- 10/14/2025
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Tree sap on cars
You have probably noticed small, dense spots on your car when you park it under certain types of trees. These spots are sticky sap that comes out of the trees and falls on the ground and, of course, on your car if you park underneath them.
Many people do not know that this sap is harmful to cars, especially the paint, because it will stick to it and damage it if left for a long time. It can also obstruct visibility through the windshield, rear window, and side windows if it falls heavily or if the car is left parked under the tree for a long time.
Therefore, you must clean your car of this sap continuously and immediately so that it does not damage the paint and other parts of the car, and so that it does not accumulate and become very dirty and affect external visibility. Cleaning it will become more difficult if left on the car.
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Steps to remove tree sap from paint
Below are the most important steps to remove tree sap from your car, as follows:
First, wipe the sap off
If you find that tree sap has fallen on a specific part of your car, such as the windshield or hood, take a microfiber towel, put warm or hot water on it, and wipe the entire area. You can use some car cleaners for better cleaning.
Wash the entire car
If the sap covers a large part of the car, such as the front and sides, it is best to wash the entire car using a bucket of hot water and car soap, and scrub the affected areas until you are sure that the sap has been completely removed.
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Use rubbing alcohol
Rubbing alcohol has powerful properties for removing dirt and tree sap, especially from glass and windows. You can spray it directly on the windows and rub them, or mix it with hot water if you want to clean the car body so as not to damage the paintwork, then wash it off immediately.
Use cleaning paste
Car accessory and parts stores sell a special cleaning paste similar to baby paste, which is known for its ability to remove dirt stuck to the car body and windows, especially tree sap. All you have to do is pour hot water on it and rub it with the paste until it disappears and the car is clean again.
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Use insect and tar remover
If tree sap remains on your car after using the paste, it is time to use insect and tar remover on the areas where the sap is stuck. You should add a little remover to a bucket of hot water and rub the affected surfaces, then wipe it off immediately so that it does not affect the paint, as it contains harmful chemicals.
