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The Difference Between a Car Wax and a Polish

June 24, 2018 Darren

The terms “waxing” and “polishing” are frequently misinterpreted and interchanged, especially among those new to the world of car detailing. Without a solid understanding of these products and their specific applications, it’s easy for these terms to blur into one. Many people erroneously believe that “waxing” and “polishing” are interchangeable. However, the reality couldn’t be more different. They represent two entirely distinct products, each with a unique and crucial purpose in detailing. It doesn’t help when certain car cleaning sites,…

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How to Keep Your Car Clean Between Washes

June 21, 2018 Darren

Summer is pretty much In full swing at this point, the sun is out and the air is warm outside and everyone is happy! Summer is probably my favourite time of year overall. I know in my case when I see the sun shining, it goes hand in hand with me wanting to clean my car. Although I am a bit of a freak comes to cleaning my car throughout the year, I turn into a super freak during the…

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Product Review : Chemical Guys Blacklight

June 16, 2018 Darren

Over the last number of years, Chemical Guys has established a worldwide name in the car care and detailing industry. It is safe to say that their products ( which can be found in over 50 countries) are well-known and recognized by both professional detailers and amateur car cleaning enthusiasts across the world. I have always been a huge fan of their products and usually have quite a lot of their gear in my detailing artillery. I am ashamed to…

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Product Review : Gtechniq WM2 Microfibre Wash Mitt

June 9, 2018 Darren

Continuing from my last article on what is the best wash mitt for avoiding paint scratches on your car’s paintwork, I decided to pick up a new wash mitt to test out on my car and put it through its paces. My old car wash mitt has lasted me a very long time but it was time for a refresh, so I decided to pick up this product from a well-known company on the detailing scene called Gtechniq. Gtechniq detailing…

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What is the Best Wash Mitt for Avoiding Paint Scratches?

May 27, 2018 Darren

It may seem counterintuitive, but one of the riskiest activities for your car’s paintwork is the seemingly innocent act of washing and drying it. When I tell people this, I’m often met with funny looks. While I admit I can be a bit mad in some ways, this isn’t one of them. Many car owners, brimming with good intentions, spend their Sunday mornings in the driveway, armed with a bucket and sponge, inadvertently compromising the overall finish of their vehicle….

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How to Remove Rust Spots from Your Cars Exhaust Tips

May 3, 2018 Darren

There’s really nothing that grinds your gears more than polishing your car’s exhaust tips only to discover those pesky orange spots tarnishing the shine of your tailpipes. This is a little misadventure I found myself in recently, and I gotta tell you, seeing it for the first time on the exhaust surface was quite the unwelcome surprise. Without missing a beat, I sprinted to my laptop and fired up Google, typing in everything from “how to get rid of rust…

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What is the Best Clay Bar for Detailing your Car?

April 12, 2018 Darren

Car enthusiasts know that maintaining a vehicle’s appearance is not only a source of pride but also essential for preserving its value. One very important, and often overlooked step in the decontamination stage of detailing, is the process of claying the car. If by chance you are new to the detailing scene, you might not have heard of claying (clay bar treatment as it can also be referred to), which is a process in which you remove embedded contaminants from…

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Choosing The Best Foam Cannon For Applying Snow Foam

March 29, 2018 Darren

If you’ve landed here after checking out our Snow Foam article, chances are you’re now convinced that incorporating a snow foaming or pre-cleaning step in your car cleaning routine is a must. That’s great! A question that often pops up is, “What’s the best foam cannon for applying snow foam to my car?” Well, my answer would be: it depends. There are several ways to approach this, and it boils down to the equipment you already have (for example, if…

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Product Review : Nattys Paste Wax

March 20, 2018 Darren

Poorboy’s World is a highly regarded name in the car care industry, recognized by both amateurs and professionals. Their products have garnered a large and loyal following due to their ease of use, impressive results, and affordability when compared to other brands. While many brands lure enthusiasts with expensive, cleverly designed packaging, Poorboy’s World chose to let their product performance speak for itself. Instead of investing in extravagant packaging, Poorboy’s concentrated on creating products that deliver exceptional results. In this…

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How to Remove Bird Poop from Your Car Safely

March 14, 2018 Darren

There are few things in life more infuriating than spending hours cleaning your beloved car, only to have a pesky bird or pigeon ruin your hard work with a fresh dropping. It can feel like these birds have been watching and waiting for the perfect moment to strike, and the moment you turn your back, SPLAT – there’s another mess to clean up. Sometimes it feels like it’s intentional, and you can almost hear them laughing at your misfortune. Unfortunately,…

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