Hints From Heloise

Dear Heloise: Recently, while waxing my truck, I accidentally got wax on the black trim. After the wax had dried, I tried to buff it off the trim and it wouldn’t come off. It left a white film. Is there anything that will remove it? Don M., Cibolo, Texas

Here’s a homestyle solution that should do away with that film.

Simply combine 2 parts water to 1 part household sudsy ammonia. Next, using a clean white cloth and wearing gloves, dip the cloth in the solution and wring it out very well. Wipe over the white film, being sure not to let any of the solution get on the painted surface of the truck or you could remove some of the wax finish. Continue wiping until the film is gone, rinse with water and dry.

Then, just apply your favorite commercial product specifically made to restore and protect the black trim.

Hope this helps!

Our thanks to Art Nellen of the Car Care Council for his help with this question. - Heloise