Removing Bird Droppings
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When you are taking your classic car out for a drive, you might like
to park it in a shady spot to protect the paintwork and interior. However,
bear in mind that a big tree that provides lots of shade will also provide
a lovely home for lots of birds, and these birds can be a car owner’s
worst enemy.
Bird droppings have a high acid content, which means it starts corroding
your paintwork from the moment it makes contact. The longer that bird
droppings sit on your car, the more damage is done.
However, this doesn’t mean you should grab the nearest towel and wipe
it right off. This is because birds eat grit and gravel to aid their digestion,
and these tiny rough particles can cause scratches to your paint if you
try to rub or wipe off the droppings.
So how do you remove them? The first thing to remember is always to keep
a bottle of salt-free seltzer in your car. This consists only of carbon
dioxide and water, so it won’t harm your paint. Take the lid off and shake
the bottle, covering the opening with your thumb. Once the pressure has
built up, point the bottle at the droppings and the blast should wash
them away.
If the droppings are not fresh, use a good quality paint polish to remove
the droppings and repair any damage done. Follow it up with a wax and
your car should be no worse for wear.