How to Remove Car Paint?
2 Answers
For minor paint spots, you can use specialized cleaning agents and car polishing wax to remove them yourself. First, spray the cleaning agent on the paint spots and wipe repeatedly with a soft cloth. Then, shake the polishing wax well and apply it to the paint surface, leaving it for 60 seconds before manually polishing. For larger areas of paint, it is recommended to visit a professional detailing shop for polishing treatment to minimize damage. Polishing is a method that uses polishing wax and a polishing machine to remove surface scratches and rough areas from the car paint. The coarseness of the polishing wax used depends on the extent of the paint damage. For example, sand wax has coarser particles and is used to remove thicker paint spots, but it can cause more significant damage to the car paint.
I've been driving for over a decade and have dealt with paint issues several times. If you're doing it yourself, sandpaper is the most economical option—start with coarse grit and gradually move to finer grit. Chemical paint strippers also work well, but opt for water-based formulas for safety, while solvent-based ones are more effective on metal parts. Sandblasting provides the most thorough removal but is noisy and requires professional equipment. Don't forget to wear a mask and gloves—inhaling paint particles is harmful. If the primer is damaged, you'll need to reapply rust protection; last time I cut corners, and it rusted through in three months. Choose a sunny day and work in a well-ventilated area so the fumes disperse quickly. For small areas, DIY can save you a few hundred bucks, but for the entire car body, I'd recommend going to a professional paint booth—their machine-baked finish is far superior to anything we can achieve at home.
