Paint Splatter Removal??

[Anonymous]

I was just wondering if anyone could suggest a method of removing paint splatters from my car?

Someone had dropped a pot of paint on the road. I thought I had swerved enough to miss it - but not far enough! Now my amber red car is splattered all down one side with white paint! The wheel arches are a total mess!

I have tried washing - claying and polishing but nothing removes it! Some splats can be picked off but there are thousands!

I've tried googling it but there are so many conflicting solutions! Anyone had this problem before?

Thanks

 

[Anonymous]

Have you tried tar and glue remover followed by Concept New Horizon polish ? Hope you get it sorted soon.

 

[Anonymous]

It is really going to depend a little on what the base of the paint is but, effectively, you're needed something to break it down. Something like Tardis would be my starting point. That should start to shift it I'd think.

 

[Anonymous]

Thanks for the replies.... Where can I buy Tardis?

 

[Anonymous]

It's only available in large sizes but it's great stuff and you'll use it over time to remove those nasty tar spots that appear. I'd recommend buying it here. Postage and packaging is free and they'll generally price match (but their comparisons do take account of any postage and packaging costs that other companies charge). They're a class outfit though and VERY reliable.

http://www.polishedbliss.co.uk/acatalog ... ardis.html

 

[Anonymous]

My suggestion was gonna be Tardis too

If it wasn't for the prats at the Royal Mail and their new fangled rules, I would have sent you a bottle!!!

I'd still say get some, it's excellent tar remover

 

[Anonymous]

I think tar remover will do the trick, but Acetone cleaner is great for removing paint, tar, stubborn stains ect.
It can be used on almost any surface.
You can get it in spray form or liquid.
I use it to remove tar on my Z without any adverse affects on the cars paint work, and also on my alloys..
I also use it on the chrome of our shower enclosures, pvc windows and doors, anything really when other cleaners wont shift the stains/marks.
PVC window installers use it to remove surplus silicon and clean up the pvc after installation.
It WILL break down the paint splatter on you car, then I would suggest a good polishing and finish off with a waxing.

I would recommend Acetone for any DIY'ers or car enthusiasts tool box, it's a cracking stain, paint,, tar remover.

Try this one or look for a liquid that you apply with a clean cloth and buff off.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MONTANA-ACETO ... 5667fa30e4

Ps.
Acetone tends to weaken with age, so just try to buy an amount you will use on a regular basis.

 

[frankvdb]

Just want to mention an option that won't cost you anything.
I've mentioned it before but it hasn't received the credit it deserves.
Take some old nylon tights and put some knots in them so you can hold them more easily.
If you make this wet the fine nylon structure has very good abrasive properties so with some elbow grease you can remove anything with no risk of damaging your paint.
This has always worked for me so I've never had to use any aggressive cleaning products.

 

[Anonymous]

Just want to mention an option that won't cost you anything.
I've mentioned it before but it hasn't received the credit it deserves.
Take some old nylon tights and put some knots in them so you can hold them more easily.
If you make this wet the fine nylon structure has very good abrasive properties so with some elbow grease you can remove anything with no risk of damaging your paint.
This has always worked for me so I've never had to use any aggressive cleaning products.

I think black stockings work better than tights ?

 

[DKZ5745]

They've always worked for me! But I've never tried them on my car though :lol: