How to Deal with Cement on a Car?
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There are several methods to handle cement on a car: 1. If it has been less than 12 hours, first wet and soak the area with water, then use car wash liquid and a towel to slowly clean it. 2. If it has been more than 12 hours, the cement will have hardened. You can purchase some acidic solution from a pharmacy, dip a brush in it, and apply it to the cement. The cement will dissolve in the acidic liquid and can then be rinsed off with water. 3. Pour gasoline onto the cement, wait for it to soften slightly, and then manually remove the cement (suitable for large-scale removal). 4. Use a hairdryer to heat the area with cement. Due to the different thermal expansion rates of cement and plastic, the cement will usually fall off automatically. 5. Spray white vinegar onto the cement with a spray bottle, wait for 3-5 minutes, and then gently scrape it off with a hard card. The cement will come off in chunks. Afterward, clean the painted surface where the white vinegar was sprayed with car wash liquid.
Last time my car was parked next to a construction site, and the entire door got splashed with wet cement. At first, I panicked and quickly grabbed a hose to rinse it off, wiping with a wet cloth. Wet cement is easier to remove when it's fresh, but if it dries, it becomes more troublesome. I mixed white vinegar and water in a 1:1 ratio, dipped a soft cloth in the solution, and gently wiped the area several times to soften the cement. Never use a blade or any hard object to scrape it off, as this can scratch the car's paint. Finally, rinse thoroughly with clean water and apply car wax for protection. Always try to park away from construction areas to prevent such issues. Cement is alkaline, so wear gloves when handling it to avoid skin irritation. If unsure, it's best to visit a professional car wash—they use specialized cleaning agents that are more effective and save time and effort. Keeping your car clean is important, as stains left too long can corrode the paint.
