Q: Some bird droppings got on my car at the airport long term parking area. They were on there for some 2-3 weeks. After a thorough washing, ‘spots’ still exist. How can I remove the spots?
A: Bird droppings can actually eat all the way through your paint – down to the bare metal. This is a common problem with farming equipment, which is stored for months at a time in areas where pigeons roost. The most important thing is to remove the droppings as soon as possible – which can be done by flooding the area with water, and using a sponge and/or a mild soap if necessary. Once the paint is affected, you will likely need to use a very fine rubbing compound to get the affected area to look right again. Get some extra fine cut rubbing compound at your local auto parts store – you won’t need very much, so get a small container. Follow the directions on the can and the mark should quickly disappear. If it doesn’t, then you’ll likely need to proceed with some form of touch-up painting, followed by rubbing compound to properly blend the spot into the rest of the finish.
