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This article was co-written by Chad Zani. Chad Zani is the franchise manager of Detail Garage, a car care company with headquarters in the US and Sweden. Chad lives in Los Angeles, California and uses his passion for car care to teach others how to take care of their cars and grow the company nationally.
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It’s heartbreaking when you find out your car has sap on it, not just because your shiny car is now dirty but also because of the effort it took to remove the sap. This job is often boring, there is a risk of scratching the car’s paint, and washing the car is almost useless. However, there are ways to make this task much easier. Follow one of the methods below to return your car’s shiny finish.
Steps
Wash your car with soap and hot water
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Wash the car as soon as possible. Tree sap or any substance such as tree sap (in this case bird droppings or insect carcasses) stays on the car’s surface, the harder it is to clean. You’ll lose the least amount of effort and still restore the shine to your car if you act fast.
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Use clean water to wash the car. The car wash process not only removes dirt, but also helps you see clearly where you need to focus on cleaning more closely.
- Take the time to wash the entire car, even if it’s not sticky with tree sap. If your car is clean and nice, you’ll be more than satisfied with the sap removal.
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Dip a microfiber rag in hot soapy water and scrub the car’s surface. Use the hottest water possible, as very hot water is most effective at softening the sap.
- Before using other methods to remove sap, try washing your car with very hot water. If the sap disappears, great; You have completed the mission! If the sap is still there, at least the surface of the car has been cleaned, and you can try other methods.
- Make sure to use a clean rag and wash it regularly to remove dirt and sap. A dirty rag will only spread the stain all over the car’s surface.
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Wash the car many times. When cleaning the surface of your vehicle, you’ll know if the job is done or if more effort is needed to remove the sap.
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Dry and use car wax when the sap has been removed. You’ve succeeded in removing the sap, but your efforts have also stripped the car of its protective waxy coating. You’ll need to wax your car as you normally would, or you can read our tutorial on waxing car polishes if you’ve never done this before.
Remove tree sap with a commercial cleaning product
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Wash the car with soap and hot water. Be sure to wash off any dirt and grime around the sap stain. If all attempts to remove the sap with hot water and soap have failed, continue with the following steps.
- Although the washing process does not remove the sap, the warmth of the water also begins to soften the sap and make it easier to remove. This step is also useful if the sap stain is on the car for a long time.
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Buy a tree sap remover and read the directions on the package. This product is often available at auto parts stores and is recommended for use as a sap remover because it effectively dissolves the sap without damaging the vehicle’s surface.
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Apply the sap remover to a clean rag, then gently press the rag over the sap stain for about 1 minute. The bleach will penetrate the sap, helping to break the bond between the sap and the car’s surface. [1] X Research Source
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Rub with a circular motion to remove the sap from the car’s surface. You need to be a little gentle when doing this so that the sap does not spread all over the surface of the car.
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Complete with car wash and wax polish. [2] X Research Source Rinsing the car will help clean up any remaining sap or detergent that has just been used. A new layer of wax will restore the protective layer on the car’s surface, giving the car a beautiful and shiny surface.
Remove tree sap with household products
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Wash the car with soap and hot water. Be sure to clean any dirt and grime from the surface around the sap stain. If all attempts to remove the sap with hot water and soap have failed, continue with the following steps.
- Even if the washing process doesn’t remove the sap, the warmth of the water will begin to soften the sap and make cleaning easier. This step also helps if the sap stain has been on the car for a long time.
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Use household products to remove tree sap. There are many effective sap removal products that you can find in your home. [3] X Research Source Be sure to apply a moderate amount and test it in a hidden area first before using it to remove sap, as these products are not specifically designed for car surfaces.
- Try mineral spirits or alcohol wipes. Mineral gasoline impregnated with soft cloth can dissolve and remove tree sap, but there is also the risk of damaging the vehicle’s surface. Do not rub too hard or too long to avoid damaging the car paint.
- You should try using mineral gasoline and alcohol wipes separately. Try mineral gasoline according to the instructions above. If that doesn’t work, use 91% isopropyl alcohol instead of mineral gasoline. Alcohol evaporates quickly, so the moisture on the cloth is just water left after the alcohol has evaporated. You need to pour more alcohol to keep the cloth wet, light and fast operation. This step will make it easier to remove old and new dry turpentine stains.
- Spray WD-40 anti-rust oil on the sap stain. [4] X Research Source 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 tree sap. Pour a little hand sanitizer on the sap stain and let it sit for a few minutes, then rub it with a clean towel, the sap will disappear. [5] X Research Sources
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Finish by washing and waxing as usual. The car wash process will help remove any remaining sap and detergent residue. Solutions that can damage the car’s paint will be washed off. You should also use wax polish to restore the car’s protective layer.
Advice
- Use an ice cream stick to scrape off fresh or old sap. The smooth rounded edge of the wooden stick is soft enough to not damage the paint like plastic or metal items. 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 stripping the car’s paint.
- Goo-gone is another household product that can remove tree sap from cars. As with other household products, you should use caution when using substances not specifically designed for painted surfaces. Be sure to test it on an inconspicuous area first before using it to remove sap.
- Try using a cotton ball to apply the cleanser of your choice from the list above. This allows you to precisely focus on the sap stain and minimizes the risk of damaging the untapped areas. Plus, you save on cleaning products for the next time.
Things you need
- Water
- Soap
- Soft cloth
- Tree sap remover
- Mineral gasoline
- Anti-rust oil WD-40
- Hand washing liquid
- Car polishing wax
- Ice cream
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This article was co-written by Chad Zani. Chad Zani is the franchise manager of Detail Garage, a car care company with headquarters in the US and Sweden. Chad lives in Los Angeles, California and uses his passion for car care to teach others how to take care of their cars and grow the company nationally.
This article has been viewed 9,306 times.
It’s heartbreaking when you find out your car has sap on it, not just because your shiny car is now dirty but also because of the effort it took to remove the sap. This job is often boring, there is a risk of scratching the car’s paint, and washing the car is almost useless. However, there are ways to make this task much easier. Follow one of the methods below to return your car’s shiny finish.
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