Performing a full car detailing involves a thorough cleaning and reconditioning of both the exterior and interior of the car. Here are the steps you can follow to perform a full car detailing:Exterior detailing:
Wash the car thoroughly:
Use a high-quality car shampoo to wash the car, starting from the top and working your way down. Rinse the car with a hose, and then dry it with a microfiber towel.
Clay bar treatment:
A clay bar helps to remove contaminants such as tree sap, tar, and bird droppings that washing alone cannot remove. Spray a lubricant on a small section of the car and rub the clay bar over it in a back and forth motion. Afterward, use a clean microfiber towel to wipe off any remaining residue.
Polish the car:
Polish the car using a machine polisher or by hand to remove any imperfections such as swirl marks or scratches. Follow the instructions on the polish bottle and use a clean microfiber towel to remove any excess.
Apply wax or sealant:
Apply a coat of wax or sealant to protect the car’s paint and give it a glossy shine. Use a foam applicator pad to apply the wax, and then buff it off with a clean microfiber towel.
Clean the wheels and tires:
Use a wheel cleaner and tire cleaner to clean the wheels and tires respectively. Scrub them with a tire brush or wheel brush and then rinse them with water.
Interior detailing:
Vacuum the car:
Use a vacuum cleaner with different attachments to thoroughly vacuum the car’s seats, carpets, and floor mats.
Clean the seats:
Use an appropriate cleaner to clean the seats. Leather seats require a specific type of cleaner that won’t damage them, while cloth seats can be cleaned with an upholstery cleaner and shampoo the seats carpets and mats to make if fresh and clean
Clean the dashboard and interior trim:
Use an all-purpose cleaner to clean the dashboard, door panels, and other interior surfaces.
Clean the windows:
Use a glass cleaner and a microfiber towel to clean the interior and exterior windows.
Freshen the air:
Use an air freshener to eliminate any unpleasant odors in the car.
Performing a full car detailing can take several hours, but it will leave your car looking and feeling like new.
