Does Asphalt Remover Damage Car Paint?
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Asphalt remover can damage car paint. Here are some additional details: 1. Tar cleaner: To remove asphalt from your car, it is recommended to use a specialized tar cleaner. Tar cleaner is a powerful cleaning agent with certain corrosive properties. Prolonged residue of tar cleaner can corrode car paint. After using tar cleaner to remove asphalt from your car, rinse it with clean water to avoid any cleaner residue. 2. Main components of asphalt: The main components of asphalt are hydrocarbons, which are hydrophobic materials that are insoluble in water but soluble in carbon disulfide. Specialized tar cleaners can quickly penetrate and dissolve asphalt, effectively cleaning tar and asphalt stains from car bodies and wheel hubs, providing excellent stain removal, cleaning, and polishing effects.
I remember just a few months after buying my first car, the body got covered with road tar. In a hurry, I sprayed some tar remover bought from the auto shop without cleaning it off properly before parking. The next day, I noticed faint scratches and fading spots on the paint. Later, an experienced driver reminded me that not all products are suitable—some low-quality ones contain solvents that can corrode the paint. Now, I always opt for specialized, gentle cleaners. After spraying, I gently wipe it off with a damp cloth within three minutes, rinse with water, and finally apply wax to protect the paint—saving both hassle and money. If there's not much tar, trying a soft towel with warm water can also do the trick, avoiding chemical damage.