Not only does stubborn, dried on dirt such as bird droppings, bugs and tree sap look unsightly, it can actually damage your car’s paintwork if left untreated. Bird droppings in particular cause abrasions, stains and blemishes, so it’s vital you remove it right away. This kind of dirt, grime and muck is often difficult to remove, which is why we developed Simoniz Insect and Dirt Remover.
Simoniz Insect and Dirt Remover is an easy to use spray that makes it easy to remove harmful dirt from your vehicle’s exterior. It’s tough enough to remove even the most stubborn stains, yet it’s gentle on your paintwork and is guaranteed for all exteriors. Thanks to its easy trigger spray system, Insect and Dirt Remover is simple to use between washes to keep your paintwork clean.
For regular washes to keep your exterior shining, use Simoniz Shampoo & Snow Foam. This specially developed car shampoo contains added carnauba wax to leave your car clean, shiny and protected against harmful deposits.
Do bird droppings damage car paint?
Bird droppings, due to their acidity level, can cause significant harm to your car’s paintwork if left untreated. For this reason, it’s best to remove any bird droppings you see as soon as possible to prevent unnecessary harm to the paint of your car.
How to remove bird droppings from a car
In order to remove bird droppings from your car, it’s best to use a professional, purpose-made product such as Simoniz’s Insect & Bird Dropping Remover.
To use the product, spray the remover on the affected area and leave it for 3-5 minutes to break down the droppings before wiping away with a sponge and rinsing with water.
There are also DIY methods you can use as well, but for the easiest removal for you and your paintwork, we’d recommend sticking with a tried and tested method.
How to prevent bird poo on your car
To some extent, a bit of bird poo on your car is inevitable. But there are ways you can minimise it by being slightly choosier about where you park.
Our top tips are to not park under trees but to also be mindful of parking outdoors anywhere where large groups of birds congregate – particularly at the seaside.
For more hints at where you should think twice about parking, check out our dedicated blog.
How to remove bug stains from car paint
As with bird droppings, bugs on your car are pretty inevitable, particularly in the warmer months of the year, but you can certainly make them easier to remove by ensuring that your car is properly waxed using a product like Simoniz Original Wax.
If the pesky bugs are still stuck to your paintwork even when using a wax product, you can use Simoniz’s Insect and Bird Dropping Remover using the method above.
For regular washes to keep your exterior shining, use Simoniz Shampoo & Snow Foam. This specially developed car shampoo contains added carnauba wax to leave your car clean, shiny and protected against harmful deposits.
Keeping your car in tip-top condition has never been more straightforward with our range of professional products. For more helpful guides on exterior cleaning, check out our advice hub.