Tar; Urine; Water Spots - Pontiac 1953 Owners Service Manual

This method applies particularly to types of white shoe
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dressings which contain only starch or dextrine
Of
some
water soluble vehicle. In cases where water insoluble
vehicles are used in shoe dressings, the methods of treat-
ment
will
vary. Where the vehicle is wax, as in the case
(BI.tk or Tan)
of block and ton polishes or dressings, the method described using
a volatile cleaner will usually suffice. Rub the stain gently with a
cloth wet with the cleaner until removed. Use a clean portion of the
c)oth for each rubbing operation.
Tar-Moisten the spot slightly with a volatile cleaner,
benzene, or gasoline (not ethyl) and then remove as much
of the tor as possible with a dull knife. Follow this operation
by rubbing the spot lightly with a cloth wet with one of
the aforementioned solvents until it is removed.
Urine- Sponge the stain with a clean cloth wet with
.t\
lukewarm soapsuds and then rinse well by rubbing the
stain with a clean cloth dipped in cold water. Then
apply to the spot, using a saturated cloth, a mixture
composed of one part household ammonia water and
five parts water. Allow to remain for a minute. Then rinse by rubbing
with clean wet cloth.
Water Spots- Water spots can be removed as follows :
7"!~~
Sponge entire panel showing the stain with a clean cloth
wet with cold water. Allow to dry and rub spot lightly
with a cloth wet with a volatile cleaner.
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