Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof - DetailCity.org

crobinso · 09-21-2005, 12:19 PM

A reader on The Motley Fool has a problem: his car was vandalized by someone dumping a whole quart of blue latex paint onto the roof of his white car. They even left the can. He tried to clean it off, but his roof is now a light blue color.

People have recommended that he clay his car to remove the residue.

How would y'all handle this problem, short of filing an insurance claim?

Charles

Jngrbrdman · 09-21-2005, 12:20 PM

I would probably try some mineral spirits on it to see what that did. If I didn't see an immediate improvement, then I would file an insurance claim. Not everything can be fixed in the garage. I would file the claim and say "Whoo hoo!! New paint job!"

Picus · 09-21-2005, 12:57 PM

Mineral spirits is a good idea. If that didn't work I'd try polishing a small section with some light cut polish, maybe SSR 2 or Optimum polish on a polishing pad. if that didn't do anything definitely file the insurance claim.

CharlesW · 09-21-2005, 04:30 PM

Just a thought.
If the car had some wax/sealant on it, the latex paint might almost peel off in large pieces. Try rubbing it with your thumb to see if you can start some of it coming loose.
Latex paint seems to not adhere as well as some paints which in this case would be a good thing.

Charles

Brenton · 09-21-2005, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CharlesW

Just a thought.
If the car had some wax/sealant on it, the latex paint might almost peel off in large pieces. Try rubbing it with your thumb to see if you can start some of it coming loose.
Latex paint seems to not adhere as well as some paints which in this case would be a good thing.

Charles

That's a good idea.
Also, if he is going to repaint, get permission from the insurance company to try some things. For example, paint thinners for latex don't always thing base/clear paint jobs on cars. Try everything you can learn:
1. Compounding
2. Claying
3. Plastic Razor blade & a heat gun (not too close)
4. Methyl Hydrate, then move to heavier thinners

This is your chance--and you can't make it any worse!

pappy · 09-21-2005, 07:01 PM

i say just go to the insurance company skip all the fuss bucause if you make it worse than it is then maybe they wont give u the money.

jaybs02 · 09-21-2005, 07:38 PM

I would personally recomend going to the insurance company first.
Because if it does not come off, the insurance may deney the claim(for what ever reason) and then he is stuck with a funky blue car, that he may have to pay for to repaint.

JMHO
"J"

Beemerboy · 09-21-2005, 08:27 PM

The insurance would be a good start and then as someone said see if they would let you try some other things beside repaint.....I know that laquer thinner will take it off but that's super agressive.....I've used it but then it takes allot of care to get off.....try mineral sprits, polish to start then work your way up..Hard to say unless you can put your hands on it

probegt · 09-21-2005, 11:43 PM

Since latex paint is a water based paint it should come off it should come off easily if he has a good coat of wax or sealant. I would also call the local paint store and ask for suggestions.

09-21-2005, 12:19 PM	#1 (permalink)
crobinso The Grand Marquis Man Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Accokeek, MD USA Posts: 380	Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof A reader on The Motley Fool has a problem: his car was vandalized by someone dumping a whole quart of blue latex paint onto the roof of his white car. They even left the can. He tried to clean it off, but his roof is now a light blue color. People have recommended that he clay his car to remove the residue. How would y'all handle this problem, short of filing an insurance claim? Charles

09-21-2005, 12:20 PM	#2 (permalink)
Jngrbrdman Obsessive Compulsive Detailer Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: ...a state of confusion Posts: 3,056	Re: Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof I would probably try some mineral spirits on it to see what that did. If I didn't see an immediate improvement, then I would file an insurance claim. Not everything can be fixed in the garage. I would file the claim and say "Whoo hoo!! New paint job!" __________________ ~ ~ www.OCDetails.com ~ ~ Obsessive Compulsive Detailing shouldn't be cured.... ....it should be Encouraged!

09-21-2005, 12:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
Picus Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 106	Re: Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof Mineral spirits is a good idea. If that didn't work I'd try polishing a small section with some light cut polish, maybe SSR 2 or Optimum polish on a polishing pad. if that didn't do anything definitely file the insurance claim.

09-21-2005, 04:30 PM	#4 (permalink)
CharlesW The Rainmaker Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Ankeny, Iowa Posts: 7,013	Re: Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof Just a thought. If the car had some wax/sealant on it, the latex paint might almost peel off in large pieces. Try rubbing it with your thumb to see if you can start some of it coming loose. Latex paint seems to not adhere as well as some paints which in this case would be a good thing. Charles

09-21-2005, 07:01 PM	#6 (permalink)
pappy Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 474	Re: Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof i say just go to the insurance company skip all the fuss bucause if you make it worse than it is then maybe they wont give u the money.

09-21-2005, 07:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
jaybs02 OBEY ME Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Quahog Rhode Island Posts: 2,980	Re: Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof I would personally recomend going to the insurance company first. Because if it does not come off, the insurance may deney the claim(for what ever reason) and then he is stuck with a funky blue car, that he may have to pay for to repaint. JMHO "J" __________________ 02 Bronzemist Oldsmobile Alero Acronym List (update) / Mfg. Pad Colors / Picture Posting & Resizing

09-21-2005, 08:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
Beemerboy Just One More Coat Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Sonoma County, CA Posts: 7,128	Re: Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof The insurance would be a good start and then as someone said see if they would let you try some other things beside repaint.....I know that laquer thinner will take it off but that's super agressive.....I've used it but then it takes allot of care to get off.....try mineral sprits, polish to start then work your way up..Hard to say unless you can put your hands on it __________________ Old Enough To Know Better, Too Stupid To Care.... Dave's Detailing Sonoma County, CA

09-21-2005, 11:43 PM	#9 (permalink)
probegt Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Shreveport/Bossier Louisiana Posts: 399	Re: Whole Quart Of Latex Paint On Roof Since latex paint is a water based paint it should come off it should come off easily if he has a good coat of wax or sealant. I would also call the local paint store and ask for suggestions.

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