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Tips for the DIY car detailer
By Product Expert | Posted in Tips and Info on Monday, September 16th, 2019 at 8:26 pm
Five things you should know if you’re detailing your car
Do you consider yourself a DIY-er? Do you enjoy detailing your own vehicle? If so, you probably have a lot of pride in the work you do to keep your vehicle looking fresh. While we completely respect that, we want to make sure you know a few of the tips and tricks in the industry that can go a long way in keeping your car looking as good as possible. Check out these five different things you should know if you’re detailing your own car!
Wear protective gear
This is one often forgotten by car detailing enthusiasts. Chances are, you’re working with some chemicals that aren’t ideal if they come in contact with your skin or lungs, so dress appropriately.
Use car soap instead of dish soap
When washing your car, dish soap might seem to make the most sense since we all have that readily available. Unfortunately, dish soap can leave more streaks and strip away some of the wax.
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Use cleaners specifically designed for your car
All-purpose cleaners can’t be used for all purposes. While they work great on your kitchen cabinets, windows, and appliances, they can leave stains on your interior vehicle trim and seats.
Don’t detail the car in direct sunlight
Nothing is more relaxing than detailing your car out in the warm sun, right? Not exactly. Cleaning products will dry quicker on your vehicle when it’s out in the sun or wind, which will leave spots on the exterior.
Wash the wheels first
Wheels kick up a lot of dirt and grime and are generally the dirtiest part of the vehicle. If you wash them last, you may end up getting all that dirt and grime all over the exterior you just finished cleaning.
While these steps may seem trivial, they’ll really make a difference in giving your vehicle that awesome look. Learn more tips and tricks here on our blog!
