How to Save Your Car from Holi Colors and Make It Stain-Free
Holi is just on the door, and the festival mood is around. While getting ready for the colorful celebration of Holi, we should be concerned with something more than coloring. If you are an automobile owner, you would be aware of how tough it is to remove the Holi colors from your car body. If not managed properly, these colors can ruin the paint of your vehicle with persistent stains. But don't worry! In this blog, we will teach you how to keep your vehicle safe from Holi colors so that you do not have to deal with persistent stains later on. Prevention is better than cure!
How to Protect Your Car from Holi Colors
Taking precautions can save you a lot of time and effort in the future. Do this:
1. Use a High-Quality Car Cover
The best way to protect your car from unwanted stains is to buy a car cover. Neodrift's car body cover can protect your car from Holi colours, dust, and other weather conditions. The ideal car cover is a cover that does not let any colour enter the interior and spoil the paint.
2. Apply a Protective Wax Coating
Waxing your car before Holi festival gives a smooth finish, and it is difficult for colors to stick. This extra layer of protection helps in easy cleaning and does not allow stains to become permanent.
3. Park in a Covered Area
Park your car in a garage or under a covered parking lot if available. This minimizes the chances of it getting exposed to colored powders and water balloons.
4. Utilize a Transparent Plastic Sheet
As an added protection, you can also wrap your vehicle using a plastic sheet and seal it with tape. This will be helpful in the event that you do not have any means to access a car cover.
How to Remove Holi Colors from Your Car Safely
If your vehicle is smeared with natural Holi colors or synthetic colors, clean it in the following manner without damaging the paint. These procedures make use of easily available products to Indian automobile owners:
1. Rinse with Cold Water First
It is essential to wash your vehicle with cold water first before applying any cleaning material. This helps to remove as much color as possible. Hot water should be avoided because it allows the colors to settle into the paint.
2. Apply a pH-neutral Car Shampoo
Apply a pH-neutral mild car shampoo. 3M, Formula 1, or Wavex is easily available in India. Apply it with water and gently massage the affected parts using a soft sponge or microfiber cloth. Don't use harsh chemicals or house detergents since they strip away the paint.
3. Apply a Vinegar and Baking Soda Solution
For persistent stains, prepare a vinegar and baking soda mixture, which are readily available in Indian households. Spray it over the to-be-targeted areas and allow it to settle for some minutes prior to soft cloth scrubbing. Discoloration is destroyed through this chemical-free remedy without harming the surface.
4. Deep Clean with a Clay Bar
If there are stains left even after washing, a clay bar can be utilized to clean the surface of your vehicle of contaminants. A clay bar is available from brands such as 3M and Meguiar's and can be bought at automobile outlets or online in India.
5. Polish and Wax the Car After Cleaning
After completely removing the colors, then use a coat of polish and wax to restore the shine of the car and apply a protective coat for the future. Turtle Wax and Formula 1 are two good products available in India easily.
Some Car Care Tips for Holi Festival Aside from Above Mentioned
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Don't leave colors on your car for too long; the quicker you wash, wax, and condition, the better.
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Never scrub too hard, as it will scratch.
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When colors are inside, gently wipe them off with a mild upholstery cleaner such as 3M or Sonax. For surface cleaning without scratching the surface, use Neodrift's 800 GSM microfiber cloth to easily wipe away stains without damaging your car's interior.
By taking these precautions and removal steps, you can have hassle-free Holi celebrations without worrying about the condition of your vehicle.
Conclusion
Holi, a time to rejoice, not on your vehicle's appearance though. It simply needs some preparatory defensive precautions, such as you must make use of a Neodrift car cover, and the correct cleaning techniques to avoid giving entry to any stain and damage.
Wishing You a Very Happy Holi in Advance—festivity in senses and let your vehicle look pretty!