How to Remove Spray Paint From a Car Surface
A car can often be stained with spray paint as a result of vandalism or accidents during projects. It can appear rather serious, but the spray paint can be removed in a timely matter using the correct method and the proper solvents. The appropriate cleaning materials will be determined by the type of spray paint and whether it was freshly applied or fully cured. There are ways to effectively remove the paint in any case.
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Things You'll Need
- Bucket
- Warm water
- Car soap
- Cloth or rag
- Acetone
- Hose
- Dry towels
- Wax with rubbing compound
Instructions
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Fill a bucket with warm water and car soap to create a soapy solution. Scrub the affected areas on the car's surface using a clean cloth or rag; water-soluble paint that hasn't fully cured can often be removed with warm water
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Pour a small amount of acetone onto a clean rag. It can be found in most nail polish removers and is effective in safely removing spray paint from the thicker, more durable paint on cars.
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Rub the spray paint gently with the acetone just until it appears to thin. Stop once you can see the underlying surface of the car to avoid penetrating its original coat.
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Rinse the car of excess paint and acetone using a garden hose. Wash the area thoroughly with car soap and eliminate all moisture using dry towels.
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Apply wax to the ares to polish the spots where the spray paint has dulled it. Using a wax that contains a slight amount of rubbing compound will also reduce the haze.
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