How to Deal with Odor Inside the Car After Touch-Up Painting?

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CassidyMarie
09/02/25 8:17am
Methods to eliminate odors inside the car after touch-up painting are introduced as follows: 1. Vinegar Deodorization Method: When the car is not in use, place a small bucket of water with some vinegar added inside the car. Water can absorb formaldehyde, while vinegar helps stabilize formaldehyde. After a week of effort, the odor inside the car will significantly diminish. 2. Charcoal Deodorization Method: Car owners can wrap purchased bamboo charcoal in clean, breathable gauze and place it in the trunk of the car. Bamboo charcoal can absorb odors such as formaldehyde inside the vehicle. 3. Lemon: Lemons have a strong fruity fragrance and contain a lot of moisture. Cut one or two lemons in half and place them in the door pockets or other areas where items can be stored inside the car. After some time, the odor will quickly dissipate. An immediate solution is to place a few fresh lemon slices near the air conditioning vents and turn on the AC. Soon, the air inside the car will be filled with the refreshing scent of lemon.
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RowanLynn
09/15/25 3:24am
There's a strong pungent smell after the car has just been repainted, which is quite unpleasant. I've encountered this situation before. The main reason is that the solvents in the new paint haven't fully evaporated yet, especially when parked in an enclosed space, the smell becomes more noticeable. I usually open all four windows immediately for ventilation, and it's best to keep a small gap open while driving to allow air circulation, which helps the smell dissipate faster. Additionally, placing a few bamboo charcoal bags on the seats or under the floor mats can effectively absorb odor molecules. The small packaged ones available online are affordable and work well. Wiping newly painted areas like door handles with a damp cloth can also speed up evaporation, but make sure the paint is completely dry before doing so to avoid smudging the finish. When the smell is particularly strong, I like to put some coffee grounds or lemon peels in the cup holders—they naturally absorb odors and work quite well. Remember not to smoke or spray perfume in the car to mask the smell, as this can make the air more polluted and harmful to the lungs. With a few more days of ventilation, the smell will naturally lessen.
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