Insect removal without damaging the paint
Insects are the bane of every motorist and motorcyclist. After a long ride, your windshield, grille, headlights, and paint can be covered with the remnants of countless insects. Although this seems like an inevitable problem, it is important to remove insect remains quickly and effectively. They can damage the paint of your vehicle if they are left on for too long. In this article, we discuss the best methods and products to remove insects from your car or motorcycle without damaging your vehicle.
Why removing insects is important
Insect remains contain acids that, when they stay in contact with the paint of your vehicle for too long, can lead to permanent stains and discolorations. This is especially a problem during the warmer months, when insects dry out faster and become more stubborn. Moreover, dead insects can reduce your visibility when they are on your windshield and diminish the performance of your lighting when they cover your headlights.
Steps for removing insects
1. Preparation: ensure you have the right materials
- A bucket of warm water;
- Autoshampoo with protein-breaking properties;
- One microfiber wash glove;
- Ceramic Seal.
2. Rinse your vehicle
Start by rinsing your vehicle to remove loose dirt and dust. This makes it easier to focus on the insect remains. Use a garden hose or pressure washer for this. Make sure to reach all parts of the car or motorcycle, including the grille, bumpers, and mirrors.
3. Soak the insects
The soaking of the insects can be done by using an insect spray or by using a dirt-breaking pre-wash. When you are going to give the entire car a wash anyway, we recommend foaming the car with the Snow Foam. The Snow Foam It breaks down the dirt, loosens it, and mostly carries it away downwards. This way, you reduce the risk of scratching the paint.
4. Clean the car with a Microfiber wash mitt
When the insects have been released, you then wash the remnants with a Microvezel Washandschoen. De washandschoen removes insects from the paint easily. Thanks to the soft microfibers, you prevent scratches in the paint. Work from top to bottom so that the dirt can run down.
Use during washing a high-quality shampoo, preferably with protein-breaking properties such as the Wash & Wax shampoo.
5. Rinse and dry the vehicle
Spoil the vehicle completely to remove the last soap residues and loosened insect remains. Then use a Magnet Towel to dry the paint. This prevents the chance of drying water droplets that can leave stains.
7. Protect your paint and prevent stubborn dirt
After washing, it is important to protect the paint. A paint sealant such as the Ceramic Seal ensures that the paint not only gets a beautiful shine, but also makes it harder for dirt and insects to adhere to the paint.
Conclusion
Insect remains on your car or motorcycle are not only an aesthetic problem, but can also cause real damage if not removed properly. By using the right techniques and products, such as the Snow Foam, Wash & Wax shampoo en Ceramic Seal to use, you can clean your vehicle and protect it well, even after the longest summer rides. Don't forget to perform regular maintenance and protect your vehicle with a good sealant to prevent future problems.
Follow these steps, and your car or motorcycle will look as good as new, no matter how many insects you encounter on the road!
The-Paddock Top Tip:
When you have washed your car, but it is still full of insects after a drive, use the Quick Detailer to quickly and safely remove insects!
De Quick Detailer is perfect for quickly and effectively using insecticides. Thanks to the formula, no water is needed to clean your paint.
Spray the Quick Detailer on the panel and then wipe it off with a microfiber cleaning cloth. De Quick Detailer It leaves a beautiful shine and also a small protective layer behind.
