Save money, relax, and make your car shine like new — right in your own driveway.
🛠️ Why DIY Car Detailing?
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Save $100s vs. pro shops
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Learn to care for your vehicle
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It’s actually fun and satisfying!
🧰 Basic Tools You’ll Need
Category | What to Use |
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Wash | Foam cannon, 2 buckets, microfiber mitt |
Clay | Clay bar + lubricant |
Protect | Ceramic spray or wax |
Interior | Vacuum, interior cleaner, brushes |
Wheels | Wheel cleaner, tire brush, tire shine |
🧼 Full Exterior Detailing Routine
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Rinse & foam
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Two-bucket wash
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Clay bar decontamination
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Polish (if needed)
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Apply ceramic spray or wax
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Clean windows & wheels
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Dress tires
🧽 Interior Detailing Steps
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Remove all trash & mats
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Vacuum carpets, seats, trunk
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Use interior cleaner on dashboard, plastics
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Clean windows (inside)
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Freshen with odor eliminator or air freshener
🔁 How Often Should You Detail?
Task | Frequency |
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Wash | Weekly or bi-weekly |
Wax/Ceramic | Every 2–6 months |
Clay bar | Every 6 months |
Interior clean | Monthly |
Tire shine | Weekly |
💰 Budget vs Premium Options
On a budget?
🧼 Use combo kits, soft water, and simple tools
Want premium results?
🔧 Invest in foam cannons, polishers, and high-end ceramic coatings
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