How to get decals off car body
Decals can be a great way to personalize your car, but they can also be a pain to remove. If you’re not careful, you can damage the paint on your car. Here are a few tips on how to get decals off car body without damaging the paint:
Use a heat gun
A heat gun is the best way to remove decals. The heat will soften the adhesive on the decal, making it easier to peel off. Be careful not to hold the heat gun too close to the decal, or you could damage the paint. Start by holding the heat gun about 6 inches away from the decal and moving it back and forth until the adhesive starts to soften. Once the adhesive is soft, you can start peeling off the decal.
Use a hair dryer
If you don’t have a heat gun, you can use a hair dryer to remove decals. The hair dryer will not get as hot as a heat gun, so it will take longer to soften the adhesive. Start by holding the hair dryer about 6 inches away from the decal and moving it back and forth until the adhesive starts to soften. Once the adhesive is soft, you can start peeling off the decal.
Use a citrus-based cleaner
Citrus-based cleaners can also be used to remove decals. The citrus oil will help to dissolve the adhesive on the decal. Apply the citrus-based cleaner to the decal and let it sit for a few minutes. Once the adhesive has softened, you can start peeling off the decal.
Use a razor blade
If the other methods don’t work, you can use a razor blade to remove the decal. Be careful not to scratch the paint on your car. Start by holding the razor blade at a 45-degree angle to the decal and gently scraping away the adhesive. Once the adhesive is removed, you can peel off the decal.
Tips for removing decals
- Start by trying the least abrasive method first.
- Be careful not to damage the paint on your car.
- If you’re not comfortable removing the decals yourself, you can take your car to a professional detailer.
