What to Do When Someone Else's Paint Spray Drifts onto Your Car?
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Apply car wax to the exterior of the vehicle. Use the brush head of a polishing machine to evenly spread the car wax. Polish the wax into a mist-like state, then start high-power polishing until the wax is mostly invisible. Continue polishing for about 1 more minute to complete the paint polishing process, and the contaminants on the surface will be removed.
That day, someone was painting the walls in my neighborhood, and my car got covered in white speckles. I noticed it right away and tried wiping it off with a wet towel, but it had already dried. I took out a clay bar, sprayed on some foam water, and slowly rubbed in circles like cleaning a phone screen. It was really laborious but effective. Remember to keep adding water for lubrication, otherwise, the car paint might get scratched. For the really stubborn spots, I used a cotton pad soaked in 75% alcohol, pressed it on for half a minute, and then wiped it off. After finishing the entire car door, I noticed there was still a slight color difference compared to the original paint, so I went to a detailing shop. They used a professional polishing machine to remove the last traces and even applied a coat of wax for free. Next time, I’ll definitely avoid parking near construction areas—this lesson cost me a few hundred bucks.
My car was parked by the roadside and got oversprayed with paint. I was so anxious at the time. I immediately rinsed the car body with plenty of water, and while the paint spots weren't completely dry yet, some of them were washed away. Then I bought a specialized paint remover spray, applied it to the affected areas, waited a few minutes, and gently scrubbed with a soft brush—the results were pretty good. However, some areas turned dull after scrubbing, so I applied a thin layer of polishing wax. I'd advise against using gasoline or paint thinner, as they have strong odors and can damage the car paint. Later, I reported it to the property management, and the construction party compensated for the car wash. Now, I always check the community notices in advance to avoid parking near construction sites. Protecting the car body is actually like skincare—it requires careful handling.
