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How do you get sap off of car paint?
My family and I went hiking this past weekend and when we got back to the car, there was sap on it. How do I remove the sap?
Will Baldwin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
What a frustrating end to a great day! You may be surprised to learn that the best way to remove sap from car paint is with nail polish remover.
Pour the remover onto a cotton ball and gently wipe the affected area. As the sap dissolves, wash away any residue with a paste of baking soda and water to minimize damage to the exterior.
Don’t rub too hard or you could scratch your car. If you do get a scratch or two, though, there are some ways to
remove them from car paint
and keep your car looking as good as new. You’re invested in keeping your car clean—why not make sure your car insurance is the best it could possibly be, too? Use
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