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Can I Use a Pressure Washer to Wash My Car?
Read article →: Can I Use a Pressure Washer to Wash My Car?Yes. I use a pressure washer when cleaning cars and, used properly, I think it is one of the most useful tools for an exterior valet. What I don’t do is treat a car like a patio. The aim isn’t to fit the most aggressive nozzle, get as close to the paint as possible and…
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Are Automatic Car Washes Bad for My Paintwork?
Read article →: Are Automatic Car Washes Bad for My Paintwork?Yes, automatic car washes that physically brush or wipe against the car can cause fine scratches and swirl marks in paintwork, and repeated use…
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Can I Use Washing-Up Liquid to Wash My Car?
Read article →: Can I Use Washing-Up Liquid to Wash My Car?You can wash a car with washing-up liquid and it will certainly remove dirt and grease, but I don’t recommend using it for regular…
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Time To Clean
Read article →: Time To CleanNo. Ceramic coating does not make vehicle paint scratch-proof. It also does not make a car stone-chip-proof, prevent every swirl mark or provide permanent protection. What…
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How to Prepare Your Car Before Selling It
Read article →: How to Prepare Your Car Before Selling ItPreparing a car for sale is mainly about making it clean, tidy and easy for a prospective buyer to assess. You do not need…
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Does Ceramic Coating Stop Scratches? What It Really Does
Read article →: Does Ceramic Coating Stop Scratches? What It Really DoesNo. Ceramic coating does not make vehicle paint scratch-proof. It also does not make a car stone-chip-proof, prevent every swirl mark or provide permanent…
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What Causes Swirl Marks on Car Paintwork?
Read article →: What Causes Swirl Marks on Car Paintwork?Swirl marks are fine scratches or surface defects in a vehicle’s paint finish. They are often most noticeable on dark colours and under direct…
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Car Valet vs Car Detailing: What’s the Difference?
Read article →: Car Valet vs Car Detailing: What’s the Difference?Car valeting generally refers to cleaning and presenting a vehicle, while detailing usually describes more focused work on particular surfaces or defects. That sounds…
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How Often Should You Have Your Car Valeted?
Read article →: How Often Should You Have Your Car Valeted?There is no single correct interval for having a car valeted. For some vehicles, every few weeks makes sense. Others may only need a…
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