Cleaning Your Car Like A Pro

A car is one of the largest investments anyone will ever make in their life, so they want to choose one that is right for them. In addition, most vehicle owners like to keep their car looking like new, but they might not know how to do so without paying for a professional detailing service.

Fortunately, anyone can make their car look like it was freshly detailed if they are willing to put in a little effort. Having the right tools and cleaners will make the job much easier.

Interior

When someone drives a car off the dealership’s lot, the interior is practically spotless, but this look does not usually last too long. The new-car smell also tends to be replaced with a musty smell fairly quickly, but this problem can be fixed by having the right equipment. To begin with, people choose a cleaning product to polish up their dash and instrument panel. From there, they can use an air compressor to loosen up dirt and dust buried in the floor mats and vents. A vacuum with a hose attachment can be used to get in between the center consoles and seats. Finally, shampooing the mats and seats will remove invisible substances that can lead to horrible smells.

Exterior

When cleaning the outside of your car, hand washing is the best option. If people are going to use a car wash, they should bring their own soap and scrubbing utensils. Many people are tempted to use the foam brush, but this is a major mistake because the brush will pick up particles from other vehicles, which can scratch a vehicle’s paint. Once the car has been washed, people can use a spray wax or similar type of quick detailer. Both of these will add a little more shine to the car, and they will also protect the vehicle’s paint.

Wheels and Tires

While wheels may look a lot more durable than paint, they can actually be destroyed by using the wrong type of cleaners. A non-acidic cleaner should be used on the wheels as this offer a little more cleaning power than water without the possibility of oxidizing the wheels. When detailing the tires, people should purchase a tire brush and apply the cleaner directly to the brush instead of to the tires. This will help to ensure that the cleaner does not get on the paint.

Glass

The last thing people will need to do is to clean the cars glass. An ammonia-free glass cleaner should be used, and this can be found at any auto-parts store. A microfiber cloth can be used to polish the glass.

Keeping a car looking like it did the day it was driven off the lot is a feat that most owners would like to accomplish. Fortunately, the task is easy if people are willing to put forth a little effort.

Interested in a full car detail? Dave Arbogast offers detailing on any vehicle – no matter where you bought it! Call 877-300-9418 for pricing.