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  1. A

    New to detailing

    Hi Guys Just picked up some stuff for my new car what order should this be used? Poorboys White Diamond Poorboys EX-P Poorboys Polish with wax I will be washing with meguiars gold class shampoo. Was also going to invest in some nattys wax paste or similar? Cheers!
  2. P

    Detailing.

    Hi, could anyone recommend a detailing shop in the Birkenhead [CH42] area, please ? I have looked on the i/net but I don't see anyone with a biggish operation in the area. There are a couple of small garages who do the wash and shine job, and although there is absolutely nothing wrong with that...
  3. X

    Detailing

    I want to get my car professionally detailed in the uk where can I get it done I'm in midlands and want to do it locally
  4. Johnmichaelgawl

    Detailing studio in glasgow....

    I had my car done at undercover Valeting and detailing a few months back. Had the full works done. Safe wash De tar Clay bar Hand polish And finally 2 coats of auto glum HD wax Had the interior detailed too All for a very good price The guys down there are amazing Just off the motorway at...
  5. R

    Detailing, Valeting, Car Washing.....

    I have, as you know spent many happy an hour (day!) cleaning my car and have contemplated how to move to the next level given that whilst most people regard my car "as new" I still know where the micro and indeed less micro scratches are. My local car cleaning place (Sgt Bills!) will wash...
  6. Rashman

    Detailing out of hand

    To summaries, over the last week.. Waxed the car & windows Post wax treatment Detailed engine bay Treated rubbers, plastics & hoses Treated external plastics & wiper arms Cleaned and waxed wheels Cleaned calipers Treated tyres Cleaned and treated all meshing on front bumper Treated &...
  7. C

    A great deal more than just detailing !

    Just look at what this guy has done to a ruined 250 SE ! Mercedes 250 se re- commision - Detailing World
  8. C

    A pic heavy thread about detailing a 560 SEL

    Mercedes 560SEL - Detailing World
  9. smoothrider

    bling bling!

    Well, been promising her a full body massage for a while now. Got round to it today - scrubs up nice eh?
  10. martyp87

    3 weeks of Winter took its toll...

    Previous two weekends I've been on-call so just sitting around the house but the weather was horrid so I couldn't wash the car and I knew I had to do something this weekend - even if it was just flushing out the arches and underbody... In the morning I changed the pollen filter as the HVAC...
  11. J

    Detailing for a Newbie

    I dont profess to be anything else other than a "hose it down to get the dirt off man". However I would like to keep my 2004 E320 cdi a bit shinier. At one stage in its life it has been given a diamondbrite or similar treatment It's colour is 744 Brilliant Silver, metallic. Sorry its not black...
  12. GSEH88

    Fresh from TLC at Topaz Detailing

    I collected my car yesterday after 6 days at Topaz Detailing for a Level 2 (out of 4 plus orange peel removal as a separate major job) job. I'm extremely happy with the results. The 6 days included about a day and a half of leaving the Swissvax Crystal Rock wax to cure at 25 to 30 degrees...
  13. Sp!ke

    A quick detailing question

    After a year of use and despite careful two bucket washing with a lambswool mitt, I've noticed a bit of crazing on the paintwork of my little smart. Looking closely, I think that some of the panels aren't actually even painted with the finish being a high sheen black plastic. Given the...
  14. P

    Detailing.

    Well, I have just spent a happy 2 hours prepping my SLK for some detailing work this week. Never having used it before, I was wary about detail clay, but took the plunge. I bought some Autoglym Detailing Clay kit on eBay, and am frankly astounded at how much ingrained dirt there was in the...
  15. hackenbacker

    Advice - New W204/New to detailing

    Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum and new to detailing. I've had a read through some of the thread content and the variety of methods/products is almost bewildering (to me anyway). I pick up my new car tomorrow and would like some advice on how to best care for the exterior right from the...
  16. DSLiverpool

    SL55 Tanzanite detailed by Griffiths Detailing

    Griffiths Detailing - Auto Finesse Detail - Detailing World I can't load pictures on the iPad but will do later - top job
  17. G

    Detailing advice

    Hello guys, I am starting in detailing as part time occupation. Any advice from the detailers out there? Do you all have insurance? Cheers
  18. jonnyMercUK

    Anyone manage to get some detailing in yesterday?

    Managed a bit of detailing yesterday in the short break of rain. Used my new Snow Foam Lance (thanks npuk :thumb: ) got a sample of Autobrite Super Snow Foam, went on a treat, still need to get the dilution rates right but it worked pretty well. I then used 2bm with Autoglym shampoo and...
  19. M

    Methods Of Detailing

    Came across this old video on my youtube channel. Might be worth you guys watching to show you the order of method when cleaning your cars. It should help with with the processes. Gemclean Detailing-2011 Ferrari California - YouTube Cheers Mike
  20. Pitts Pilot

    How does a Newbie start detailing?

    As a recent owner of a Metallic Black 2007 SL350 with Black leather upholstery and trim, I would like to learn how to care for the appearance of my ‘new’ car, and establish an appropriate cleaning and waxing regime for it. I have read with stunned amazement the unbelievably good guide that...
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