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How should I get bird faeces off my paintwork?

What is the best method of removing bird pooh from the paint work?

Asked on 1 September 2010 by john keen

Answered by Honest John
When it's still wet, with copious amounts of water and preferably a jetwash. When dry it may be impossible to remove, because the acids or alkalis in it can penetrate the paint.
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