DETAILING 101 - INTERIOR

Detailing the interior of a car involves thoroughly cleaning and restoring all the interior surfaces to make the car look and feel like new.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to detail the interior of your car.

What You'll Need:

1. Vacuum cleaner
2. Our Microfiber towels
3. Our Glass cleaner
4. Brushes and detailing tools
5. Our All-purpose cleaner (for leather and upholstery)
6. Our Interior Ceramic Detailer (for leather, vinyl, rubber, plastic and trims)
7. Trash bag

Step-by-step process:

Step 1: Declutter

Remove all personal items, trash, and loose objects from the car. This includes papers, empty bottles, and anything else that doesn't belong inside the vehicle. Use trash bags to collect and dispose of trash.

Step 2: Floor Mats

If your floor mats are removable, take them out and clean them separately. You can use a combination of vacuuming and spot-cleaning to remove stains and dirt. For rubber mats, you can hose them down for a more thorough clean.

Step 3: Vacuuming

Start by vacuuming the entire interior, including the seats, floor mats, carpet, and all the crevices. Use different attachments for different areas. Pay special attention to hard-to-reach areas like between and under the seats. This step will remove loose dirt and debris.

 Step 4: Cleaning Surfaces

• Dashboard and Center Console: Use our microfiber cloth and our All Purpose Cleaner to wipe down the dashboard, center console, and any other plastic or vinyl surfaces. Be careful not to use too much product, as excess cleaner can leave residues.
• Upholstery: For fabric seats and carpets, use our All Purpose Cleaner. Apply it according to the product's instructions and use a brush to scrub away stains and dirt. Make sure to let it dry thoroughly.
• Leather Seats: Gently clean the leather using our All Purpose Cleaner and follow up with our Interior Ceramic Detailer to keep it supple and prevent cracking.

Step 5: Detailing Tools

Use brushes and detailing tools to clean vents, buttons, and other intricate parts of the interior. Q-tips or detailing swabs can be very helpful for getting into tight spaces.

Step 6: Windows, Mirrors and Screen

Clean the windows, mirrors and screen with our Glass Cleaner and a clean, dry cloth.

Step 7: Final Touches

• Wipe down all interior surfaces again to remove any residues.
• Clean and condition any plastic or vinyl surfaces that need it.
• Make sure to clean the steering wheel and gear shift knob, which can get quite dirty over time.
• Reinstall the cleaned floor mats.
• Replace any items you removed during decluttering.

Step 8: Air Freshening

You can use a car air freshener to add a pleasant scent to the interior. Be careful not to overdo it; a little goes a long way.

Step 9: Reorganize

As you're putting items back into the car, consider organizing them in an efficient and neat manner. This will help maintain the cleanliness of your car's interior.

Regular interior detailing will keep your car looking and feeling fresh and can help preserve its value. How often you detail your car's interior depends on your usage and personal preferences, but doing it at least once a month is a good practice.