{"product_id":"the-dent-viewer","title":"The Original Dent Viewer™","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Original Dent Viewer™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake Subtle Panel Damage Easier to See, Photograph, and Document\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor dents, waves, rolls, and panel distortion can be difficult to capture in an ordinary photograph. When damage is not clearly visible, estimates, repair plans, customer discussions, and insurer documentation may not accurately communicate the work required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Original Dent Viewer™ is a professional damage-documentation tool designed to make panel irregularities easier to see and photograph. Its high-contrast grid reflects across the vehicle’s surface, helping reveal changes in the panel that may otherwise disappear under normal lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the straight grid lines reflect across dents, waves, rolls, and other surface irregularities, the lines appear distorted. This creates a clearer visual reference for estimators, technicians, insurers, and customers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo Sides for Different Lighting Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Original Dent Viewer is two-sided, allowing estimators and technicians to choose the side that provides the strongest contrast for the vehicle color and inspection environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReflective White Side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reflective white side is designed for indoor damage photography using a camera flash. Its premium reflective surface returns the flash toward the camera, helping the grid appear bright and clearly defined across the damaged panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reflective white side works especially well in estimating bays, blueprinting areas, repair facilities, and other indoor inspection environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotography using a camera flash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark and medium-colored vehicles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-light estimating areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlueprinting and repair-planning bays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark Side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dark side creates stronger contrast on white, silver, and other light-colored vehicles. It is also ideal for brightly lit environments where the reflective white side may create too much glare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite and light-colored vehicles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright shop lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect sunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle check-in walk-arounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use The Dent Viewer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition the Dent Viewer at approximately a 90-degree angle to the damaged area, then photograph the reflection across the panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dent Viewer itself remains outside the photograph. Only the reflected grid appears on the vehicle’s surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the grid passes across dents, waves, rolls, and panel distortion, the straight lines bend and change shape, making subtle damage easier to identify, photograph, and communicate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjust the board position, camera angle, or selected side until the grid provides the clearest contrast across the damaged area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for Professional Repair Environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Original Dent Viewer is made with waterproof, fade-resistant materials designed for repeated professional use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts durable construction makes it suitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollision repair facilities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimating and blueprinting bays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle check-in areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsurance damage assessments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor vehicle walk-arounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestoration shops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical schools and training programs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the Right Dent Viewer for Your Shop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard — 10\" × 13\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, lightweight, and easy to position for localized damage photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Standard Dent Viewer is a practical everyday tool for estimators, technicians, mobile inspectors, and anyone documenting individual dents or smaller repair areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual dents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall repair areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClose-up damage documentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimating carts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryday estimator use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMD — 16\" × 24\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA larger, freestanding, two-sided Dent Viewer with removable feet. The MD covers more panel area while remaining easy to position and move around the shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle check-in walk-arounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlueprinting and estimating bays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium-size repair areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-existing damage documentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomer vehicle intake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor and outdoor inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXL — 16\" × 48\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe largest Dent Viewer features freestanding, articulating positioning for broader panel coverage and larger damage areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XL is ideal for high-volume facilities and blueprinting departments that regularly document large panels, extended damage, or multiple areas of distortion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge vehicle panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended damage areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlueprinting centers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-volume estimating departments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad-area damage documentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger repair-planning environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Collision Repair Professionals Choose The Dent Viewer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps reveal dents, waves, rolls, and panel distortion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes subtle damage easier to photograph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffers two sides for different colors and lighting conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports clearer and more complete estimates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproves repair-planning documentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps communicate damage to customers and insurers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreates a visual reference for before-and-after photographs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps identify pre-existing damage during vehicle intake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in three sizes for different inspection needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterproof and fade resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for daily professional use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollision repair facilities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimators and damage assessors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody technicians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsurance adjusters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle inspectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlueprinting departments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestoration shops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile estimating teams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical schools and training programs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImprove the Way Your Shop Documents Damage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClearer damage photographs can support more complete estimates, stronger repair documentation, and better communication with customers and insurers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the Original Dent Viewer size that best fits your estimating, blueprinting, and vehicle-inspection process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Cases \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Dent Viewer supports collision estimating, blueprinting, insurance documentation, vehicle inspection, and pre-existing damage documentation. It is a practical addition to estimating carts, blueprinting bays, mobile inspection kits, and other professional auto body tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne Original Dent Viewer™ in your selected size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreestanding components where applicable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect your size and add The Original Dent Viewer™ to your damage-documentation process today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collision Edge","offers":[{"title":"Standard — 10\" × 13\"","offer_id":51161112969252,"sku":"CE.DENTVIEW2","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MD — 16\" × 24\"","offer_id":51161113002020,"sku":"CE.DENTVW-MD","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL — 16\" × 48\"","offer_id":51161113034788,"sku":"CE.DENTVIEWXL","price":289.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/4860\/5732\/files\/Dent_Viewer_Standard_4633dcb7-cc31-4783-98f1-003e0daf6962.png?v=1784982609","url":"https:\/\/collisionedge.com\/products\/the-dent-viewer","provider":"Collision Edge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}