Removing tar from paintwork

catflea

Likewise with carb cleaner

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LandyAndy wrote: »

Cellulose thinners work well:j but clean the paint work immediately;).

Indeed, and don't have a lighted ciggie within 2/3 metres.:D

harveybobbles

Petrol or Tardis.

DCFC79

I used tar remover when my car got splattered with tar, sure it worked and im sure i didn't use anything else

bonjy

Autoglym Tar Remover worked a treat on my car, and the tar had been there for months.

hethmar

You do need to leave the tar removers for a couple of minutes for them to dissolve the tar.

cat0511

I'm an x signwriter if you go into a local vehicle graphics shop and ask them if you can get some tar and glue remover they may let you have some it's not the same as the stuff in B&Q etc and will shift anything without damaging paint work. Only available through specialist trade suppliers otherwise Cat

calebdylan

1. Clean off the area with soap and water.
2. Step 2
   Apply one of the following household items to the area: creamy peanut butter, butter, vegetable oil, mayonnaise or bath oil.
3. Step 3
   Let it sit for 24 hours to soften the tar.
4. Step 4
   Wipe with a clean cloth.
5. Step 5
   If that does not work, apply one of the following directly to the area: WD-40, kerosene or mineral spirits.
6. Step 6
   Let stand for 5 minutes.
7. Step 7
   Wipe with a clean cloth until clear.