Your car paint is a statement. It's the first thing people see and notice when you pull up to a spot. Even before you notice the type of car or what the body design looks like, you'll definitely notice the paint color and pattern. The eye-catching nature of paint is definitely palpable, but it comes with some caveats. It's also super easy to spot defects and errors on paint and it's a great way to feel self-conscious about your ride.
While you drive, all manner of things is out to attack your paint. Rocks, dust, dirt, and more can plague your ride's aesthetic. While some of those things are easy to remove, other things can be pretty tricky to deal with. Toyota of Orlando is here with a guide on the most difficult substances to remove from your car paint and the best ways to go about removing those things. Check it out!
The Peskiest Things to Remove From Orlando Car Paint
Bird Droppings/Bug Splatter
These 2 substances are probably some of the most common things to
plague your car paint. Having your ride parked under a tree often leads to bird droppings appearing on your hood or roof and bugs are a natural consequence of driving just about anywhere. While they may not seem like a huge deal that warrants being removed asap, these substances are actually very acidic and can lead to stains and paint deterioration. White vinegar and distilled water can be used for bird droppings on your car paint and wet dryer sheets are great for getting rid of bugs.
Gasoline
Yes, gasoline powers your ride, but it can also be your car
paint's greatest nemesis. It's not uncommon to drip a bit of fuel onto your car paint around the gas cap, but over time this can eat away at the clear coat and leave stains. It's highly recommended you remove any gasoline left on your Orlando car paint immediately using a mild soap and water mixture with a sponge. Especially don't bring an open flame near it.
Fingerprints
Sometimes your Orlando car paint is just so cool and clean you can't help but run your finger down the body panel. Well, big mistakey. Fingerprints can actually spread grime already on your hands (please, wash your hands thoroughly people) onto your paint and even act as a surface that causes more to stick. So, try to resist touching your ride too much and, if you do, wash your prints away with mild soap and water.
Water Stains
Super pesky and difficult to avoid. Water is everywhere and not always a bad thing to get on your car. But, when water contains mineral deposits or is "hard," you best believe it will become the bain of your Orlando car paint's existence fast. Deposits, when dry, can leave stains on your paint and various watermarks that are ultra-difficult to remove. The best way to do so is to wax your vehicle with an orbital sander after washing to remove watermarks. It also helps to thoroughly dry your ride after washing.
Asphalt, Cement, and Highway Paint
This one doesn't happen too often, but when it does you need to approach it with caution and care. Asphalt, cement, and highway paint are very abrasive and designed to not come off of just about anything. If you drove through a patch of these substances while they were wet, you're in for a rough time. They're not impossible to remove, but if you do it wrong they can cause heavy damage to your car paint (cue FlexSeal guy). You need to start by gradually removing the substance using an oil-based penetrator. Think Goo-Gone or WD40. Spray and chip away at the spots slowly to avoid tearing off your clear coat or paint layers. If you've managed to remove the bulk of the stains, use a clay bar to remove some of the remaining particles and avoid scratching your paint further.
Need help getting rid of these pesky substances from your car paint? Toyota of Orlando can help! Visit us at 3575 Vineland Road today!
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