How to clean paint splashed on a car?
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The methods to clean paint splashed on a car are: 1. Use a tar remover to dissolve the paint. Spray it evenly on the paint spots, wait for a while to let the paint soften and dissolve, then wipe it off with a towel, and finally rinse with clean water; 2. Industrial alcohol can also be used to remove the paint. Dip a soft cloth in alcohol and gently wipe the paint; 3. Essential balm can dissolve paint and can also be used to clean paint spots, with the same operation as alcohol; 4. Banana oil can be used to treat the paint. Dip a towel in banana oil and gently wipe the paint to dilute it, then rinse with clean water. However, banana oil may corrode the car paint, so extra caution is needed when using it; 5. Gasoline can dissolve paint without causing corrosion, and the steps are the same as with banana oil.
I just dealt with this situation last month. For paint splashed on the car, the treatment depends on the type: If it's ordinary water-based paint, immediately rinse off the surface layer with a high-pressure water gun, then use detailing clay with QD lubricant to gently rub it off. Remember to push in one direction, don't rub in circles to avoid scratching the paint. Oil-based paint is more troublesome and requires a dedicated degreasing solvent. I've used Biaobang's adhesive remover with good results—first spray it on a non-woven cloth, let it sit for a few minutes to dissolve, then gently wipe. For stubborn paint spots, never scrape with a knife; instead, use a heat gun over a towel to soften them before handling. After cleaning, waxing is a must, as paint solvents can severely damage the paint surface. Wear gloves throughout the process, and it's best to work with a partner.
Cleaning paint off a car requires timing. The best time to handle it is right after the paint is splashed. Immediately use warm soapy water to soften the paint, then cover the affected area with a wet sponge for 15 minutes. Water-based wall paint can be removed with alcohol, but automotive metallic paint requires tar remover. Key reminder: Do not wipe the paint before it dries, as it will spread and make a bigger mess! If the splashed paint has already hardened, first use a plastic scraper to gently remove the raised parts, then soak it with WD-40 for half an hour. Remember to spray water to cool down after cleaning each section of paint. Last year, my neighbor didn’t pay attention while cleaning the paint, and the heat caused sun marks on the car.
