Foam guns vs. foam cannons – these two terms regularly get mixed up by detailing enthusiasts. While they perform a very similar job, they are not the same. A foam gun connects to a garden hose and uses low-pressure water to spray diluted soap on your car. A foam cannon connects to a pressure washer…

Automatic car washes have a pretty bad reputation among car owners. It’s common knowledge that they’ll damage your paint job but do you know how or why they cause scratches? In this article, we’re going to explain what happens when you drive your car through that dreaded tunnel. Most automatic car washes are bad for…

I’m sure you’ve felt that dreadful feeling before – you spent all Sunday afternoon washing your car and just a day later, it’s already dirty. While it’s always a good idea to get dirt and contaminants off of your vehicle, this scenario can certainly make it seem like a wasted effort. So how do you…

The amount of new cars on the lots at the beginning of 2022 is somewhat discouraging to say the least. This is causing a lot of consumers to look at pre-owned vehicles when they would normally purchase a new one. When buying a new vehicle, you know that unless you’ve paid extra for it, the…

Remember that decal that you thought looked so cool you just had to stick it on your car’s window? Days, weeks, months, or even years later, you’ve probably changed your mind about it. It’s time for the “shocker” sticker to go. Most decals can be removed from automotive glass fairly easily. Make sure to clean…

With great excitement, you just got a ceramic coating applied to your new toy by a professional installer. You’re wondering if maintaining it is something you can tackle by yourself or if you should get your installer to maintain your vehicle. If you want the convenience of dropping off your vehicle and coming back to…

If you’ve ever taken the time to add up what you’ve spent on detailing products (pro tip: don’t do it!) you’ll know just how expensive it can get. That substantial investment can be enough to make your stomach turn, but what if I told you that the clock starts ticking on those products potentially being…

In every detail job, the very last step in a professional detail is usually the windshield. It’s been a huge pain point for me in the past and unfortunately, I’ve made it take too long and be way more work than it should be. I’ve learned the hard way that, like everything else in detailing,…

Waterless car wash products are one of the most polarizing topics in the detailing community. Some car enthusiasts (and obviously the product manufacturers) will lead you to believe they’re perfectly safe to use. Others refuse to touch them with a 10-foot pole, claiming they’ll scratch your paint instantly. A waterless car wash can be used…

Most people have a good idea of how to protect their paint. When it comes to protecting the leather in their new car, however, they might not be as informed. It’s not their fault though, because there just isn’t as much information available on leather care as there is on paint correction and protection. But…