How to Clean Cement from Car Surface?
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Here are several methods to clean cement from a car: 1. Within 12 hours: If the cement on the car has been there for less than 12 hours, it hasn't fully hardened yet. In this case, the owner can wet the cement with water and let it soak for a while. Once the cement softens, it can be wiped off with a damp towel. 2. After 12 hours: In this scenario, the cement is likely fully hardened. The owner can purchase some acidic solution from a pharmacy and apply it to the areas with cement. After the cement softens, it can be wiped off with a towel.
I know exactly how that feels! Last time I parked near a construction site and got cement splatters on my roof. I almost scratched the paint trying to pick them off with my fingernails. Later, at the auto repair shop, I learned a three-step method: First, spray the area with a vinegar-water solution and let it soak for half an hour until the cement turns white and softens. Then, use a plastic scraper to gently push it off at an angle. Finally, wash the area with neutral car shampoo and a foam wipe. Never use a steel wool pad! Someone in our car club tried that and ended up with swirl marks. Oh, and make sure to wax the area right after cleaning—cement is highly alkaline and really damages the paint. I always keep a dedicated cement remover for cars in my trunk. Just spray it on, wait five minutes, and the foam lifts the cement right off—works wonders for those cement stains along the door edges.
