Car Care F.A.Q. Index
On this page we hope to answer some of the more common problems that get asked about car care and valeting, and questions that we have found cropping up again and again in car care forums. We also hope to counter some common myths and old wives tales.
Exterior - Paintwork
- Can I use washing up liquid to clean my car?
- What is the best car shampoo?
- What is Dri-Wash/Waterless Detailing?
- What is the difference between a wax and a polish?
- What is best, liquid or paste wax?
- How do I stop cats walking on my car?
- Can Orange Peel be removed from my car?
- What is the best wax?
- What is fallout
- What is raildust?
- What is a Claybar?
- Are some waxes better for dark/light cars?
- What are the best and worst car colours?
- How to remove swirl marks from black cars?
Exterior - Trim
- How do I remove dried wax from plastic trim?
- How do I make my bumpers black again?
- Using dressings in the right order
- The plastic covers in front of the headlight are hazy/dull.
Exterior - Convertible Hoods
Exterior - Wheels & Tyres
- How do I remove brake dust?
- Help! My wheels are a magnet for brake dust!
- Using dressings in the right order
Windows & Glasswear
Engine Compartment
Interior
Interior - Fabrics
Interior - Leather
Interior - Plastics
Tools & Kit
- Is silicone bad?
- Why should I use a mitt to wash my car?
- Are water blades safe to use?
- What happens if you drop your gear?
- Basic care of your wash kit
- Why use a Body Brush?
- Why should I buy an application sponge?
- Why microfibre?
- Paintbrush and tape? Whats that about?