cleaning a car

Want your car to look less “seagull target” and more Sunday best? Start with a cool rinse in the shade, then a two-bucket wash using a pH‑neutral shampoo and a microfibre mitt—straight lines, not frantic circles. Decontaminate wheels and lower panels last, because brake dust is basically exfoliant for paint you didn’t ask for. Dry with a plush microfibre towel, then add a light sealant or wax for a proper hydrophobic party. Inside, vacuum from top to bottom, wipe plastics with a mild interior cleaner, and finish glass with a lint‑free cloth to avoid that smeary “haunted” look. Avoid direct sun and high-pressure nozzles at point-blank range—this is detailing, not sandblasting.