How to Remove Glue Residue from Car Body

Materials You’ll Need

• Rubbing alcohol
• WD-40
• Goo Gone
• Citrus cleaner
• Soft cloths

Instructions

1. Test an Inconspicuous Area

Before applying any cleaning solution to your car’s body, test it on an inconspicuous area to make sure it doesn’t damage the paint. Apply a small amount of the solution to a cotton swab and rub it on a small area of the paint. If the paint doesn’t show any signs of damage, you can proceed with cleaning the rest of the glue residue.

2. Use Rubbing Alcohol

Rubbing alcohol is a mild solvent that can be used to remove glue residue from car bodies. Apply a small amount of rubbing alcohol to a soft cloth and gently rub it over the glue residue. Be careful not to rub too hard, as this could damage the paint. If the glue residue is particularly stubborn, you can let the rubbing alcohol sit on it for a few minutes before wiping it away.

3. Use WD-40

WD-40 is another mild solvent that can be used to remove glue residue from car bodies. Apply a small amount of WD-40 to a soft cloth and gently rub it over the glue residue. Be careful not to rub too hard, as this could damage the paint. If the glue residue is particularly stubborn, you can let the WD-40 sit on it for a few minutes before wiping it away.

4. Use Goo Gone

Goo Gone is a commercial product that is specifically designed to remove glue residue from surfaces. Apply a small amount of Goo Gone to a soft cloth and gently rub it over the glue residue. Be careful not to rub too hard, as this could damage the paint. If the glue residue is particularly stubborn, you can let the Goo Gone sit on it for a few minutes before wiping it away.

5. Use Citrus Cleaner

Citrus cleaner is a natural solvent that can be used to remove glue residue from car bodies. Apply a small amount of citrus cleaner to a soft cloth and gently rub it over the glue residue. Be careful not to rub too hard, as this could damage the paint. If the glue residue is particularly stubborn, you can let the citrus cleaner sit on it for a few minutes before wiping it away.

6. Rinse the Area

Once you have removed the glue residue, rinse the area with water to remove any remaining cleaning solution. Dry the area with a clean cloth.

Tips

• If the glue residue is particularly stubborn, you may need to use a combination of cleaning solutions to remove it.
• Be careful not to rub too hard when removing glue residue, as this could damage the paint.
• If you are unsure about how to remove glue residue from your car’s body, consult with a professional detailer.