8 Tips To Detailing Your Car

Did you know it’s recommended to get your car detailed at least twice a year? And to wash your car 1-2 times a month? All of this depends on your car type and wear, but this is the average recommendation. The best way to detail your car is to have it done professionally, but we know that’s not always possible so here are 7 tips to detailing your car.

1. Do wash the car before you detail
It’s best to get all those bugs, bird poop, dust, and pollen off your car before you detail it. If not your products won’t work like they’re supposed to.

2. Do use good quality products
Pay the money for the good products if you’re going to detail your car yourself. You want to care for your car, so don’t choose cheap products that might damage the car.

3. Do wax your car when you’re finished
This is an easy step to want to skip, but the wax seals all the hard work you put into detailing. It will help protect your car longer as well!

4. Do protect your own body
Most car detailing products can be harsh on your skin and sometimes clothes, so be sure to wear the protection you need for your body.

5. Don’t allow your car to air-dry
Air drying leaves so many spots on your car and defeats the purpose of detailing. This can also mean you left residue on your car, so be sure to go over the whole car with a high-quality drying towel.

6. Don’t use household products
Using products that aren’t meant for your car can damage the paint job so skip the dish soap.

7. Don’t use a sponge or bristle brush
Instead, use high-quality microfiber cleaning cloths and mitts. You won’t have to worry about them scratching the car or not cleaning well.

8. Don’t forget the inside
Your inside needs detailed too! Hydrate your leather, clean your cloth seats and floor, then detail the rest.

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