Showing posts with label interior car cleaning. Show all posts
Showing posts with label interior car cleaning. Show all posts

Monday, January 28, 2019

Mobile Car detailing – Sealants Or Waxs?

Sealants Vs. Wax

We get asked over and over again what is the difference between a sealant and a wax. Ultimately, they both help to protect the paint on your vehicle, but that is just the easy answer to this question. However, it isn’t that simple. Making the choice between sealant and wax comes down to climate, lifestyle, and personal preference. To truly understand what is best for your vehicle and you, we will be providing you with a rundown to give you a better understanding of both of these kinds of products.

Wax

Various products that are labeled as “wax” may vary significantly from combination polish waxes to man-made polymers, all the way up to Carnauba wax, which is the holy grail when it comes to natural waxes. Although the science of wax has developed over many years, enthusiasts, collectors, and detailers all agree that the wax that they prefer to use on their cars is natural Carnauba wax. Carnauba is derived from the Tree of Life palm in Brazil and the results that it provides may be characterized as bringing a finish to life. Wax sits on top of the paint and creates a liquid wet finish and deeper hues to give the paint a breathable and natural protection from environmental contaminants, oxidation, moisture, heat, and UV rays.

You may think the combination polish wax sound like another great choice and can help to eliminate one of the steps in protecting and polishing your finish. However, those products have a tendency to offer a compromise. With this type of product, the wax works as a lubricant but doesn’t enable the polish to be nearly as effective. Also, the grit in the polish doesn’t enable the wax to really coat. That is why we recommend that you properly wash and polish your car in order to remove any surface contaminants prior to taking any protective measures. As we will be discussing below, whenever you choose to use wax, you are selecting an option that might require more time.

Lifestyle comes into play in the sealant versus wax debate when we are discussing longevity. Some people really cherish the time that they spend with their cars, applying wax and buffing it up to a brilliant luster. On the other hand, other people would prefer living in the fast lane and simply drive. Wax is best suited for a slower paced life, for traditionalists who love how wax looks and are willing to invest the time every 6 to 8 weeks. A wax job’s durability will depend on things such as the climate and where a vehicle is stored. A car that is stored inside of a climate controlled garage helps to extend the life of its finish. On the other hand, a daily commute in a humid and hot climate most likely will mean that the finish has a shorter life span, which will require applications to occur more frequently to maintain your vehicle’s protective wax finish effectively.

Sealants

Sealants have emerged as the favorite of professional details due to its hard as glass finish, longevity, and ease of use. We like comparing it to the difference between high definition televisions and standard definition ones. Sealants are the HD option. Paint sealants do not have anything natural about them since they are man-made wonders of technology and science that draw the beauty of the paint out and protect it against anything nature tries to throw at it. A sealant, unlike wax which lays on top of the surface, adheres to the surface which creates a protective shell that can last 6 months or even longer.

Those who love wax will tell that the appearance of sealants doesn’t provide the same richness, however, we love the sealant’s glass-like finish; it is a personal preference. So if you would like protection and speed then this could be the best route for you to take. When it comes to detailing, the closest thing that you can get to instant gratification is sealants. The liquid application may be done easily by hand using a polisher or microfiber cloth. Applying sealant requires fewer applications to give your vehicle year-round protection.

Are you searching for the best of both of these worlds?

If you really love a waxed finish’s deep rich color but don’t have enough time to reapply it every few weeks, then you can double down instead. If you apply a Caraunaba wax on top of a sealant it will provide you with the protection and longevity of the sealant along with Caraunaba wax’s rich deep color. You have enjoyed the best of both of these worlds without having to risk the finish of your vehicle getting damage when you don’t have a lot of time.

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Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Using A Foam Cannon For Automotive Detailing

Learn About Using a Foam Gun or Foam Cannon

When the sun comes out, it’s time to bring the guns out…well, foam guns anyway. If you’re using just a hose and bucket, you’ll likely never whip up that rich, thick foam you get to enjoy in an automated car wash. Don’t worry, that’s likely the one and only time we’ll ever say anything nice about a gas station car wash. However, if you add a foam gun to the mix, you, too, can enjoy rich, thick foam. Using a foam gun will also let you use less water, and your rich, thick foam is going to adhere to the surfaces of your vehicle, as it starts breaking down contaminants immediately. You can either use your foam gun for a presoak or even as the main wash. Both of them can help you avoid micro-abrasion since it will both lift up surface dirt as well as lubricate your wash mitt.

You have two different options for foaming, which are contingent upon what equipment you have and your preference. Foam guns can typically be attached to any conventional garden hose, and a quick connection lets you move fast from your foaming into a fireman-type nozzle to do your rinsing; foam cannons, as implied by the name, need more water pressure because they’re the more heavy-duty version. Both of them can create a thick and lasting foam all across your vehicle. Some people in this industry will loosely use the terms of ‘foam gun’ and ‘foam cannon’ quite interchangeably. However, if you put it in television terms, a foam gun is HD, and a foam cannon is Ultra High Def.

If your car is dirtier than usual, you might want to go for the pre-soak before cleaning it with the two-bucket method.

The first thing that you should do is to put the car shampoo in your reservoir before filling with water. The soap is going to sink, so feel free to shake it up good after you attach your gun or cannon. Start with the roof of the vehicle, and then work your way around and down the vehicle. Overlapping is okay because it ensures that you get total coverage. The foam is going to start working instantly in loosening up any dirt that might be on the surfaces. By this time, you should have a nice, thick foam lifting dirt away and giving your wash mitt plenty of lubrication. The two-bucket method involves using one for rinsing, and another for washing; do this to ready your mitt and then wash your vehicle. Follow this up with a rinse either from the pressure washer or your fire-hose nozzle, before you start with any of the other detail work you have planned out.

Foam and rinse if you want a quick wash on a well-maintained vehicle.

Just fill your reservoir with water and soap, and then foam your vehicle from the top down to the bottom, using overlapping techniques to be sure the coverage is total. Let the soap do its working magic for around 5 minutes before rinsing off with the fire-hose nozzle or power washer. Then, dry the vehicle completely in order to prevent any water spots.

For the most part, foam guns and cannons can save you work, water, and time. Get one today.

In our business, we’ve always emphasized high-caliber work, customer satisfaction, and competitive pricing. Customer service has always been a top priority for us. We want to be the business in town that gives customers a great mobile auto car detailing at affordable prices. We’re looking to offer the cities surrounding you the very best in vehicle detailing that is both economical and reliable. We treat every customer as if they are family, and our approach is never repetitive or cookie cutter. We can detail anything you’ve got, be it an RV, truck, SUV, luxury car, sedan, or even a boat. We’ve got a team of specialists standing by to come detail any vehicle you have, and they can meet you at your home or your business. Our approach to detailing focuses on quality over quantity.

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Friday, January 11, 2019

Automotive Detailer Breakdown: How To Get Tree Sap Off Your Car

How To Remove Tree Sap From A Vehicle Without Damaging The Finish

It all begins innocently. In an effort to get out and get some fresh air instead of sitting on the couch watching TV, you decide to head to the park. After arriving, you pull into a spot, parking your car in the shade of a tree to keep it cool while you head off to spend some time in nature. What you didn’t take into account, however, is that trees and sap go hand-in-hand. Unfortunately, by the time you get back to your vehicle, your car may be covered with sticky spots of sap.

Chances are, you probably have heard a lot of different opinions on the best way to remove sap. A close friend or someone else that you trust may have told you that rubbing alcohol is the best option. Before you grab a bottle and dump it on your clear coat, however, take a step back and think about the fact that it could cause damage. To minimize the risk to your vehicle, try following the tips below instead.

To improve your chances of success, you should act as quickly as possible. The longer the sap is allowed to sit on your vehicle’s finish, the more water will evaporate. As a result, it will become stickier and stickier. As it sits there, it can also damage the underlying finish. At first, it may seem like the easiest way to take care of the problem is simply to take your vehicle to the car wash. As it turns out, however, the vast majority of car washes use cold water, which won’t do anything to make the sap softer. Instead, you need to use warm water. When sap comes in contact with warm water, it softens, making it easier to remove.

If the sap is fresh, you may be able to remove it simply by hand-washing your vehicle with warm water. If there is a lot of sap, however, or if it has been sitting for a while, you most likely will need to do a little bit of extra work.

For more severe problems, start by washing your vehicle by hand using warm water. Once you are done, take a close look at the finish, keeping your eyes peeled for any sap that was left behind. Instead of using your fingernail to try to pick it off, reach for your Detail Pro solvent spray along with a soft microfiber cloth. Spray the solvent on to your cloth until it is thoroughly saturated. Then, lay it over the top of the sap. Leave it sitting there for a while so that it has a chance to soften the sap. Because Detail Pro solvent is safe for vehicle paint, you don’t have to worry about it damaging your car’s finish.

Once the sap has been softened by the solvent, you can then wipe it away using the microfiber cloth. Repeat this process as many times as necessary until all of the sap has been removed. The solvent is extremely effective on sticky substances, meaning that it should make quick work of the sap.

Once you get to this phase, the only thing that is left to do is to remove any residual contaminants that were left behind. Use a spray specifically designed for detailing and a fresh microfiber cloth to wipe away any remaining dirt or residue in the affected area. To complete the cleanup process, protect your vehicle’s finish with a quick shot of Detail Pro Spray Wax.

We have always worked to keep our prices competitive and to ensure that all of our customers are satisfied. Our main objective is to make sure that everyone who uses our services is happy with the quality of the work that they receive. We work hard to provide the highest quality mobile vehicle detailing while still offering competitive pricing. If you are looking for an affordable, trustworthy company to detail your vehicle, look no further. We treat every customer the way that we would want to be treated. Instead of taking a one-size-fits-all approach, we take the needs of each customer into account on an individual basis. We provide detailing services for a wide range of vehicles including sedans, SUVs, trucks, boats, luxury vehicles, and even RVs. We can come to your location, whether your vehicle is at home or at work. Thanks to our experience and our high-quality equipment, we can handle any detailing project, no matter what type of vehicle you have.

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance.

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Thursday, January 10, 2019

Auto Detailer Breakdown; Fixing Hard Water Spots

Hard Water Spots On Your Car: Fixing And Preventing Them

When it comes to your car, hard water spots are a lot like freckles. They come seemingly from nowhere, and they get worse the longer you let the sunshine on them.

This analogy has its limits: Unlike freckles, hard water spots are pretty universally disliked. And they’re not nearly as hard to get rid of as unwanted freckles.

Yes, we’re going to spend this whole post on hard water spots. That doesn’t mean that they’re a nightmare, though! You don’t need hours of elbow grease or thousands of dollars to get rid of them. We’re going to be thorough about explaining the origins of hard water spots and (hopefully) just as thorough in explaining their removal and prevention.

Hard water spots aren’t hard to understand; most of what you need to know is right there in the name. Whenever water hits your car, the moisture will eventually evaporate. The solids suspended in the water, though, stay behind. There are endless ways your car could end up with hard water spots. Obviously, rain can cause them, but they might also come from errant lawn sprinklers, improper drying after a car wash, or even the neighborhood kids having fun with squirt guns.

Hard water spots can happen even if you live in an area with remarkably soft groundwater. Regardless of its source, most water that hits your car manages to pick up unwanted solids. Raindrops can pick up smoke, dirt, carbon dioxide, smog, and a host of other contaminants. Water that splashes up from the ground can deliver oil, dirt, rubber, or even gross bits of roadside debris like fecal matter. And unless you’re ridiculously cautious about filtering your water when you wash your car (hint: you don’t have to be), most washes will subject your car to all the minerals and chemicals lurking in your community’s water supply.

The solid residue that hard water leaves behind when it dries is nasty stuff. It doesn’t just make your car look bad. The wide range of potential solids we’re talking about includes substances that can cause serious damage to your car’s finish. Just think about the caustic chemicals that give “acid rain” its name. Hard water spots actually concentrate the contaminants and make them more dangerous as the water evaporates away. As corrosive materials in the spots eat away at your vehicle’s paint, they leave behind pits and craters that can retain more water in the future and speed up the deterioration of your finish.

Hopefully, that last paragraph made the dangers of hard water spots clear. The good news is that you can protect your car from this threat with relative ease. This is one of the best and most practical reasons to treat your car to a healthy layer of protective wax after washing and drying it. A good wax job creates a very literal barrier between your paintwork and the threats posed by hard water. The process is easy and affordable. All you need is a decent chamois to do the drying right and our Pro Wax to create the protective barrier.

Of course, this little discussion comes too late for a lot of us. What if your car already has hard water damage? This, too, can be fixed. In this case, you’ll need microfiber cloths and another pair of our products: Hard Water Spot & Scale Remover and Detailing Spray. Use the microfiber cloth to apply the spot remover. Don’t try to do your whole car at once; work the remover into one section (about two square feet) at a time. Apply the detailing spray after the remover.

Once you’ve gotten all the spots off, it’s time to wash your car. Dry it thoroughly and apply a good coat of wax to protect it in the future.

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance.

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Thursday, December 20, 2018

Mobile Car Detailers With Tips For Keeping A High Trade-In Value

Tips On Keeping Vehicle Trade-In Value High

Getting a new car is always a fun experience. Perhaps the main downside, however, is the rapid manner in which new cars begin to depreciate. The fact is that even highly desired models drop roughly 10 percent in value the moment they are driven off of the dealer’s lot and lose another 10 percent of value after the initial year of use. The first four years of a car’s life can see a decline in value of about 60 percent, with less desirable vehicles dropping even further.

Of course, this data can vary under different sets of circumstances, but the good news is that there are steps that may be taken to keep the trade-in value of a car as high as possible. The following ideas can help significantly.

Detailing

Having the car cleaned with professional grade cleaning solvents is great, but this is not all that can be done. Techniques used by professional car detailers can make all the difference in keeping the resale value high. Thorough cleaning on a regular basis can stave off the emergence of rust, paint fading, and other key problems.

Proper Maintenance

Dealers will want to be able to show used car shoppers that they car they are considering has been well cared for and has lots of life remaining. Smart consumers request maintenance records when contemplating a used car purchase. Stick with the maintenance recommendations provided by the manufacturer and hold onto all records of service performed. Do-it-yourself vehicle maintenance is not going to help the resale value of the car, so spend a little extra to obtain professional assistance. Address scratches quickly so that further damage does not develop.

Keeping Interiors Spotless

Resale values are certain to plummet if a car has carried smokers or exhibits a great deal of staining. Fewer than 1 in 5 Americans still smoke, making it unlikely that a used car purchaser will enjoy a lingering aroma of cigarettes. Whenever a spill does occur inside the vehicle, make sure it is taken care of immediately.

Condition Inside Does Matter

Sun damage can take a toll on resale value, especially when vinyl and plastic surfaces suffer damage. Try to keep the car garaged whenever possible and use window tints, screens and other forms of shade when you can. Detailing products that contain protectants can also go a long way toward keeping interior condition high.

Excess Miles

Cars with high odometer readings will always bring less at trade-in time. Therefore, keep miles as low as possible by using carpools, renting vehicles for long trips, using public transportation on occasion and doing many errands all at once. Mileage is such a key factor in resale value, that any steps that can be taken will pay dividends.

Custom Features

While it may be tempting to get some aftermarket details or custom paint for your ride, it is worth noting that these modifications can reduce resale value substantially. Try to stick with original equipment to get the most money on the back end.

Mechanical Condition

Prior to visiting the dealer to make a trade, have the car looked at by a trustworthy mechanic. Dealers will take a listen to the vehicle’s running sounds, and it is best to have any pinging or knocking eliminated in advance. Making a small repair in advance can produce real financial returns at trade-in time.

Dealers will make their judgment about the value of a car by placing it into a specific category such as super clean, clean, average or like-new. Getting the best deal at trade-in will depend on the car’s mileage, cleanliness, exterior appearance, and provable maintenance. Should a dealer doubt that a profit can be made from a trade-in car, it is possible that an offer might not even be extended. When this happens, it will be necessary to sell the car privately, which is a major hassle in and of itself.

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance.

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Car Detailers Tell You How To Clean The Carpet P2

Two Ways Of Cleaning Interior Car Carpets From Home Part 2

Second Method: Steamer, Carpet Attachment, and Griot’s Garage Polisher

Also, this is a completely different car. I sped it up 4x to not bore you and keep you waiting for too long.

Here I am using the polisher and steamer with the carpet attachments. To break the main stains up I use my steamer. Then I used the cleaner to saturate the area and agitate the carpets using a 6-inch Griot’s Garage polisher and carpet brush attachment.

This is of course for the professionals, more advanced detailers, or those who simply want to get very serious with the detailing on their own personal vehicles. I am using the McCulloch 1385 steamer now to agitate the mats further.

It can make a big difference between using a 6-inch Griot’s Garage polisher and carpet attachment and an upholstery brush that I used in the previous method. It is much easier to have a machine do the work for you.

You won’t get as easily fatigued since you aren’t putting as much down pressure in. Instead, the machines do all of the work you and all you have to put down is around one to two pounds worth of down pressure and it will take care of anything else.

Especially when you have a steamer and being able to break heavier stains up. It definitely will help you a great deal.

However, if you are on a tight budget, or just getting started, if you would like to get the same results that I am achieving here with using the earlier method I showed to you, it will just take you a little more effort and time.

You will get somewhat more tired since you will be doing the agitating by hand. That means you will get somewhat more fatigued, but you will be able to achieve the same results that I am getting.

Of course, the amount of time that I am taking to achieve the results that somebody else gets using only an upholstery brush has been decreased significantly. However, when I was first getting started and cleaning vehicles, I used cleaner with an upholstery brush to clean the whole interiors and achieved the results and my customers really liked the results so there isn’t any reason why you cannot do the same thing with only a solution and brush, along with an all-purpose cleaner to do the job.

You Can Use The Same System If It Is Fabric

The same method can be used with all types of fabric cleaning, I spray the APC, I then agitate with the brush and a polisher that has a carpet attachment in this instance.

I then follow up using the steam cleaner, and use a towel to mop it up and repeat this process throughout all of the fabric, the seats, or whatever else I am cleaning, and that will be around the same process each time I am cleaning the interior of a vehicle.

I am cleaning floor mats here, but once again, if it is door panels, it is fabric, if there is a fabric material, I will follow the same process in order to achieve the same results.

You can tell on your own that this process gives you great results. But if all you have is some kind of interior cleaner or all-purpose cleaner and a brush, then it will take you a little longer to complete, and you will get somewhat more tired, but you will still be able to achieve the result you are searching for.

Here is a quick tip for when you are finished cleaning any type of fabric, and that is to ensure that you push all of the fibers down in the same direction.

That helps things look much better. Rather than having some of the fibers going in one direction, and other fibers going a different way, if they are all uniform and pushing down in the same way, to the same side, that will definitely make your carpet appear cleaner since all of the fibers will be going in the same direction and it will provide you with a better overall appearance as can be seen here.

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance. Click here for the first installment of this article.

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Car Detailers Tell You How To Clean The Carpet P1

Two Ways Of Cleaning Interior Car Carpets From Home Part 1

1st Method: Cleaner, Brush, and Towels

This is going to be a very simple process that you will want to do with basic tools. Just do not go crazy with this cleaning. You are going to need to just spray the solution, scrub the area, and then mop it up with the towel that you are going to use.

You will want to mop it up right after you have finished scrubbing because it will allow the cleaner to keep everything loose for you.

The second application you will find is going to give you even better results. You will find that the results are going to change depending on what you are using, but you will want to see that we have sped up the video here so you can see what is going on.

The main thing that you will want to do is make sure you go faster when you repeat the process to get the results you want to have. It could be as simple as a single pass, but it could be a couple of passes or even four before the stain is removed.

It all depends on what you are going to be cleaning up. You will want to do this before. Even if you are not sure what you are dealing with you could have some problems in getting the best cleaning done.

You will notice you could have some issues with a small stain being left behind, but it is going to be a lot better than what the older look was. You need to realize you are not going to get the stain cleaned up all the time.

But you will have a huge difference in how it is going to look because of the stain being smaller than what you are looking at.

You will notice that a small improvement is a big change. This is the same process that you can use time and time again. You will want to make sure you have a short list of the tools and the products to use as this will be the main thing that does all the work that needs to be done.

This could take you just a minute. However, it could take you over five minutes. You may notice that you could end up taking several hours depending on what is being cleaned up.

No matter what it is in the interior in the car you will notice it needs to be cleaned. All that you have to do is get some basic tools and effort and you can get almost all of the stains removed quickly and easily.

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Houston Car Detailers On The Benefits Of A Clean Car

Why Is It So Important to Keep Your Car Clean?

Do you realize how much of your time is spent driving around in your vehicle on a daily basis? You may spend at least an hour in your vehicle trying to make your way to work and heading back home at the end of the day. Most people spend, on average, a total of 101 minutes inside their cars each day. However, most of those people do not even realize how much time they are spending behind the wheel because it is easy to lose track of time when you are traveling from one destination to the next and are simply worried about getting to those different places.

Although commonly considered just a means of transportation, there is much more to your vehicle than what meets the eye. It is something of importance to you because it makes it easier for you to get to work, go to the doctor’s office when you need to, and run errands at times that are most convenient to you without waiting around for anyone else or working with anyone else’s schedule. It is for that exact reason that you should take good care of your car, keeping it clean and in pristine condition.

A Clean Vehicle is Good for Your Health

While you do not need to go crazy and clean your car each day, it is still important to get rid of the clutter to keep it from looking messy. A messy vehicle could negatively impact your health while making you feel stressed out. While dust can accumulate inside a home, it can also accumulate inside a vehicle, which could potentially trigger your asthma or leave you feeling rather sick. If you travel with your pets inside your vehicle and they are sitting on the seats, it is even more important to give you vehicle a thorough cleaning because you will need to get rid of the pet hair.

It Leaves a Better Impression

If you are going to give a friend a ride, do you really want them to get inside your car and see a bunch of papers on the floor, cups on the seats, and trash all over the place? A messy car is going to leave a bad impression on different people in your life, such as the friends you spend time with and the people you work with, especially if you are giving a co-worker a ride to your place of employment. How would you feel if your boss needed a ride and saw a huge mess in your vehicle? You may end up feeling embarrassed by the clutter.

Imagine having a first date and picking that person up from their location. What kind of impression do you think it would leave on them for them to see the way that your vehicle looks? If it is clean, they will see that you are organized and take good care of your belongings. If it is messy inside, they are going to assume that you are a messy person in general and that is simply not good.

It Helps You Maintain Your Car’s Value

You may have an interest in selling your car and upgrading to one that is even better in a few years. If you are going to sell it, you could end up getting more back if the inside of the vehicle is in fantastic condition. However, if it is stained and messy, you are going to lose out on some money because the value of the vehicle will go down. Not only should you put the effort into cleaning your vehicle’s interior, but you should also regularly clean its exterior, making sure to remove bird feces, dirt, and any mashed bugs that may be on the windows.

By keeping your car clean, you are making sure it is still valuable. While making sure it does not lose much of its value, your car will continue to look good, which is an added bonus.

Because you likely spend a lot of time in your vehicle, it is a wise decision to keep it clean and organized. You do not necessarily need to clean it all the time, but you should make sure to clean both the interior and exterior at least once a week to keep dust at a minimum, remove stains, and get rid of any unwanted dirt.

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance.

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Thursday, December 6, 2018

Are Automatic Car Washes Safer Than Car Detailers?

Important Reasons To Avoid Automatic Car Washes

In recent years, automatic car washes have become increasingly popular thanks to the fact that they are fast and easy to use. Even though they are convenient, however, they may not be the best option when it comes to washing your car. There are a number of downsides associated with using automatic car washes including the following:

They Reuse Water

From an environmental perspective, automatic car washes reduce water usage by reusing the same water to wash multiple vehicles. Although the water is purified before being reused, there is a chance that it still could contain pieces of dirt and other types of gritty materials. Unfortunately, these contaminants can cause small scratches in the surface of the paint on your vehicle during the washing process.

The Cleaning Agents Are Sometimes Acidic

In an effort to save money, most automatic car washes use inexpensive cleaning agents. Oftentimes, these cleaners are acidic in nature. This is particularly true when using car washes with touchless designs. Even though they may do a good job of getting your car clean, the acidic nature of the cleaners can harm the finish on your car over time.

The Brushes May Cause Scratches In Your Paint Finish

If you visit an automatic car wash that uses brushes, the bristles from the brushes could wind up causing tiny scratches in the paint finish on your vehicle. If you examine your car closely after washing it, you may even be able to see light swirl patterns of scratches in the finish, which can keep your car from looking as shiny as it should.

Dirt Is Often Left Behind

Automatic car washes aren’t able to detect particularly dirty areas on your vehicle that require extra attention. As a result, they may wind up leaving traces of dirt behind. This is especially true with touchless car washes.

There Is A High Likelihood Of Streaking

Even though most automatic car washes are equipped with dryers, they typically don’t dry the car out completely. When you leave the car wash, any remaining water can cause streaks on the surface of your vehicle. Unfortunately, these streaks usually need to be polished away at a later time.

Hand Drying Can Also Be Problematic

The majority of automatic car washes rely on automated drying systems. In some cases, however, they employ attendants who dry your vehicle by hand. As long as the hand drying process is done correctly, it is generally preferable to automated drying options. Unfortunately, there are still things that can go wrong with it. For instance, if the same towels are reused on more than one vehicle, they can get dirty, which can cause them to leave behind scratches in your paint.

Keeping the finish on your car in like-new condition will help your vehicle retain its value. Even though automatic car washes are a convenient option, they can damage your car over time.

A much better option is to choose professional detailing like the services available at Total Car Detailing. Our employees are auto detailing experts, meaning that they will treat your vehicle right throughout the entire detailing process. Our company is accredited, which means that we are more than qualified to do any type of vehicle detailing that you need. We also are fully insured and are in compliance with the regulations set forth by the Motor Vehicle Industry Council.

If you would like to get a quote on how much it would cost to have your vehicle detailed, all that you have to do is contact us. Our staff is dedicated to providing you with the best mobile vehicle detailing in the area. We strive to be the best in the business and are committed to helping our customers get great results.

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance.

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Car Detailers Tell-All; Does Black Or White Stay Clean Longer?

Black Or White: Which Car Color Will Get Dirtier Faster?

Passionate car owners love having their ride clean and polished, but there are those that just don’t seem to give a flip about how their vehicle looks on the outside until some joker comes along and finger-writes WASH ME on the side or hood. That’s not most people though, so you’re not likely to ever find that written on your windshield. Some car owners are so rigid that they clean and wax their ride every single weekend. You’re most likely in the middle, as you probably only do it about once a month. If so, you’re like the average car owner.

It’s because of things like this that the color of a car is an essential factor when you buy a vehicle. Specific colors might appeal to you more than others, and each has its own aesthetics. Over time, though, the feelings your car gives you will fade away, and your ride is going to get dirty. If you’re like most other drivers, you want to keep the thrill and excitement that comes with the clean, shiny, polished look like you remember seeing in the showroom. This is when it occurs to you that only hard work is going to keep your car clean.

A Matter Of Black And White

Keeping a car clean has led to an ongoing debate about whether black or white is the better color choice for a car. Trends in picking car colors suggest that white is the most popular, followed by silver and then black. On the other hand, trends are sometimes misleading. So, what color is best for your next ride: black or white? White is obviously the most commonly used car color in the modern market. Many drivers believe that it will show off dirt faster, though, since it is white. The thing is, that’s not true. Black vehicles are actually the hardest ones to keep pristine. Cleanliness is an issue for any dark-shaded vehicle. Any speck of small dirt anywhere on the vehicle is going to show. Rainstorms also leave ugly marks, just as bad is if a car drove through murky water.

Black vehicles are also magnets for dust, pollen, and bird droppings. There’s also the matter of overheating. If you’d ever had the chance to meet Albert Einstein, he would have told you that black bodies wind up absorbing heat faster as compared to white ones. In short, when temperatures are high, a black vehicle is going to wind up getting ugly faster than a white one.

Although white cars don’t dirty up as fast as black models, they’re still not the best. They tend to get quite dirty if you live anywhere with volcanic soils or red clay. The same holds true if you frequently cruise down dirt roads.

And The Winner Is

White’s the obvious winner for car colors between itself and black, but that doesn’t mean it’s your best option. Other colors are actually easier to maintain than either one. These include taupe, champagne, tan, and light brown. Silver and gray colors also look good, even if dirty. Colors which are easier to keep clean can save you time, money, and maintenance over time.

We’re never that concerned with how many cars we detail every week or month. To be honest, our only concern is satisfying your customers. We know that our business will only thrive if we earn the loyalty of our customers. Given that, we’re always striving to give the area’s best detailing and service. We aim to be heads and shoulders above our competition, leaving our customers stunned with the end result when they come to us.

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance.

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Mobile Car Detailers Explain How To Remove A Dealer Decal

Mobile Car Detailers Tell How to Remove a Dealership Decal

Car dealer decals can be a great way for a dealership to advertise, however, they aren’t the most attractive accessory for your vehicle. They can also be a pain to remove. If you’d like to improve your car’s appearance by getting rid of the ugly dealership decal on your car, this is the process you can follow.

Preparation

Before you’re able to remove the decal from your vehicle, the first step is to thoroughly clean the area around it. This will prevent any dirt from the area around the decal from causing damage to your paint as you clean off the adhesive. You can simply wash the area with warm soap and water.

Taking the Decal Off

The trick to getting a decal to come off of your vehicle cleanly is to remove it under the correct conditions. Any type of heat will help you to soften the adhesive, making the decal itself easier to remove. Although it may depend on how firmly your sticker is attached, it may be possible to just wait for a sunny, warm day. However, if it’s still too difficult, you can also use your hair dryer to heat up the glue and loosen the decal.

After the glue is pliable, you can begin to try removing the decal. It’s important to take the time to do this slowly. If you cannot peel the decal off using only your fingers, you may want to try a gentle tool like a piece of dental floss, a plastic kitchen spatula, or an old credit card. It may take you quite some time to remove the smallest pieces of the decal, especially if you have a laser cut decal, instead of one that was simply printed on a rectangular sticker.

For decals that are especially stubborn and refuse to peel off using heat and tools, you may want to try using an adhesive removal product around the sticker as you work. This will allow it to get beneath the sticker itself and loosen the glue.

Cleaning Up

Removing a decal from the dealership from your car is not the only part of the process that’s important. Any leftover adhesive product can attract dirt which can lead to scratches in the vehicle’s paint. You’ll need to use something to remove the adhesive to help prevent this. Although there are products that have been created just for removing the adhesive these types of decals leave behind, like Goo Gone and 3M Adhesive Remover, you can also utilize WD40 if you want to choose something you already have. No matter, you’ll get the best possible results when you use a trusted adhesive remover.

Dealership decals may not be easy to remove, but with some concentrated effort, it can be accomplished. As long as you take the time to follow these steps, you should have that pesky decal removed in no time at all.

Our company has always been proud to offer competitive pricing and high-quality work. We focus on ensuring that our customers are satisfied — this is our top goal. We work to offer each customer the highest quality mobile auto car detailing, at a price that is both fair and affordable. Total Car Detailing works to offer the cities near you the best possible detailing that is both cost-effective and reliable. Each of our clients is treated like it’s family. We don’t bother with a cookie cutter approach, and instead, treat each of our customers like they’re the only one. It doesn’t matter if you have a truck, SUV, sedan, luxury car or RV, we can help you with detailing it. We keep a qualified team ready to handle any detailing that you need for your home or commercial vehicles. We’re prepared to work with any type of vehicle, whether it’s an exotic collectible or your trusty daily driver. We focus on quality work, instead of churning out quantity, and it shows.

 

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a mobile detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance.

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Wednesday, November 7, 2018

Houston’s Best Interior Detailers Have Tips For A Tidy Car With Kids In The Back

Interior Detailers Tips to Keep Your Car Interior Looking Amazing With Children

If you are a parent, you know how much time you and your children spend in the car. Take a look at the back seat and you will probably find a plethora of spills, crumbs, and toys. There may also be damage to your interior surfaces. Regardless of how clean you kept your car before children, you will need to develop a set of rules that your kids must follow to prevent messy back seat areas. In addition to everyday trips around town, long road trips can be an even bigger issue with keeping the interior spaces of your auto in good condition.  Learn the best tricks to keep your car looking great when you have messy kids. These tips are easy to implement into your kids’ lives. Establishing these rules can help to keep your car looking great.

No Food

One of the easiest ways to prevent food spills and stains inside your car is to enforce a no food rule for your kids. If food and drinks are not allowed in your car, it can reduce the risk of stains and food from creeping into your car’s crevices. This is an easy rule to follow on short trips; however, it can be difficult to enforce on longer road trips. On a long road trip, limit snacks to those that are easier to eat and do not create messes. Explaining these rules ahead of time and using foods that do not crumble or stain can help keep your interior spaces looking great.

Place Cupcake Liners in Your Cup Holders

If you are like many people, you have a stash of cupcake liners in your cabinet and will probably never use them. Luckily, they can help to keep your car’s interior clean. One way to do this is to place cupcake liners inside your cup holders. Cupcake liners help to keep the insides of your cup holders clean and offer a great place to store trash. When you get home, you can remove the cupcake liners and replace them with new cupcake liners.

Use Bath Rugs in Place of Floor Mats

One of the most common areas of the car that can become damaged is your floor mats. Floor mats take a beating due to spilled drinks and food as well as dirty shoes. You can keep your car’s floor mats looking great by placing bath mats on top of your floor mats. The mats can be removed, shaken out and laundered as needed to keep your car looking amazing.

Reusable Trash Bags Contain Messes

One way to prevent trash from collecting in your car is to place a reusable trash bag on the back of the front seats. This set up is easy for young kids to use as well as older ones. When the reusable trash bag fills up, take it out and empty it.

Seat Covers Protect the Backs of Your Seats

Kids are notorious for putting their feet on the back of seats. You can prevent damage by using seat covers. These are especially important in cars with light colored interiors.

These tricks will help to keep the interior spaces of your auto looking great, and keep it easy for a Houston local interior detailer to help your ride look sharp!

 

At Total Car Detailing we are committed to keeping your car clean and cared for. Call us now for your detailing needs or contact us to schedule a detailing time that works best for you. Don’t forget to peek at our blog for more helpful tips on automotive detailing and auto maintenance.

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Monday, November 5, 2018

Universal Windshield Sun Shade + Bonus Item

Final Verdict

This product has proven to be nothing but excellent when it comes to results! Reviews have attested to cooler environments for riders inside the vehicle upon the use of this product! It definitely is affordable and will make sure to do exactly what it is supposed to!

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Full UV Protection Car Sun Shade – 2 Transparent & 2 Semi-Transparent Sunshades

Windshield sun shades (also known as sunscreen shades, sunscreens, car shades, sun shields, heat shields, or UV shields) are protective shields attached to a car’s windshield to keep the sun from reaching the interior and help reduce the temperature inside it.
A car shade can protect your child from the sun’s harmful UV rays, help keep down the heat, and reduce the sun’s glare. A car shade can even help lower the temperature in your vehicle. Car Window Shades come in many different varieties to suit your needs and come with different options available, however, this is by far the best one available.

Final Verdict

Make use of this sun shade for your children right away! Keep your children safe while blocking out harmful sun rays by using this product! We definitely recommend the use of this product to any and all that may have started a family and are trying to protect their children’s gentle skin! Visit the link below!

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The Club 3000 Twin Hooks Steering Wheel Lock

Final Verdict

This steering wheel club makes for great protection for your car. It is easily the best solution for keeping your car and the belongings inside of it safe! We definitely recommend the use of this product!

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Black Microfiber Leather Auto Car Steering Wheel Cover Universal – 15 Inch

Measuring and Preparing Your Steering Wheel Cover

Clean the cover of your steering wheel with isopropyl alcohol. Use a rag and some isopropyl alcohol to wipe down the steering wheel before you apply the cover. This will remove any dirt or dust that would otherwise get caught under the steering wheel cover.

Measure the diameter of the steering wheel. To get the diameter of your steering wheel, stretch a tape measure across the front of the wheel, from one side to the other. Most steering wheels are anywhere from 14–17.5 inches (36–44 cm) in diameter.

  • Most covers will list the diameter and grip thickness in the product details.

Measure the thickness of your steering wheel’s grip. Wrap the tape measure around the steering wheel grip to determine its thickness. Purchase a steering wheel cover that matches the dimensions for your steering wheel.

  • Most grips are 2–4.5 inches (5.1–11.4 cm) thick.

Purchase a cover from an automotive store or online. Find a steering wheel cover that matches the measurements you took for your steering wheel. Stretch style covers will fit over your wheel like a glove, while stitch style covers require you to sew them together. There are a variety of colors, styles, and designs that you can choose from when choosing your cover.

  • Find a steering wheel cover that matches the aesthetic of your car. For example, if you have a black leather interior, consider getting a black leather steering wheel cover.

Remove the cardboard packaging if there is any. Many steering wheel covers will come with cardboard in the center of the cover. Remove this cardboard and any other tags on the cover before installing it.

  • The instructions for most steering wheel covers will be on the back of the cardboard packaging.

Use a blow dryer to soften stretch style covers. Plug in a blow dryer and turn it on high. Hold the blow dryer 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the interior of the steering wheel cover. Keep the heat on each section of the cover for 5-10 seconds. This should make it more pliable and easier to install.

  • Do not let the cover cool off. Start the installation process immediately after you heat it.
  • Most stitch-required steering wheel covers are made to fit loosely, so you can skip this step if you are using one.
  • If you want to keep the cover as pliable as possible, plug the hair dryer into an outdoor outlet.

Final Verdict

This steering wheel cover provides the best bang for your buck! Don’t wait any longer to preserve the aesthetics of your steering wheel. Visit the link below!

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Saturday, November 3, 2018

Jumper Battery Cables & Booster Jump Start – 16 Feet

If your battery has died, you may be able to use this product to help jump start your vehicle. If you can safely use jumper cables on your vehicle, make sure that the battery on another vehicle has at least as much voltage as your own. As long as you hook up the cables properly, it doesn’t matter whether your vehicle has negative ground and the other vehicle has positive ground, or your vehicle has an alternator and the other vehicle has a generator.

Attach one of the black clips to the negative terminal on the other battery. Attach the last black clip to an unpainted metal surface on your car that isn’t near the battery. Use one of the metal struts that holds the hood open. Make sure to connect jumper cables in the proper order.

Final Verdict

These jumper cables are definitely a great purchase! Many uses have been made with the product. They are sturdy, compact and easy to carry in your trunk!

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Tire Pressure Gauge, The Best For Car Or Motorcycle – 60 PSI Heavy Duty

Final Verdict

“This is probably the best Motorcycle/ATV tire pressure gauge I have purchased!”

“Excellent design and fabrication quality… This one looks and feels like it could survive the Apocalypse!”

“The swiveling hose and head make it simple to get to those hard to reach areas, like motorcycle wheels. This is my new favorite gauge. I wish I had bought it sooner!”

All in all this tire pressure gauge is extremely reliable and a great product! We highly recommend using this product!

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Armor All Extreme Tire Shine – 2 Pack

Other products may call themselves a tire shine, but none can call itself Armor All! As a pioneer in protection and tire care, Armor All understands how to keep your tires looking great — for the life of your car. The proprietary “Shine-Shield” formula delivers intense, mirror-like shine and a rich, black look. Plus, it’s fortified with conditioners that protect and nourish your tires, preserving their natural beauty for the long term.

TIPS & TRICKS

It’s not just about shine! Armor All tire products help prevent ozone degradation, which can cause drying, cracking and fading.

ATTENTION

Use only as directed. Not for use on floors, vehicle controls (pedals, grips, steering wheels), bench or cycle seats, cycle tires, brake drums and other parts where slipperiness may be hazardous. Do not use on or near clear plastic surfaces, glass (may cause smearing), fabric, woven materials or paint.

Always read and follow precautions and usage directions before using cleaning products. Always store cleaning products out of reach of children.

USAGE DIRECTIONS

1. Hold bottle 4” to 6” away from tire and spray evenly on clean, dry tire.

2. Allow the product to dry for at least 3 to 5 minutes. Do not wipe. Any drips or runs will disappear, leaving a brilliant shine.

FOR BEST RESULTS

Let stand 15 minutes. Repeat application for maximum shine!

Final Verdict

Overall this car tire shine is amazing! We highly recommend the use of this product!

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Febreze Car Air Freshener: 2 Linen & Sky & 2 Hawaiian Aloha Scents

NEW SPECIAL OFFER!!!

High-quality car scents allowing for a better smelling interior for passengers!

This car air freshener will leave you and your passengers satisfied during your ride with their excellent scents.

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Best Uses Of Febreze Car Air Freshener For Your Vehicle:

About The Product

  • DOESN’T JUST MASK- It removes odors with NEW Odor Clear Technology.
  • FEBREZE CAR REMOVES ODORS – Slowly releases a light, fresh scent for up to 30 days on low and under ambient conditions.
  • ATTACHES EASILY – Attaches to car vent and allows you to select the level of intensity to control how much freshness is released.
  • FRESH SCENTS – Fresh-from-the-clothesline Linen & Sky scent.
  • MORE FRESH SCENTS – A lush, tropical Hawaiian Aloha scent.

How To Use

To activate scent, firmly push clip until you hear it click in. Clip onto your car vent, and drive on with up to 2X the odor-eliminating power.

TIP: You’re in the driver’s seat. Control the scent intensity with the dial found on the CAR Vent Clip’s top, for a range from light freshness to extreme scent!

Where To Use

USE: Heavy Duty CAR Vent Clips work in virtually every vehicle. With the ultimate in odor-eliminating freshness and a scent that begs for the windows to stay up.

DON’T USE: Never place the unit in your glove box! It will defeat the purpose of a car air freshener in the first place!

When To Use

These CAR Vent Clips last for up to 30 days!!! They eliminate tough odors that tend to hitch a ride. Too bad they can’t eliminate traffic.

Place on low setting, under ambient conditions for the best results!

Is it laundry day? Because it sure smells like it! This soft scents of Linen & Sky or Hawaiian Aloha comfort your senses and eliminate odors.

Final Verdict

Overall these car scents are great! They will leave your vehicle smelling so fresh and so clean. Highly Recommend!

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