Professional Car Detailing Secrets

Step by step instructions for Do-It-Yourself car detailing.

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Exterior

  • You will need:
  • Engine Compartment
  • Bumpers and grill     
  • Exterior rubber/vinyl
  • Glass/windows
  • Door jambs
  • Wheels, tires, and wheel-wells

Interior 

  • You will need:
  • Dash board / console
  • Cracks and crevices
  • Levers
  • Headliner
  • Sun shades
  • Upholstry (seats and carpet)
  • Odors

Tips and Tricks:
    Recommended materials for precision car detailing:

    Cleaning Materials:

    • Degreaser ( in spray bottle)

    -OR-

    • Mild detergent (in a spray bottle)

    (We recommend Formula 409 Antibacterial Kitchen Cleaner diluted at 9-10 parts water to 1-2 parts 409)

    • Glass cleaner
    • Clean rags (terry cloth or cheese cloth recommended)
    • Car wash soap or non-alkaline dish soap
    • Dressing Materials:
    Dressing/conditioners:
    • Interior vinyl/rubber dressing
    • Exterior rubber dressing
    • Leather upholstery cleaner/conditioner (if applicable)

    Equipment:

    • Wet/dry vacuum
    • Pressure washer/hose with high pressure attachment
    • Detailing brush or soft toothbrush
    • Bucket
    • Wash mitt
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