How to Remove Car Decals?
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Methods to remove car decals: 1. Use a specialized adhesive remover spray, available at large supermarkets or auto repair shops, and follow the instructions on the product; 2. Apply a hot towel to the decal and then peel it off. For any remaining adhesive, apply mentholatum, alcohol, or hand cream and wipe it off; 3. Use a heat gun or hair dryer to warm the decal, wait for the adhesive to soften, and then slowly peel it off from the edge. If there is any residual adhesive, use tar remover to wipe it off; 4. Use turpentine or mentholatum to remove the decal. After peeling off the decal, apply mentholatum to the adhesive marks, wait for 1 to 2 minutes until it fully penetrates, then use a plastic card or your fingernail to gently scrape off the adhesive marks.
Last time I removed door decals using the hair dryer heating method. Set a household hair dryer to maximum heat and blast the sticker edges for two minutes until the adhesive softens, then you can easily lift a corner. Remember to slowly roll and peel while heating using a plastic scraper - never yank forcefully. For the remaining sticky residue, applying medicated oil with cotton pads works wonders through repeated rubbing, more cost-effective than buying specialized adhesive removers. The entire process requires phone screen protector-level precision, especially on dark paint jobs to avoid scratches. Finish by running detailing clay over the entire car - it even reduces swirl marks. That silky smooth post-removal feel rivals brand-new car satisfaction.
