Getting Your Car Detailed? Here’s How to Maintain It

After getting high-quality detailing, most owners enjoy the way their car looks, inside and out. The car looks nearly brand-new, though it sometimes gets even better than new. Most owners want to keep that like-new appearance and fresh smell. Keeping the interior, rims and tires clean on a regular basis plays a major role in car maintenance towards that end. 

Here are some of the top ways to maintain a car after it’s detailed:

Avoid Drinking or Eating in the Vehicle

When you were growing up, your parents probably told you not to leave food or drink in their car. Crumbs, spills, and scents can cause seats and buttons to become crusty and unresponsive. Odours can develop, and the smell might not come out after a while. The seats could become stained as well.

The best course of action is just not to eat any food or drink anything besides water in your car. Going on a long trip? Gather snacks and pack them in a cooler or a bag. Plan stops along the way, perhaps at rest areas, to alight from the vehicle and eat.

Speaking of smells, though, it’s also worth noting that smoking in the car should also be avoided entirely.

Give the Car a Wash Every Week

While there’s such a thing as a car wash, manual washing will also go a long way. It’s important for the vehicle to get a manual wash every week, or at the very least, every two weeks. There’s no need to buff the paint or use wax; a little water and suds, however, will go a long way.

Have a Microfibre Cloth Inside

Whenever possible, keep a soft cloth in your vehicle’s glove compartment or a side compartment. This way, you’ll always have it on hand to clean the touchscreen and wipe away dust from the buttons. Microfiber cloths are perfect for removing light debris while they leave behind a soft, smooth finish.

Keep the Tires and Rims Clean

As previously mentioned, maintenance post-detailing involves the tires and rims. This is partially because when people look at the car, these are usually the top features that get paid attention to. They’re prone to getting dirty, meaning they will certainly leave a negative impression on a clean car. Nobody wants their detailed vehicle to look like it was dragged through mud instead of given a thorough cleaning!

Make the Most of Gas Station Cleaning Areas

When driving for long periods, it’s important to keep your windshield clean. If you choose to let the car wash take care of this for you, look for one that uses tower scrubbers instead of jetted water; it’s better to protect the wax coating on your car instead of washing away the seal.  

Look for a deluxe package at a reasonable price if you’re making a long road trip.  If your car has been recently waxed, it is essential to keep the glass clean to avoid streaking or water spots on the exterior of your vehicle.

Conclusion

After a detailing job, maintaining a car is vital to keeping it like new. A good rule of thumb is to keep the interior, tires, and rim as clean as possible. Also, give the car a wash weekly. This will help your vehicle look the best it can possibly be.

Looking into car detailing in Delta, BC? Reach out to Yellow Star today! We practice the art of detailing every single day.