How to get rid of oil and grease on car doors

Cleaning your vehicle regularly helps prevent dirt and debris from accumulating on both its exterior and interior surfaces. In most cases this is easy to do, but oils and fats are more difficult to clean and remove than other substances. Grease and oil can also stain surfaces and reduce the value of your car.

With the right cleaning procedure, you can remove oil and grease from surfaces inside your vehicle, including car doors.

Part 1 of 4: Clear the area

Necessary materials

• Rag car
• vacuum

Remove dust or debris from the surface before attempting to remove oil or grease. This makes it easier to clean the grease or oil.

Step 1: Vacuum the area. Using a car rag, go over the area to be cleaned. Be careful not to get oil or grease on the cloth as this may damage the surface of the cloth.

Step 2: Vacuum the area. You can also vacuum the area to remove any dust or debris.

• Attention: Avoid sucking oil or grease into the vacuum cleaner unless it is an industrial vacuum cleaner designed for such use.

Part 2 of 4: Removing Fat and Oil from the Skin

Necessary materials

• Skin cleanser and degreaser
• Hot water bucket
• Microfiber towels
• Rubber gloves
• Soft bristle brush
• Sponge

After cleaning the area of ​​dust and debris, it's time to remove the oil or grease.

• Attention: If you plan to use a chemical cleaner, be sure to wear gloves to protect your skin.

• Attention: First test the cleaner on a hidden area and make sure there are no adverse reactions before using it on the entire surface. By testing it beforehand, you can avoid damaging the surface, especially leather, painted surfaces and fabrics.

Step 1: Cleanse the skin with the solution. Dip a sponge into a car cleaner solution mixed with water. Blot the oil or grease stain with a dampened sponge.

• Attention: When cleaning leather surfaces, use only cleaners specially formulated for leather.

Make sure the sponge you use is clean and free of abrasive materials that could scratch the inside of the door.

Step 2: Remove excess leather cleaner. Dampen a microfiber towel, wring it out, and use it to remove excess cleaner once the oil or grease is gone.

For stubborn stains, scrub the area with a soft-bristled brush to dissolve the stains.

• Functions: When cleaning leather, use a cleaner with additional protective properties to preserve and care for the surface.

Part 3 of 4: Removing Fat and Oil from the Skin

Necessary materials

• Automotive cleaner and degreaser
• Bucket (with hot water)
• Microfiber towels
• Rubber gloves
• Soft bristle brush

Step 1: Clean the cloth or vinyl upholstery. Use an upholstery cleaner to clean fabric or vinyl.

Spray upholstery cleaner onto a clean microfiber towel. Use a microfiber towel to gently wipe away the grease or oil stain.

Step 2: Remove stubborn stains. Another option for stubborn stains is to spray the cleaner directly onto the stain and leave on for 15-XNUMX minutes. You can also use a soft-bristled brush to try and soften the stain.

To rinse off the cleaner after you've removed the oil or grease, soak a clean microfiber cloth in water and wipe any remaining cleaner from the inside of the door.

Step 3: Use Homemade Cleaners. When cleaning a door of grease and oil, you have several cleaning solutions to choose from.

• Functions: You can also put the cleaning solution of your choice in a spray bottle for more convenient use.

Part 4 of 4: Dry the area

When you've finished wiping the oil or grease off the inside of your car door, dry it thoroughly. If not dried properly, water stains may form or, in the case of leather, the material may break or become damaged.

Necessary materials

• Hairdryer
• Microfiber towels

Option 1: Use a microfiber towel.. After cleaning, wipe off any remaining moisture with a clean microfiber towel.

Microfiber fins wick moisture away from the surface, making it easier to dry.

Option 2: Use a hair dryer. Dry the interior with a hair dryer. If there is a lot of moisture, or the material retains moisture, you can use a hair dryer to speed up the drying process.

Turn on the hair dryer on low heat and move it back and forth over the surface until completely dry. You can also use a microfiber towel to remove any remaining moisture.

While it may seem impossible at first to remove grease and oil from your car's interior, with some knowledge and perseverance, you should be able to remove them in no time.

Another option is to pay someone to professionally detail your car. If you don't know what to do, or if you need advice on how to proceed when removing grease or oil stains from car interiors, including doors, you can seek advice from a mechanic.