Car owners are required to have different protectants for the dashboard, upholstery, plastic trims, tires, and even the paint job. Sometimes, you may discover that you have run out of one of these protectants. For example, you may not have a protectant for the plastic trim, and you have just finished washing your car. In … Read more
It’s not just the exhaust, but any part of your car with chrome should not be waxed. Chrome is a non-porous finish. When you wax it, you seal in the moisture and make it hard for the chrome to breathe, accelerating pitting. However, when you go through different forums, you will discover that many car … Read more
Sandblasting is one of the easiest and most effective methods of removing chrome from a car surface. Therefore, sandblasting is an excellent removal method if you want to dechrome your bumper. If you have never used a sandblaster, below, we will educate you on how to do so and provide you with helpful tips on … Read more
When it comes to polishes, you should always use one specifically made for that finish. If you are polishing a chrome surface, stick to a chrome polish and if it’s an aluminum surface, do the same. In the auto world, DIY detailers can provide misleading information. A good example is recommending the use of Mothers … Read more
Windex is undeniably one of the most popular cleaners today. If you walk into any home, the chances of finding some Windex lying around are significantly high. The reason behind its popularity is how effective it is at cleaning glass and other hard surfaces. For car owners who have a set of chrome wheels, you … Read more
Discovering clear coat overspray on your car windows and windshield can be frustrating, more so if the vehicle has just received a new paint job. Overspray on the glass can mess up the aesthetics of your car. The good news is you don’t have to frown every time you see your windows covered by clearcoat … Read more
Even when painted, brake calipers are vulnerable to getting dirty from time to time. If you have painted your brake calipers, that is a clear indication that aesthetics matters to you. Therefore, if you want your painted brake calipers to look neat, you must clean them regularly. So, how do you clean painted brake calipers? … Read more
If you applied plasti dip correctly, you shouldn’t have to use anything when removing it. One of the perks of using plasti dip is that it’s designed to peel off smoothly. Most people who struggle with peeling plasti dip usually don’t use the correct application methods. For instance, they may have sprayed only light coats. … Read more
No matter how strong you think your bedliner is, it deserves to be cleaned regularly. Cleaning a raptor liner ensures your car looks clean and neat. In the process, you can also identify areas where the Raptor liner is wearing out, and you can perform the necessary repairs before the damage spreads to other parts. … Read more
We wax our cars to protect the paint job from scratches, exposure to UV rays, and various elements, and to add shine. Plasti dip itself is a method of safeguarding car paint from the above. If you have just plasti dipped your car and wondering whether you should apply a layer of wax, you need … Read more