Car detailer washing a car

  • Yesterday

How to Clean Your Dashboard and Interior Plastics Without Damaging Them

  • Michael Mankarious
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Cleaning your dashboard and interior trim is not about using the strongest cleaner. Learn how to match the product and technique to the surface so you can remove dirt without damaging the finish.
How to detail your car's interior

  • Sep 5

How to Detail Your Car’s Interior

  • Michael Mankarious
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A cleaner interior starts with the right process. Follow this simple step-by-step order to clean your car’s interior more efficiently and avoid doing the same work twice.
man washing car with yellow wash mitt and Detailers Finest Car Shampoo

  • Aug 29

The Complete Guide to Washing Your Car Properly

  • Michael Mankarious
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Proper car washing is about more than soap and water. This complete guide walks you through the right products, wash sequence, techniques, and drying methods to help prevent scratches, swirl marks, and water spots.
How to dry your car without scratching the paint

  • Aug 22

How to Dry Your Car Without Scratching the Paint

  • Michael Mankarious
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Drying your car may seem simple, but the wrong towel or technique can leave behind fine scratches and swirl marks. Learn how to dry your car safely using quality microfiber towels, drying aids, and air blowers while minimizing unnecessary contact with the paint.
Doese your car shampoo matter?

  • Aug 15

Choosing the Right Car Wash Soap: Does It Really Matter?

  • Michael Mankarious
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With car shampoos promising extreme foam, ceramic protection, graphene, and more, choosing one can get complicated. Learn what really matters in a quality car wash shampoo—and why sometimes simpler is better.

  • Aug 7

The Proper Order to Wash Your Car

  • Michael Mankarious
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A great car wash isn't just about the products you use, it's about the order you use them. Learn the simple step-by-step process that helps you wash your car more effectively while protecting your paint from unnecessary scratches and water spots.
Car wash mistakes people make

  • Aug 1

The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Washing Their Car

Most paint damage doesn't happen on the road—it happens during routine washing. Learn the biggest car washing mistakes people make and the simple habits that will help keep your car looking newer for years.

  • Jul 18

How to Care for PPF Without Damaging It

Paint protection film and vinyl wraps offer valuable protection, but neither is maintenance-free. Learn how to wash, dry, remove bugs and water spots, avoid damaging products, and protect film without creating buildup.

  • Jul 11

Treating Today's More Sensitive Automotive Finishes

Many car owners assume stronger cleaners deliver better results. In reality, today's automotive finishes—from wheels and paint to leather and interior trim—benefit from using the least aggressive cleaner that safely gets the job done. Learn how choosing the right chemistry protects your vehicle while making long-term maintenance easier.
Detaling in the Heat. Summer Detailing

  • Jun 27

Detailing in the Heat

  • Michael Mankarious

Hot paint, fast evaporation, and hard water can turn a simple summer wash into streaks and water spots. Here’s how to adjust your routine, work smarter in the heat, and keep your car looking clean all summer.
Keep Your Microfiber Towels Performing Like New

  • Jun 20

Keep Your Microfiber Towels Performing Like New

Microfiber towels are one of the most important tools in car care, but product residue, fabric softener, heat, and poor sorting can quickly reduce their performance. Learn how to keep microfiber towels absorbent, soft, streak-free, and useful for far longer.
Is clay bar still necessary?

  • May 30

Do You Really Need a Clay Bar Anymore?

Clay bars still have a place in detailing, but they are no longer the default answer for every rough paint surface. Here’s when clay makes sense and when a lighter option may be the smarter choice.