NATHAN’S VEHICLE CARE GLOSSARY
Environmental Contaminants
Environmental contaminants are natural or airborne substances that settle on and may bond to vehicle surfaces.
Environmental Contaminants at a Glance
- Entity type
- Vehicle surface hazards
- Primary purpose
- Examples include pollen, industrial fallout, bird droppings, tree sap, insects, road salt and mineral residue.
- Important limitation
- Dwell time, heat and moisture can increase staining, bonding or etching, making prompt safe removal important.
How Environmental Contaminants Connects to Vehicle Care
Examples include pollen, industrial fallout, bird droppings, tree sap, insects, road salt and mineral residue.
Dwell time, heat and moisture can increase staining, bonding or etching, making prompt safe removal important.