This guide outlines the 4-step exterior car care process. Follow these steps sequentially to achieve a flawless, protected finish. Each step links to the professional supplies required.
The first step is to remove loose dirt, grime, and road film. Using a pH-neutral, high-foam soap with a microfiber wash mitt or foam cannon prevents scratching and safely cleans the surface without stripping existing waxes or sealants.
After washing, decontamination removes embedded contaminants that a normal wash cannot. This includes using an iron remover to dissolve brake dust and a clay bar or clay mitt to physically remove bonded tar, sap, and industrial fallout, leaving the paint perfectly smooth.
Paint correction is the process of removing imperfections, such as swirl marks, scratches, and oxidation. This is done with a polisher, a foam or microfiber pad, and specialized compounds (for heavy defects) or polishes (for fine swirls).
Once the paint is corrected, it must be protected. This final layer provides gloss, hydrophobic (water-beading) properties, and defends against UV rays and contamination. Ceramic coatings offer the most durable, long-term protection, while sealants and waxes offer simpler application.
Restore faded plastic trim to prevent UV degradation and complete the exterior detail. Once the paint is corrected, it must be protected. This final layer provides gloss, hydrophobic (water-beading) properties, and defends against UV rays and contamination. Ceramic coatings offer the most durable, long-term protection, while sealants and waxes offer simpler application.
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