Auto Detailing Videos

Cleaning a convertible roof requires using a specially-formulated cleaner that has a low enough pH balance to protect the fabric. Find the right product to clean a convertible top with help from...

Cleaning car tires is best done using a de-greasing solution and a stiff-bristled brush to loosen up debris and make them shine. Thoroughly clean both the tire and the wheel with help from the...

To clean a soft top, thoroughly rinse off the surface, apply a special cleaning solution for soft tops or convertible tops, and use a stiff-bristled brush to work the solution into the fabric....

Restoring leather car seats is a process of cleaning and conditioning the leather regularly. Use a high-quality Lexol cleaner in addition to a leather conditioner with help from the owner of an...

The best way to polish a car is to use a high-grade polish and a power buffer that evenly distributes the polish over the surface of the car. Polish a vehicle in 24-inch squares at a time with...

If tree sap hardens on the surface of a car, carefully use a razor blade to chip away at the stain without penetrating the paint. Apply polish to remove sap residue from a car with help from the...

Applying wax to a car helps to protect the paint and maintain a glossy shine. Use a hand-waxing method to shine up a car's paint with help from the owner of an auto detail shop in this free video...

To fix a small rust spot on a car, simply use a car polish and cloth to firmly rub off all excess rust. Apply touch-up paint to cover the resulting chip with help from the owner of an auto detail...

Removing key scratches on a car can be done using a polish compound and a power buffer. Buff out light key scratches in a shaded area with help from the owner of an auto detail shop in this free...

In order to clean bugs off of a car, get a bug cleaner from an auto parts store, or try using a degreaser with caution so that the paint isn't ruined. Discover why a sponge should be used lightly...

Many exhaust pipes are aluminum, and therefore, should not be cleaned with any strong cleaners, but soap and water will do the job sufficiently. Find out how to use a polish on an exhaust pipe...

When shampooing auto carpets, make sure to vacuum the carpet first, use a spot cleaner and then use the shampoo. Find out how to use a terry cloth in place of a carpet extractor with help from the...

In order to clean canvas car accessories, a canvas cleaner can be purchased at a local auto parts store. Find out how a brush can be used to get stains out of a car canvas with help from the owner...

Waxing a car by hand requires the use of liquid wax or paste wax, a damp wax pad and a circular motion that goes with the grain of the car. Learn about waxing a car one panel at a time with help...

Car detailing often involves buffing a car with a high-speed buffer and compound, which should be used while out of the sun. Learn about using detailing brushes for difficult cracks and crevices...

Mold is a bacteria that can grow within the fibers of car upholstery, and it can be removed with vinegar and water. Find out how vinegar acts as a disinfectant with help from the owner of a car...

The best way to wash a car is in a shaded area with mild soaps, as opposed to degreasers. Discover the importance of using clean towels and sponges to dry a car off after washing it with help from...

In order to clean radiators, use a bug cleaner and soapy water before washing it off with a hose or pressure washer. Discover why degreasers should not be used when cleaning radiators with help...

When washing a car cover, it's recommended to use mild soap and to avoid any harsh cleaners. Find out why a car cover should never be washed in the washing machine or dried in a dryer with help...

It can be difficult to keep a black car clean, but a good tip is to get the car waxed every three to four months to protect against scratches and dirt. Find out why a black car should be washed at...

In order to buff a newly painted car, make sure not to press as hard because the car isn't going to have as many contaminants on the surface. Buff a car by following the airflow from the front to...

In order to clean the undercarriage of a show car, get as low as possible and blast everything underneath to get rid of dirt and grime. Find out how to use a citrus-based degreaser on the...

Polishing tarnished aluminum auto parts begins with using a citrus-based degreaser that is applied through a non-scratch sponge. Discover how to use an aluminum polishing compound with help from...

If a car has a fish smell, a citrus-based cleaner and degreaser should be used to start the process of breaking down the invasive chemicals. Discover why enzyme-based cleaners are used to remove...

When polishing aluminum car parts, use a citrus-based degreaser to get rid of grease and brake dust, and make sure to apply it with a non-scratch sponge. Learn how to apply aluminum polish to car...

In order to get cigarette smoke out of a car, make sure to give the car a full interior detail before using an odor bomb in conjunction with air circulation. Clean out a car's air system while...

Water spots on car windows can be removed with high-quality window cleaners that can be applied liberally. Use a clean towel for the final polish of a car's windows with help from the owner of a...

When cleaning a show car, start by spraying it down with a pressure washer or hose to get all of the dirt and grime off. Get tips on soaping down a show car with help from the owner of a car...

In order to remove car wax from plastic on a vehicle, use a citrus-based degreaser or Windex with a rag to get in-between the pores. Find out how to use interior dressing to remove wax from...

When cleaning a leather car seat, use a citrus-based cleaner to remove some of the oils, dirt and grime, and follow this by using an oil-based lubricant for protection. Discover the supplies...

A high-speed polisher should only be used on a car by someone who is qualified to use the equipment, because mistakes can lead to scratches. Find out how a high-speed polisher is applied to a car...

The best way to rid a car of a moldy smell is to use a degreaser cleaner to lighten things up before getting rid of the odor with an enzyme-based cleaner. Discover how a vacuum should be used in...

In order to get rid of the smell of vomit in a car, use a citrus-based degreaser and cleaner that is scrubbed with a brush that has bristles. Find out how enzyme cleaners are used to get rid of...

When power buffing a car, it's important not to put too much wax on and to follow the airflow of the car from the front to the back. Stay away from dark plastics when power buffing a car with help...

Drying an auto engine after detailing can be done with a high pressure air gun. Discover more about drying a car engine with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on car maintenance.

Dressing an auto engine after it's detailed adds a more professional look to a motor. Make an engine look brand new by dressing it with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on car...

After detailing an auto engine, do a visual inspection and make sure all plastic bags and items that don't belong are removed. Get help performing a car motor visual inspection with tips from a...

Removing items from an auto trunk before detailing makes the cleaning job easier. Prepare a car trunk for detailing with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on car maintenance.

A good auto trunk detail involves removing the carpet to clean out the wheel well. Learn the importance of removing a car trunk's carpet with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on...

An inspection of auto trunk items should be done before and after detailing. Discover why checking trunk items is important with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on car maintenance.

Vacuuming auto trunk carpet during a detail can be difficult due to the amount of dirt that gets trapped. Shake trunk carpet dirt loose with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on...

When detailing an auto, dressing a trunk is not necessary, but it makes it look nicer. See the difference dressing a car trunk can make with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on...

After an auto detail, trunk items should be returned to designated places so they don't rattle around. Learn more about detailing a car trunk with tips from a car detailing expert in this free...

Detailing an auto engine should be done before cleaning the outside of a car. Discover the importance of detailing a car motor before moving on to the exterior with tips from a car detailing...

When auto detailing, realize foreign car engines usually have protective covers. Find out more about detailing foreign car motors with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on car...

Auto radiators are delicate and should be detailed cautiously as to not damage them. Avoid damaging a car radiator during a detail with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on car...

Cleaning headlamps is often forgotten during an auto engine detail. See why cleaning car headlights adds beauty to a detail with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on car maintenance.

When detailing a car exterior, use Showroom Surface Gloss conditioner to bring out the richness in places and rubber. Learn more about detailing a car with tips from the owner of a car detail shop...

When detailing a car exterior, remember that the proper treatment with minimal expenses will retain a higher resale value. Maintain a car's appearance with tips from the owner of a car detail shop...

Auto engine detailing should be done at locations that have grease traps and separators. Find the best locations to clean a car engine with tips from a car detailing expert in this free video on...