-It™ Gel features a specifically formulated abrasive composition that provides a faster cut than other prep gels, and its unique formula clings to panels and other vertical surfaces, yet rinses off easily with water.
Ease of Use
3M™ Scuff-It™ Paint Prep Gel is specially formulated for use with the following pads (pads sold separately):
- 3M™ Clear Blend Prep Scuff Pad—gold (07745)
- Scotch-Brite™ Light Duty Cleansing Pad—white (07445)
- Scotch-Brite™ Ultra Fine Pad—gray (07448)
- ScotchBrite™ Multi-Flex Abrasive Sheet Roll—ultra fine gray (07522)
Scotch-Brite™ pads rinse clean of the gel for repeat use and the gel extends the life of the pad even further for greater shop productivity and economy.
For prep work around tight-fitting trim and moldings, locks, and chrome, we recommend using a 3M™ Scuff-It™ Detail Brush (sold separately) with Scuff-It™ Gel to avoid leaving undesirable scuffs on these areas.
The Science of Better Auto Body Work from 3M
We put decades of development into our products for auto care and repair to help save you time and get the most enjoyment and value from the vehicles you own. Our 3M™ Scuff-It™ Paint Prep Gel is another great example of how 3M applies science to life – and makes your life easier when it comes to making your vehicle look its best.

3M 45702, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 120+ X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7100113117
3M 29842, Sanding Screen, 180 Grit, 16 in x NH, 7100160822
3M 29881, Sanding Screen, 220 grit 17 in x NH, 220 Grit, 7100160816
3M 29840, Sanding Screen, 100 Grit, 17 in x NH, 7100160821
3M 29828, Sanding Screen, 100 Grit, 19 in x NH, 7100160248
Dynabrade 40610 Electric Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool
3M 29844, Sanding Screen, 120 Grit, 16 in x NH, 7100160823
Dynabrade 95848 Dynabrade Gear Oil
3M 29827, Sanding Screen, 120 Grit, 19 in x NH, 7100160249
Dynabrade 11070 Contact Wheel Ass'y, 7/16" Dia. x 3/8" W x 1/4" I.D., Crown Face, 70 Duro Rubber
Dynabrade 10295 Screen
3M 29830, Sanding Screen, 60 Grit, 19 in x NH, 7100160131
Dynabrade 11088 Contact Wheel Ass'y, 5/8" Dia. x 3/8" W x 3/8" I.D., Crown Face, 70 Duro Rubber
Dynabrade 11305 Contact Arm Ass'y, 3/8" Dia. x 1" W, 40 Duro
3M 77197, Scotch-Brite™ Roloc™ Deburr and Finish PRO Unitized Wheel,TR, 3 in x 1/8 in x NH, 8C CRS+, 7100109130, 40/box 
