Car Cleaning

Brand-new black cars have a shiny finish that is often so reflective, it seems like a mirror. These cars are so shiny because they have not been exposed to road salt, sun and the wear and tear...

Even if the price of gas has gone down, people are still looking for ways to save money by increasing gas mileage. Good car maintenance and good driving habits can help you get the most gas...

Car mats are typically the first thing on an automobile to get dirty. Removing dirt, dust, debris and stains is not a difficult process, but it requires regular maintenance. Like most cleaning...

The cool air from your car's air-conditioning vents is prone to a musty odor that can be quite an irritant to your nose. The air-conditioning system is housed in a dark, moisture-laden...

Many cars have trim around the edges and the metallic material differs from the material from the body of the car. While these details give the vehicle a more stylish look, they do require extra...

There is nothing more frustrating than having your car egged. There's also nothing more damaging to car paint than an egg. But before you panic, know that you can remove the egg with a little...

Organizing your car and getting rid of all the clutter will help you drive safer and minimize distractions while driving. We spend plenty of time in our cars doing more than driving. From...

You car is vulnerable to accidents and mishaps when it is parked outdoors. Paint can find it way to your car by a variety of ways. Someone can be painting by your vehicle and not realize he is...

The population of cars has really increased in the recent decade and most of these cars are driven by car owners so maintaining them can be really difficult. You might decide in putting up your...

The trunk of the car can be either the easiest place to clean or the hardest. If the trunk of your car is the type which is similar to a mini-van and it is not very deep, cleaning the trunk is...

On a car, keeping the exterior of the windows clean can be a hassle. Other cars kick up dirt on a hot and dusty day or throw mud on your car when it’s raining. Birds fly over and leave droppings...

Just like the exterior windows of your car, the interior is important to keep clean. Without clean windows, visibility while driving can become dangerous. If the outside of your windows are...

Just like the exterior of our car, we like to have a clean interior. Sometimes this can be difficult, due to anything like a long trip or weather. After awhile, the carpets of our cars tend to...

Pine tree sap should be removed from your car as soon as possible. Pine tree sap contains terpenes, a major component of turpentine. The longer the sap is on the car, the more chances it has to...

Black cars hide dirt well, but eventually they will lose their new car look. You may notice a build-up of specs on your car. While dirt and debris on the outside can be washed off, if it has made...

Moth ball smell is very unpleasant and unhealthy to breathe. The odor has toxins that can cause neurological damage to small children. It probably can harm adult brains as well. There's a natural,...

Pine tree and oak tree sap are common problems for those unfortunate enough to have parked their car under one of these trees. The sap is sticky and will not come off with soap and water. If it is...

When you set out to clean your car, you want to do the best job possible to help retain as much of the car's resale value as you can. There is a difference between really cleaning your car seats...

White glue can spill easily when handled carelessly, which can be inconvenient when it gets on a car's seats. When attempting to remove glue from the interior of your car, it is essential to use...

Mildew is a disgusting and dangerous microscopic fungus that grows on damp surfaces. Washing your car and not properly drying the convertible top before letting the top down will cause mildew to...

Dead bugs sticking to the front of your car can be a big problem, especially in the South where "love bugs" can create quite a mess during just a short trip to the grocery store. Removing the...

Glue can form a stubborn bond that can make it difficult to clean. Removing tacky glue from the painted surface of a car can be especially intimidating. Harsh chemicals, excessive pressure, and...

Maintaining a clean car can help keep its resale value at maximum. Regular cleaning and detailing keeps excess debris from building up, extends the life of your paint job and ensures that all...

A freshly cleaned, waxed and polished car looks sharp. Car wax creates a shiny layer of protection that helps to prevent substances from coming into contact with the paint of the car. The wax will...

You just got your car washed only to find someone decided to place their used chewing gum on the hood of your car. The sticky foundation of gum makes it difficult to get off. However, with a few...

Love bugs are undoubtedly a problem on the front of your car if you live in the southeastern U.S. These little bugs are everywhere in the south and seem to be more prevalent on the busy roads. ...

Getting gum on clothing can ruin a garment, but getting gum on a car can completely ruin its paint job, which is a much more expensive problem. The good news is, if you find some chewing gum on...

The plastic face of a car speedometer tends to get dirty as the car ages. As a result, it becomes harder to see what your current speed is, making you more likely to be stopped by for speeding or...

When you drive, you often feel the occasional bug hit your car or windows. Some of these insects contain a chemical mixture of acid-type substances, which is why some make a gooey, sticky mess...

Car windows can easily collect dirt and develop film from daily use. Cleaning the car windows can be a simple task when you use the proper cleaning elements. While several retail car cleaning...

This is an ehow on how to use car wash liquid perfectly. We all want our cars to look like they just rolled off the lot. It is important to follow the steps in the right order to have a perfect...

Armor All Car Wash With Wax is primarily intended for cleaning the body of a car. It can still be used to clean the tires of a car, as well. The process for using it on tires is similar to using...

Moisture trapped inside a warm car quickly invites mold or mildew growth. When this happens, the moldy odor can permeate your car's interior overnight. To remove mold odors permanently, rather...

In order to maintain your car to last many years all you need to do is follow a few simple rules. Keeping a car a long time has many advantages. First, it is a lot cheaper to have an older car. ...

Unlike dirt, oil and grease do not wipe off surfaces with just water and a cloth. When these substances get on your car door, you can't use just any cleaner to remove them. You must be very...

Removing paint ball paint from you car is a lot easier task than removing common house and auto paints. That is because paint ball paint is made from water-soluble ingredients that can easily be...

Removing ink from a car door usually requires only elbow grease and the right type of cleaner. Most types of marker ink are soluble in alcohol and will rub off without damaging the car finish....

Most of us have experienced the misfortune of parking our car under a tree that drips sap. The next morning, your paint job has hardened spots on it that you can't wash off. Sap is often harder to...

Dead bugs can ruin a car's paint job if you don't clean them off right away. It can take several runs through a car wash to get the stubborn ones, especially if you wait. Try this method for...

Automotive paint finishes are resilient to all types of assaults, including splattered paint. However, car finishes aren't completely impervious to harsh cleaning chemicals and you must take great...

Air fresheners help enclosed areas like cars to smell better on the inside. They can be any shape but the cardboard cutouts are popular. Originally shaped like pine trees, fresheners now come in...

There are several reasons why you might find paint splatters on your car. If your house was painted or a neighbor painted his shed while your car was in the driveway, then you might wake to find...

When you drove your shiny new car home from the dealer everything looked great. From the high gloss on the headlights to the glow on the tires, the entire car looked perfect. But after a few days...

One of the best ways to keep an automobile looking its best is to occasionally treat it with a wax product. Wax protects the vehicle's paint from debris and guards against fading while providing a...

Waxing a car is one of the best ways to make it look its best and preserve its finish. Wax protects paint against environmental factors, including harmful ultraviolet sunlight that can fade paint...

Car owners dread the thought of waking up and seeing their car splattered with house paint. Despite it sounding like a nightmare, this scenario is a reality, as your car, as long as it is parked...

As much as you may love your car, you're bound to get it a little dirty every now and then. The wheels on your car are sure to receive some of the harshest treatment, and it can seem like torture...

The onset of chipping car paint can be an aggravating experience, especially if you consider your car to be an extension of yourself. Before you go overboard, or spend hundreds of dollars to fix...

When cleaning tree sap off the clear-coat finish of a car, you need to be careful not to use any heavy solvents like acetone or mineral spirits. These chemicals will dissolve and remove the tree...

I recently had a 1-month battle with mold and mildew in my car. I won! First, there was a seal in the rear tail light that had warped and was allowing rain to get into the frame of the car,...