How to Get Rid of Water Stains in a Car

You would expect soda and coffee to stain the interior of your car, but water seems to be a less likely candidate. If you have ever left the windows rolled down during a rain shower, however, you'll know that water stains can be a very real and irritating problem. As stubborn as these stains are, there are several easy methods to eliminate water stains from your car.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Clean damp cloth Borax Vacuum cleaner with brush attachment White vinegar Spray bottle Ammonia Paper towels Hair dryer - cordless or with an extension cord

Several Simple Suggestions

1. Use a clean, damp cloth to wet the area, but not soak it. Sprinkle Borax over the area and use the dampened cloth to scrub it in well. Let the area dry. Vacuum up the residual by using the brush attachment.

2. Pour white vinegar into a spray bottle and mist the stained area until it is damp. Check the area in three to four minutes to see if the stain is still visible. Scrub the area gently with paper towels to help remove the stain. Repeat this process until the stain is gone.

3. Mix a solution in a spray bottle of one part ammonia to four parts warm water and use it to spray the stained area. Check the area when it is dry and repeat if necessary.

4. Wipe the stained area with a damp cloth until it is damp. Place paper towels on top of the stain and set a book or another heavy object on the corner of the towels to hold them in place. Wave a hair dryer on the lowest setting across the towels to help the water transfer from the stain to the towels. Check the progress after a minute and continue until the stain is gone.

Tips & Warnings

• It may be helpful to test each method on an inconspicuous area of the car before using it to remove the stain.