Stubborn stains on your car exterior can be caused by dirt, oil and bird poop. These stains can be difficult to remove. Proper cleaning might require expensive cleaning solutions and excessive rubbing. This may result in damage to the car paint. There are two main foolproof ways of removing any stain from the paint.
The first method uses a clay bar. Clay bars are safe to use on any car. However, if you haven’t used these before, it’s recommended that you do research in order to use them properly. These are recommended to use on small surface areas. Professional car detailers use clay bars to remove all the dirt from the paint surface.
The dirt essentially gets trapped in a clay bar as you use it. As you progress, you will need to fold the bar inwards periodically. This way, the dirty side of the clay bar will be on the inside, and you continue cleaning with the clean side. It’s important to fold the clay bar and not simply turn it over. This way, you will get maximum use of it for cleaning.
Clay bars ensure the removal of all dirt from the car exterior. However, the process also requires a clay bar lubricant. These are usually sold in a kit along with the clay bar. After this cleaning method, it is highly recommended that you apply wax on the paint. Otherwise, the paint will be exposed to the outside elements. The wax will protect the car exterior.
The second method is much simpler and much cheaper. While clay bar kits usually start at $30, melamine foam will do wonders at a fraction of the price. Simply apply water on a melamine sponge, and you will be able to clean off even the most stubborn oil stains on your car. Just make sure to scrub lightly. A melamine sponge is more aggressive, so you do not need to scrub any areas hard. A simple, gentle wipe will do the trick for a convenient price. Melamine foam is a fine abrasive, so test it on a hidden spot first, and wax the area afterwards, as you would after a clay bar.
