Exterior Detailing

Car Detailing Myths Debunked

As professional auto detailers, we’ve heard all the common car detailing myths and seen firsthand what the friendly detailing tip your neighbor gives you really does to your car (hint: it’s not pretty). Let’s explore what car detailers do and debunk a few of the most common car detailing myths. What Do Car Detailers Do? Car detailers are professionals who clean, restore, and protect the appearance of a vehicle. Detailers work in dedicated detailing shops that may be standalone businesses … Read More

How to Prevent Water Spots on Car Windows

Water spots are a frequent problem for car owners. There’s something particularly infuriating about getting your car freshly cleaned, only to have the spots reappear within days. It’s nearly impossible to prevent water spots on your car windows. However, you can take steps to avoid the source of water spots and try to minimize the residue that water leaves behind. Understanding Water Spots Before treating pesky water spots, first, you need to understand their nature. The source of the problem is not actually … Read More

Removing Tough Contaminants With a Clay Bar

It’s not always possible to remove every type of contaminant from the surface of a car using only water and soap. After washing and drying your car, put a plastic sandwich bag over your hand and touch the surface of the car. If the paint feels rough, it’s because there are contaminants fused to its surface that water alone cannot remove. To remove the more difficult class of contaminants from car surfaces, clay bars are often used. A clay bar is an engineered resin compound that … Read More

Tesla Owners: A Ceramic Coating is Your Best Choice for Eco-Friendly Paint Protection

These days, “cool” isn’t synonymous with “fast” or “impractical.” Your new Tesla is gorgeous and eco-friendly, with a good amount of power to boot. A Tesla doesn’t come cheap, though, and the best way to protect your investment and ensure you’ve spent your money well is with a ceramic coating. So, what is a ceramic coating, and why is it the right choice for your Tesla? The Basics of Ceramic Coatings Ceramic coatings form a permanent chemical bond with your car’s paint. In recent years, this technology has been developed and … Read More

The Best Way to Repair Car Paint Chips

My car’s paint is chipped. What’s the best way to repair it? One of the most common questions we get is from car owners who notice that their car’s paint is chipped. They want to know the best way to repair car paint chips. They often wonder if they can do it themselves or if they should have the chipped paint repaired professionally. Car paint was never designed to last forever. On a daily basis, it is assaulted by environmental pollutants, chemicals, and rocks. All of this results in the paint getting chipped and peeling … Read More

How to Correctly Care for Satin Finish Car Paint

Just about every car you see on the road today has a smooth, glossy finish. There’s nothing wrong with this, of course, but if you want your car to really stand out from the crowd, you need something unique. Satin finish paint is gaining in popularity among auto enthusiasts, giving a flat but striking look to your car. One thing to keep in mind is that you can’t care for satin finish car paint the same way you do gloss paints. Below … Read More

What Car Wax Does And Does Not Do To Protect Your Car

Wax technology has undergone many advancements over the years. The best car waxes can offer a brilliant, deep shine while protecting your car‘s paint from minor environmental hazards. In this blog post, we will look at some of the benefits and limitations of car wax. Today, car waxes are typically made of Carnauba, a yellowish wax produced by the leaves of the carnauba palm found in northeastern Brazil. It is this wax that gives the leaves of the palm their water-beading and repelling properties. A good paste or spray wax can protect your paint for 1 … Read More

The Benefits of Coating Your Painted Wheels

When you get painted wheels you want them to set you apart from the crowd, but not for the wrong reasons. Just like every other painted surface of your car, your wheels are subject to the daily wear and tear of driving as well as environmental contaminants like tar and dirt. In addition, your wheels are subject to damage from brake dust. Without protection, this hot, metal debris can easily damage your painted wheels, which can end up chipped and … Read More

What You Need to Know Before You Invest in Paint Protection Film (PPF)

When it comes to protecting your car from damage, paint protection films can be a solid choice depending on your needs. With a paint protection film, much like any other product, it’s important to know what you’re looking for and do your research before you commit. Here are a few things that are important to know before you invest in a PPF. What does a paint protection film do? A paint protection film is a clear film that goes on … Read More

Maintain Your BMW’s Showroom Shine – Apply a Ceramic Coating

BMWs are beautiful cars, with an understated combination of elegance and performance. The feeling you get from driving down the street and watching the heads turn in admiration is a feeling you can’t put a price on, and you want your new investment to keep turning heads for years to come. The reality is that cars are exposed to all sorts of wear and tear, no matter how hard you try to baby them, and even just driving to the … Read More