How to Remove Oil Film from Car Windows?
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Here are methods to remove oil film from car windows: 1. Dishwashing liquid: Dishwashing liquid contains hydrophilic and lipophilic groups, which can emulsify oil and water, effectively removing oil stains. 2. Oil film cleaner: Spray the cleaner evenly on the glass, then wipe it with a car wash towel or sponge for better cleaning results. 3. Toothpaste: Toothpaste contains abrasive particles that can polish the surface. Evenly wiping can clean the pores on the glass surface and remove the oil film. 4. Eraser, car wash clay, or newspaper: An eraser and car wash clay can scrub off the oil film, while newspaper has some oil-absorbing effect. Dip it in water and wipe repeatedly several times to remove the oil film.
That oily film on the car windshield is really annoying. I've tried many methods and found that mixing dish soap with water at home works quite well. First, wet the glass and apply a layer of the soapy water, then gently scrub with a soft brush before rinsing it off. If the oil film is thick, squeeze some toothpaste onto a sponge and rub the glass in circular motions for five minutes, then rinse with clean water and dry with a cloth. Another trick is to mix white vinegar with warm water and use old newspaper to wipe the glass back and forth. The vinegar smell is strong, but the effect is excellent. Never use hard objects like steel wool to scrape the glass, as it will leave scratches. After each rain, I wipe the edges of the glass to prevent water stains from accumulating and forming new oil films. Cleaning this way lasts at least two months, and driving visibility becomes much clearer.
To deal with glass oil film, I always use professional oil film remover, which costs only a few dozen yuan when bought online. The operation is very simple: first spray the glass with water, apply the remover and wait two minutes for it to decompose the oil stains, then use the included sponge block to scrub in circles for three minutes, and finally rinse it off with a high-pressure water gun. Remember to wear gloves, as the cleaner can be slightly irritating to the skin. After cleaning the glass, it's best to spray a layer of glass water repellent, so rainwater will slide off automatically and is less likely to get dirty. I deal with oil film once a month when maintaining my car, especially on the front windshield, which greatly improves visibility and driving safety. If the oil film area is large, using a special scraper with the cleaner is more labor-saving than manual wiping.
