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How do I remove undercoating from car paint?
I repaired some rusty spots under my car but accidentally got some undercoating spray on my paint job. How can I get the undercoating off the car paint quickly and easily?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Repairing corrosion underneath your car can protect the integrity of your vehicle, especially if it’s not
under warranty
. Unfortunately, It’s easy to get undercoating on your paint in the process! But try not to worry—it’s easy to remove undercoat from your paint with a tar remover or paint reducer, a clay bar, and a fresh coat of wax.Follow these steps to clean off the undercoat
- Start by wearing goggles, gloves, and a mask for safety.
- Put some paint reducer or tar remover on a microfiber cloth.
- Gently rub the undercoat in circles to remove the paint.
- Repeat the process until the undercoating is gone.
- Clean any tough spots with a clay bar.
- Use soap and water to clean any remaining cleaner.
- Wax the area to protect it from further damage.
Remember, the paint reducer can harm your paint job, so be very careful when you use it. Try to make sure it only comes in contact with the undercoating and not your paint job.
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