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What is microfibre?
What is microfiber?
Microfiber is a blend of two different materials; polyester and polyamide. The term microfiber derives from the literal size of the individual strands. Strands of microfiber are ultra-fine and measure out to 1/3 the diameter of cotton fibers, or 1/4 the diameter of wool fibers. This is what makes microfiber so soft.
CAR WASHING 101: 7 tips to do on your next wash
In this week's blog post, Chris from Jay's team is going to tackle detailing the Garage shop truck which is a 2018 Ford F-150. Needless to say, the truck needed some TLC. We figured it would be a great opportunity to show you what it takes to do a complete wash on something that is extremely dirty. You can watch more about it in our most recent Touch-Up Tuesday instalment. In this video we cover some core detailing fundamentals, and we've boiled them down to 7 rules you should always follow when detailing your car or truck. So let's jump right in! 1. Wash...
WHEN SHOULD I USE A WATERLESS WASH?
We know, we know! A waterless wash?! You might have the following questions. “Won’t that scratch my paint?” “Should I just pull out the hose & bucket?” “What’s the difference between a waterless wash and a quick detailer?” “When is it safe to use a waterless wash?” “How dirty is too dirty?” These are just a few of the questions we get asked when it comes to the topic of waterless wash solutions, and we get it. There’s a lot to be skeptical about, especially when you consider the consequences. You’re potentially dragging dirt & grime across your paint and by...
5 TIPS TO THE PERFECT CAR WASH – THE TWO BUCKET WASH METHOD
WHEEL CLEANING TIPS & TRICKS
While wheels and tyres might be one of the dirtiest parts of your car, if they are properly cared for, they will complete the look of a well-detailed vehicle.
There are many ways to clean your wheels and tyres, here are some great tips to make them look like new each time you wash your car.
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