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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...
Stains can make their way onto carpet inside of your auto if you drop a food or drink item onto the carpet or simply by tracking dirt and other debris onto the carpet when you step into your auto....
Cigarette smoke can cling to a car's interior long after the smoker has ceased smoking in the car. Removing the odor takes some time and calls for cleaning with the right kinds of products. Many...
Though many people think nothing of smoking in the car while they drive, this noticeable odor sticks around and can be a nuisance. Cigarette smoke clings to every surface it touches, and the smell...
Cigarette smoke quickly builds up inside a vehicle, leaving a hazy film on the interior side of the windshield. This haze is not only unattractive; it also reduces visibility through the...
Even in areas with extremely hard water, removing calcium deposits from your auto glass is relatively simple. The primary culprit when it comes to creating calcium deposits on windshields and...
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...
When you drive, you often feel the occasional bug hit your windows, its just unavoidable. Cleaning those bugs is not a pleasant task but at least there are remedies out there to help you do the...
A long road trip or a drive in an area that has a lot of insects usually means your car will have bug remains stuck on the paint. A trip to the car wash just does not seem to do the trick when you...
Cigarette smoke is one of the toughest odors to remove, especially from your car. The odor is absorbed into your upholstery and a thin film of tar often coats the plastic panels in your car. While...
Chrome finishing is a widely used method to give metal objects an extremely shiny, hard surface. Chroming is used in everything from kitchen appliances to car wheels, mainly for decorative...
Texas Choppers are expensive motorcycles that require care and caution when cleaning. While most vehicles can be run through a car wash, Texas Choppers require delicate handling with mild...
White vinegar is made of fermented corn alcohol. It is useful for more than just cooking or pickling cucumbers. Keep a large bottle of vinegar on hand at all times---it is helpful in a variety of...
Retail car cleaning products can be costly, and many contain harsh chemicals that may be harmful to you and the environment. Instead, consider making an easy car-cleaning solution right at home,...
When you wash your car regularly, it shows how much pride you have in your vehicle. You don't always have to take a trip to the auto parts store when you want to wash your car. You may be able to...
Removing a bumper sticker should be as easy as sticking it on, but unfortunately, most of them are backed by very strong adhesive. Some swear by acetone, which is a solvent, but I just don't think...
Vinegar is such a useful cleaning item that it only makes sense that there be ways to use it for your car too. Using vinegar to help clean your car with save you time and money. Here I will share...
I clean my car windows about 3 times a week. Know what I use? No, not newspapers. They leave your hands dirty. How about that $3.50 buck bottle of Glass Plus Multi Surface Cleaner that gives them...
At some point or another you'll probably have to deal with a bad smell in your car. Here is a quick and effective way of neutralizing that bad smell for good.
If you have ever purchased a used car from a smoker then chances are the car reeks of smoke! You have got to get rid of that smoke odor fast! To remove smoke smell from a car you just have to...
Even when your car's windshield looks spotless, it may actually be far from it. Sometimes the only way to know that your car windshield is dirty is when the sun has set and you have lights from...
We wash our car and get it all nice and detailed, but then afterwards, there's all those pesky little water spots on the windows that just ruins everything! No matter what we do, we just can't...
When cement dries on a surface it bonds to it like a strong glue. It can be very difficult to remove and usually special products are needed. Removing cement from a car can be tricky because the...
Whether you're a fanatic about your car or whether you want to be frugal about keeping it clean, many homemade automotive cleaning products work to keep your vehicle sparkling and attractive...
This article will explain how to quickly and easily remove a window decal without damaging your window. With just three easy steps you'll have a window that looks brand new and maybe even have...
There can be nothing worse than being trapped in a car on a rainy or cold day when the windows have to be up and being bombarded with the horrible smells of mildew. Luckily there is a simple...
All it takes is getting too close to a cement truck in traffic and cement will find a way onto your car. Cement tends to dry the quickest in places it isn't wanted and when it does it poses the...
Allowing rust to remain on steel bicycle, truck or automobile wheels not only denigrates the look of the vehicle, it can eventually wear through the steel, leaving holes that are not repairable....
Long after a cigarette is put out, the smell of smoke lingers, especially in the confines of a car. Whether you recently quit smoking and don't want the temptation wafting up your nose, or just...
This may happen only once or twice in your life. Someone throws an egg at your car and it dries before you have a chance to clean it off. Once it dries it is much harder to remove, but there are a...
Although most people only knows that vinegar is used for food, it actually can be used for variety of ways. In this article, you will learn to use vinegar to clean cars and tools.
Keeping car windows clean and clear is important, not only to keep the automobile looking nice but also to increase visibility while driving. A commercial cleaner isn't necessary to keep the glass...
Removing cigarette odor from your car is surprisingly easy. Cigarette odor left is a car can cause a stale and nasty smell that not many people enjoy. Here is how to remove that smell.
Waterproof plastic flooring is available in a number of styles, colors and designs. This flooring is popular because it needs much less maintenance than laminate and other types of plastic...
Spilled gasoline can be tough to get out of carpets because it's an oily solvent. Sack the stink with a few household ingredients.
Fish smells can be some of the hardest odors to eliminate, especially once they have attached themselves to the upholstery of your car. Quick action is the best thing you can do to ensure your car...
Cigarette smoke is probably one of the most difficult odors to get rid of. If you are a smoker, then the odor probably doesn’t bother you. But to those who do not smoke, the smell is very...
Having 2 kids, my car smells like cheetos or happy meals all the time, or sippy cups gone sour. Whatever the smell, I have the most awesome and CHEAP solution to get rid of those smells.
Whether from a sudden rain storm or the neighbor's sprinklers, water marks are to an automobile body what acne is to a teenager's skin. They're unsightly, embarrassing and, if left untreated, can...
Green cleaning does not have to be confined to the interior of your home. You can also green clean your own car a non-toxic, environmentally friendly way that will not break the bank. Read on to...
You don't need expensive cleaners or harsh chemicals to clean your car. From the upholstery to the exterior, there are green cleaning products you can use to get your car looking and smelling like...