Some may say there is nothing better than a new pristine-looking car. Whether you have purchased a brand new car or you have bought a second car, it doesn’t matter. What matters is what can be done to keep a car looking as good as new. If you are looking to sell your car, then the below car care hacks are a good way to ensure that you will get lots of keen customers. Here are five tips on how to do so.
If you have ever been on holiday to countries that have very intense sunny days, you will have noticed cars that have been parked in direct sunlight for extended periods of time’s paintwork has faded. Whilst it would be rare for this to happen in our less sunny weather, it does show that the sun is very damaging to paintwork and if you want your paintwork to keep looking vibrant in its color and consistency, then parking your car in shaded areas or areas that are sheltered from intense sunlight really will help to keep your car looking as good as new.
We highly recommend that you invest in a DIY paintwork sealant or you get a professional paintwork treatment for your car. If you apply a sealant to the paintwork of your car as soon as possible, you are going to be able to easily maintain the new car look and you will not need to be so careful of where your car is parked and whether the paintwork will get easily chipped, as the sealant works as an extra protective barrier.
However, it is also important to note that if you aren’t sure of how to safely apply paintwork sealant and you feel that the task may be too big, then it is a good idea to leave it to the professionals, as it can be a tricky step by step process and you don’t want to do more harm than good.
Using a car can be quite abrasive to the paintwork if it isn’t done correctly, by correctly we mean the right wash products and equipment has not been used. It is important to use a car washing product that is PH balanced, as acidic car soaps and cleaners can be very abrasive. You should only use a car shampoo that isn’t PH balanced if you are trying to remove heavy dirt. High-quality car washing products need to perform well, but they do not need to be expensive. Amazon is a good place to start your search, as they compare deals from Amazon dealers.
Polishing and waxing your car is a great way to care for the exterior of your vehicle. Many car enthusiasts love a freshly polished or waxed car and it can even become a hobby, as the results can be very impressive. However, this may seem daunting to car care beginners, but there are so many guides and information on how to wax and polish your car out there, that it is almost impossible to mess it up. It may be a good idea to start with a polisher that is used by hand, as machine polishers work very fast and this may not be ideal for a beginner who is just getting used to working with a car polisher.
This may seem like an easy option, but if you decide that waxing and polishing aren’t for you, you can get your car waxed and polished professionally now and again and the results can last for a long time.
Car sponges are known for clinging onto grit and putting the grit back onto the paintwork of a car. Please avoid products that hold on to grit at all costs. Microfibre cloths are a safe option as they are less likely to hold on to grit. However, if you still want to use a sponge, do not worry as a grit guard can be used in a bucket to ensure all the grit from the car stays at the bottom of the bucket, instead of being attached to the sponge or cloth.
It is safe to say that car care and cleaning is relatively easy once you know how and it is ideal for those who are looking to part exchange my car as a well looked after car holds its value more than an unkempt car. It is important to take your time and do some research on which cleaning products work best for your car and whether you can spend lots of time and money on car care. If all else fails you can leave it to the professionals and we are sure you will be happy with the results!
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