PPF water spots are a common issue in Ho Chi Minh City due to several environmental and maintenance-related factors. Here’s a detailed explanation and how to get rid of water spots on PPF properly.
One of the primary reasons for water spots is hard water. Hard water for public water supply which contains high levels of calcium, magnesium, and other minerals.
After washing, these minerals bond with the film surface, especially under sunlight. And it became difficult to remove without chemical treatment or polishing.
Ho Chi Minh City has a tropical climate with frequent sunshine and high UV levels.
And it causes a bad effect on PPF: UV heat accelerates the etching process, making spots more permanent, especially on hydrophobic or satin/matte PPF.
Ho Chi Minh City has a long rainy season (typically from May to November) with acidic rain due to air pollution and high humidity.
So, what’s wrong with your PPF?
Acid rain reacts with mineral contaminants and the top coat, creating etched water spots and dulling the finish.
The city’s fast-paced development contributes to:
How it causes bad damages on your PPF car?
Pollutants react with moisture, leading to bonded contaminants that appear as water spots.
Cheap car wash with vacuum near An Phu, Thao Dien (Quan 2) use improper car wash technice:
Why this matters for PPF cars?
Poor drying leads to mineral buildup, especially on horizontal panels like the hood, roof, and trunk.
Let’s get back to the basic.
Hard water stains are caused by mineral deposits left behind when water evaporates on your vehicle’s surface.
Remove water spots on PPF requires a careful and methodical approach. Because PPF is sensitive to abrasion, especially matte or satin finishes. And water spots can range from light mineral deposits to etched stains.
We have a detailed guide to identifying and safely removing them below:
Why this step is important? Because you can know if you will do it yourself (DIY) or contact our professional services to get the job done.
Don’t worry because these water spots on PPF usually fall into one of 3 categories:
| Type | Description | Removal Method |
|---|---|---|
| Type I | Mineral deposits left behind after water evaporates (e.g. from hard water) | Easy to remove with mild chemicals |
| Type II | Etched spots where minerals or acid rain have chemically bonded with the PPF topcoat | Requires light polishing (on gloss PPF only) |
| Type III | Etched and oxidized spots due to long-term neglect, baking in sun, or industrial fallout | Very difficult; may require PPF replacement |
We recommend professional service if:
You can continue this step if the water spots are Type I. Before trying any remover, do this:
Why it is important?
Because you don’t want to clean these stains and cause damaging the PPF. This makes no sense. And, washing your car can help you identify the water marks properly.
Yes, we recommend using the best PPF water spot remover you have. These chemical are designed to break down the hard mineral deposits safely on your vehicle. How to use:
If spots are light but stubborn:
❌ Not recommended for matte or satin PPF, as claying may leave shiny patches or alter the texture.
If the water spots are deeply etched and don’t respond to any of the above methods:
Sure, you can stop getting water spots on the car with the following tips:
What to do if you get rain right after a car wash?
Yes, we can check and remove water spots on PPF safely. Just drop us a message via WhatsApp or fill in this form. We will contact you shortly.
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