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You could try a bit of rubbing alcohol. It works pretty well on non-porous surfaces. If it has soaked into the surface, you may have to use a mild buffing compound, but this can have a negative effect on the overall surface and if you aren't careful you could go through the paint.

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Will caustic soda burn car paintwork?

Probably to some extent. Oil based base paint is acidic in nature, so I imagine sodium hydroxide will break it down - but you will be removing it layer-by-layer this way. Causic soda (NaOH, or Sodium Hydroxide) is a strongly alkaline solution. Car paint is applied in a kind of large over. There is generally a base layer, and a finishing coat. If you plan on using caustic soda, remember it is called 'caustic' for a reason. It will cause painful chemical burns to your skin on contact. If you do come in contact with caustic soda, you should use a mild acid to neutralise it (like vinegar [ethanoic/acetic acid]) Trying to wash off caustic soda will only make matters worse. If you want to remove car paintwork, you are best applying some kind of solvent - for example, paint stripper. Preferably one that is specifically designed for the purpose. All such products are extremely volatile, and give off strong fumes - and are probably quite nasty. It is also possible to burn off paint, but again it probably results in toxic fumes. For those planning on vandalising someone's car, please don't. Vandalism is the activity of a mentally deficient, mindless, sub-peasant halfwit.


Is a car a geographical feature?

No. A geographical feature would be a stream, city, mountain a road or another permanent object.


How does paint protect metal and what happens to the paint cracks?

The paint forms a seal and prevents water and air from reaching the metal surface and prevents corrosion or rust from forming. A crack in the paint would allow water to reach the metal and cause corrosion or rusting beneath the paint surface, out of sight until the rust becomes visible. A road chip thrown against a car's paintwork is a likely cause of pitting on a car - which spreads and causes rust holes in the car's bodywork unless treated as soon as possible.


What is the proper name for wet and dry paper?

Wet and dry paper is an abrasive paper that can be used with water and other liquids. This means it can sand some plastics and metals that dry paper cannot


How do you remove car wax off plastic trim?

Good luck with that. The best way is not to get any wax on the trim in the first place.

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sandpaper may work, power sander is faster.


Will kerosene clean car paintwork?

It depends on what you are trying to clean off the car's paintwork. If you are trying to remove road tar yes, but WD40 will do the same and not harm the paintwork. If you must use kerosene try a small inconspicuous spot first, and wash off thoroughly with soapy water and then rinse well


How can you remove suncream handprints off car paintwork?

spray WD-40 on the marks and they will come off not affecting the paint!


How can you remove white spots on car paintwork?

take paint brush, dip in red paint, brush over white spots ;)


Will sand damage car paintwork?

sand will only damage paintwork if it flicks up onto the side of the car if you want to avoid this go slowly


Why do people use car wax on their cars?

I wax my car firstly to protect the paintwork. If I don't wax it then oxidation and weathering can irreversibly damage the paintwork to the point where no amount of wax will make it shine nicely. I have seen nasty cars with faded horrible paintwork (especially red cars for some reason) and I never want my car's paintwork to look that awful. If I go to a car wash it will come out very nice with still the protective layer of wax maintaining the paintwork underneath


Ceramic Coating?

Ceramic coating is a layer of liquid polymer designed to help protect the paintwork of your car. This protective layer helps to keep your paintwork looking fresh and makes it easier to remove dirt, grime and other nasty things, making it easier to maintain your car’s appearance in between detailing sessions.


What marker is a free car marker in nfs prostreet?

the one's that say Free Car Marker and have a picture of a car on them.


How do you get permanent marker off of car seats?

ways to try to get it off -use Murphy pure vegtable oil soap - goof off


How do you repair damage to a car's paintwork caused by bat droppings?

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Is there any way to remove an egg stain on car paintwork?

To remove egg from paint work you have to act fast otherwise egg will attack the paint,get boiling water or very hot water and a thick cloth just clean the egg off as soon and quickly as you can,i know health and safety but come on guys use your common sense i know hot or boiling water just clean the paintwork as soon as