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I had my car given a protection detail yesterday. The results are really good. The full process was as follows:
<ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 1.25em; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: square; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; "><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">A pre-wash stage is carried out to begin with. This is in the form of a safe snow-foaming which is designed to work away at much of the loose dirt and grime that is present on tWhile the snow foam is getting to work, we use a variety of detailing brushes to wash the wheels and wheel arches as far as can possibly be reached.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">The whole car is then pressure rinsed to remove as much of the loose contaminants as possible before the hand wash stage.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Other chemicals may be used to remove tar spots from the wheels and paint if necessary.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">The hand wash stage is carried out using a high lubricating shampoo and lambswool mitt. The 2-bucket method is applied in which one bucket is for suds and the other for rinsing loose dirt from the wash mitt.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">The car is then rinsed to clear all contaminants from the wash stage.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Brake dust and tar deposits are then removed from the wheels using suitable safe chemicals.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Using a clay bar and lubricant, we gradually remove all forms of solid particles embedded in the car's paint to remove the likelihood of any corrosive effect they may have.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">The car is then rinsed and dried.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Once dry, we work around the car with a quality car paint cleanser to remove all traces of heavily bonded chemical films from the car's paint and glass.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">All traces of paint cleanser are then steadilly and safely buffed away from the surfaces using plush microfibre cloths.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Paintwork is then treated to a coat of one of our quality natural carnauba waxes or polymer paint sealants, depending on what type of protection was initially applied to the paint.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Tyre walls, trim and arches are dressed using appropriate choice dressings.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">A coat of durable sealant or high temperature paste wax is applied to the wheels.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Exterior glass is deep cleansed using one of our dedicated cleansers which also leaves a fines sealant barrier to act as a water repellant.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Paintwork is then given a final wipe down using plush microfibre cloths and lubricating quick detailer spray to remove gassing or streaking effects from the wax or sealant.[/list]The sealants used were from Zaino and impressive results from products. I will try and get some pics. Previously I have had cars coated with Supaguard but this is far better. Also got inside protected. Main advantage was use of sealants with UV filters to prevent sun fading etc. Total cost was £200 but well worth the money and took about 8 hours.
Edited by: Dan
I had my car given a protection detail yesterday. The results are really good. The full process was as follows:
<ul style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 1.25em; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: square; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; "><li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">A pre-wash stage is carried out to begin with. This is in the form of a safe snow-foaming which is designed to work away at much of the loose dirt and grime that is present on tWhile the snow foam is getting to work, we use a variety of detailing brushes to wash the wheels and wheel arches as far as can possibly be reached.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">The whole car is then pressure rinsed to remove as much of the loose contaminants as possible before the hand wash stage.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Other chemicals may be used to remove tar spots from the wheels and paint if necessary.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">The hand wash stage is carried out using a high lubricating shampoo and lambswool mitt. The 2-bucket method is applied in which one bucket is for suds and the other for rinsing loose dirt from the wash mitt.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">The car is then rinsed to clear all contaminants from the wash stage.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Brake dust and tar deposits are then removed from the wheels using suitable safe chemicals.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Using a clay bar and lubricant, we gradually remove all forms of solid particles embedded in the car's paint to remove the likelihood of any corrosive effect they may have.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">The car is then rinsed and dried.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Once dry, we work around the car with a quality car paint cleanser to remove all traces of heavily bonded chemical films from the car's paint and glass.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">All traces of paint cleanser are then steadilly and safely buffed away from the surfaces using plush microfibre cloths.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Paintwork is then treated to a coat of one of our quality natural carnauba waxes or polymer paint sealants, depending on what type of protection was initially applied to the paint.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Tyre walls, trim and arches are dressed using appropriate choice dressings.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">A coat of durable sealant or high temperature paste wax is applied to the wheels.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Exterior glass is deep cleansed using one of our dedicated cleansers which also leaves a fines sealant barrier to act as a water repellant.<li style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 12px; font: inherit; vertical-align: line; list-style-: decimal; list-style-: initial; list-style-: initial; ">Paintwork is then given a final wipe down using plush microfibre cloths and lubricating quick detailer spray to remove gassing or streaking effects from the wax or sealant.[/list]The sealants used were from Zaino and impressive results from products. I will try and get some pics. Previously I have had cars coated with Supaguard but this is far better. Also got inside protected. Main advantage was use of sealants with UV filters to prevent sun fading etc. Total cost was £200 but well worth the money and took about 8 hours.








Edited by: Dan