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It hurts when you discover that your car is stained with sap, not only because your shiny car is dirty now but also because of the effort you have to take to remove the sap.This work is often tedious, carries the risk of scratching the car's paintwork, and washing the car is hardly helpful. However, there are ways to make this task much easier. Follow one of the methods below to return a clean surface to your vehicle.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Wash the car with soap and hot water

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   Wash the car as soon as possible. The resin or anything like sap (in this case, bird droppings or insect carcasses) stays on the surface of the vehicle, the harder it is to clean. You will take the least effort and still restore the shine of your car if you act quickly.

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   Use clean water to wash the car. The car wash not only removes dirt but also helps you see clearly where you need to focus on cleaning.
   • Take the time to wash the entire car, even if it doesn't get the sap. If your car is clean and beautiful, you will be more satisfied with removing the sap.

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   Dip a microfiber rag in hot soapy water and rub it on the surface of the vehicle. Use the hottest water possible, as very hot water is most effective in softening the sap.
   • Before using other methods to remove sap, try washing your car in very hot water. If the sap disappears, great; You have completed the mission! If the sap remains, at least the surface of the car should be washed off, and you can try other methods.
   • Make sure to use a clean rag and wash it regularly to remove dirt and sap. The dirty rag will only make the stain spread all over the surface of the car.

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   Car wash several times. When cleaning the surface of the car, you will know if the job is done or if more effort is needed to remove the sap.

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   Dry and polish the car when the sap is removed. You have successfully removed the sap, but your efforts have also removed the protective wax that protects the vehicle's surface. You'll need to wax your car as you normally would, or you can check out the wax-polish tutorial if you've never done so. advertisement

Method 2 of 3: Bleaching with a commercial cleaning product

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   Wash the car with soap and hot water. Make sure to wash off any dust and dirt around the sap. If all attempts to get rid of the sap with hot water and soap have not worked, continue with the following steps.
   • Although the sap won't get rid of the sap, the warmth of the water starts to soften the sap and makes it easier to remove. This is also helpful if the sap has been on the car for a long time.

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   Buy a sap bleach product and read the instructions on the packaging. This product is commonly available at auto parts stores and is recommended for sap removal by effectively dissolving the sap without damaging the vehicle's surface.

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   Add sap detergent to a clean rag, then gently press the rag against the sap for about 1 minute. Detergent will seep into the sap, helping to break the bond between the sap and the car's surface.

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   Rub with circular motions to remove sap from the surface of the vehicle. You need to be gentle when doing this to keep the sap from spreading all over the car surface.

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   Complete with waxing and polishing. The car rinsing process will help remove any remaining sap or detergent that has just been used. A new wax layer will restore the protective layer on the car's surface, giving the car a beautiful and shiny surface. advertisement

Method 3 of 3: Removing sap with household products

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   Wash the car with soap and hot water. Make sure to remove any dirt and dirt from the surface around the sap. If all attempts to bleach the sap with hot water and soap have not worked, continue with the following steps.
   • Even if the wash doesn't remove the sap, the warmth of the water starts to soften the sap and makes cleaning easier. This step also helps if the sap has been on the car for a long time.

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   Use household products to remove sap. There are many effective sap bleaching products that you can find indoors. Be sure to use a moderate amount and test it first on an obscure spot before using it to remove the sap, as these products are not specifically intended for car surfaces.
   • Try mineral gas or alcohol towels. Mineral gasoline soaked in soft cloth can dissolve and remove sap, but also risk damaging the vehicle's surface. Do not rub too hard or for too long to avoid damaging the paintwork.
   • Try using mineral fuel and alcohol wipes separately. Try mineral gasoline following the instructions above. If that doesn't work, use 91% isopropyl alcohol instead. The alcohol evaporates quickly, so the moisture on the cloth is just the water left over after the alcohol has evaporated. You need to pour more alcohol to keep the cloth wet, light and fast operation. This step will help to easily remove the old and old pine resin stains.
   • Spray WD-40 anti-rust oil on the sap. The sap will begin to absorb the solvent. Leave it on for a few minutes, then you can use a rag to remove the loose sap.
   • Use hand sanitizer to remove sap. Pour a little hand sanitizer over the sap and let it sit for a few minutes, then scrub it with a clean towel, the sap will dissolve.

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   Finish with car wash and wax polish as usual. The car wash will help remove any residue of the sap and detergent left. Solvents that can damage the vehicle's paintwork will be washed off. You should also use polishing wax to restore the protective layer of the car. advertisement

Advice

• Use a popsicle stick to scrape away any new or old sap. The round edge of the wooden stick is soft enough not to damage the paint like metal or plastic objects. You can use this method alone or in combination with other methods.
• The most important thing to remember is to use just enough rubbing force. The goal here is to remove the sap without losing the paintwork.
• Goo-gone is another household product that can remove sap from your car. As with other household products, you should be cautious about using non-specific substances on painted surfaces. Be sure to test it on a hard-to-see area first before using it to remove sap stains.
• Try using a cotton ball to apply the detergent of your choice from the list of products listed above. This helps you to accurately focus on the sap and reduces the risk of damaging the sap-free areas. Plus, you can save a cleaning product for next time.

What you need

• Country
• Soap
• Soft cloth
• Resin cleaner
• Mineral gasoline
• Anti-rust oil WD-40
• Hand washing liquid
• Car polish wax
• Ice cream