Does Egg Yolk Ruin Car Paint?

Just a single egg tossed on your car by a neighborhood prankster and you're in for a serious headache. It is possible to prevent egg damage if you remove the yolk immediately.

Identification

• Egg yolk is acidic and reacts with car paint, according to Popular Mechanics. If left long enough, usually just a few hours, the yolk will etch into the paint and dull its finish.

Time Frame

• When the egg hits the car, it will start to ruin the paint. If you catch the yolk before it causes any noticeable damage, you can simply wash it off with a house and wax the car, according to Ask Men. Lighter finishes show damage less than dark colors.

Tip

• To remove an egg yolk stain, consider putting the car under the sprinkler system for a few hours and then apply car-wash detergent with a microfiber cloth, advises Popular Mechanics. For etching, you will likely have to re-coat the affects areas with new paint.