Solution Finish Black Trim Restorer Have you ever looked at your car and wished it had just a bit of that sparkle it did when you first bought it? Loads of wax, elbow grease, and vacuum cleaner never seem to do the trick. Well, if you’re looking for something more than soap and water, then you need to check out…
What Is Cerakote Trim Coat? Cerakote is an advanced ceramic-based automotive trim coat restoration system designed to restore and protect plastic, rubber and metal components on trucks, cars, ATV’s, UTV’s, boats and more, The kit’s specialized ceramics provide superior color restoration and protection from the effects of UV rays, moisture and environmental contaminants while also adding a brilliant finish to…
Are you tired of seeing your precious car looking dull and faded? Do you feel like nothing can help it regain its original shine? Have no fear! Car Guys plastic restorer is here to save the day. Car Guys plastic restorer is a perfect all-in-one solution for restoring all types of plastics and trims in and on your pride and…
Recently announced from Autoglym, A British staple in the detailing world. Four new products to add to their already extensive lineup. Announced on the 3rd March 2022 for release at the end of March, three new essential accessories and a new in-between wash product. Following the release in 2021 of Autoglym’s Rapid Ceramic Spray. A hydrophobic maintenance detailer, It has been…
The Meguiars Sunlight 3+ is a high spec detailers inspection light featuring a wide temperature range, stepless brightness output and a solid aluminum alloy build. Co-branded with Scangrip who lead the way in innovative LED products, the Meguiars Sunlight 3+ (MT103) is the perfect detailing light to spot imperfections, swirls and scratches to help aid in the paint correction process…
Wurth Alloy Silver Wheel Lacquer is one of the most popular silver alloy wheel paint for DIY alloy wheel refurbishment and respray. It is a fast-drying lacquer spray paint that matches the standard alloy wheel paint used by Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, VW, Audi, Fiat and most other European manufacturers. Also excellent on TSW Alloys and GM Vauxhall. Wurth sliver alloy…
New from Autoglym is their Rapid Ceramic Coating Spray. A rapid spray on wipe-off hydrophobic spray to allow up to 3 months protection and advanced water beading. A perfect standalone protectant or top-up protection with use with UHD polish and UHD ceramic coating. The highly respected Autoglym have produced a tropical scented, simple yet durable product that is just spray…
From experience of the detailing product’s market, the premium plush Chemical Guys microfiber towels are certainly one of the most popular choices of cloths with detailers world-wide. But what makes them so popular and highly rated? Simply put, these premium microfiber towels are made from scratch-free material with silk banded edges for further protection and the vibrant bold color provides…
As part of their latest detailing products line-up for 2021 Meguiar’s have announced they are expanding their popular range of new products in Si02 technology otherwise known as hybrid ceramics that is said to improve water beading while still protecting, cleaning and increasing the durability of your paint. As well as its ultimate high-end premium car care range of products.…
Early October 2020 saw Glenroth based, Infinity Wax launch the UK’s first graphene-enhanced car detailing spray. Benefiting from the inclusion of the Genable® graphene dispersions supplied by Applied Graphene Materials, which enhances the performance of the product by reducing the chances of water spotting on the car’s paintwork. QDX Graphene Detailing Spray is the first graphene-enhanced car care product in…
When it comes to winter motoring there are a number of essentials that as motorists we should all think about keeping in our vehicles as a winter car kit. Here we look at the 5 most popular and essential items for you to consider as part of your winter car kit. When looking to ensure you have the essentials for winter…
Yorkshire based The Leather Repair Company (LRC) has re-launched its award-winning leather care products LRC1 Cleaner and LRC4 Protection Cream. The new improved versions of these leather care products have been formulated to provide a better foaming action for deeper cleaning power and with a genuine authentic leather aroma leaving leather looking better and smelling fantastic. Richard Hutchins, managing director…
To help motorists keep their cars germ-free, Autoglym has recently launched their all-new Anti-Bacterial Multi Surface Sanitiser. This new all-purpose sanitiser with anti-bacterial action kills 99.99% of all-known nasties and is ideal for occasional deep sanitising or daily maintenance of all washable vehicle surfaces. Its anti-bacterial action leaving surfaces literally clean enough to eat your take-out off. Conforming to standard…
In this article you will not only discover the best way to clean car windows, but also what products and methods are best for outside and interior glass cleaning for a streak free shine, as well as our recommended and highly effective car window cleaner. Car glass requires the same care and detailing as the rest of your vehicle, but…
Let’s face it; none of us like cleaning our cars in the cold, dark winter season. However, there are some steps you can take before and during winter to make life a whole lot easier. These practical car care tips also help to prepare and protect your car for winter cold, wet, snow and ice conditions. Your Winter Car Care…
Leather seats and interiors have long been the hallmark of luxury for vehicles. But with the majority of cars now having the option of leather seats, one of the things we very often get asked about is, how to clean leather car seats and the best products to use to clean and protect them. Below we help you to…
When it comes to cleaning your car’s engine it can sound like a daunting task. Washing under your bonnet sounds like more trouble than it’s worth. Yet, it is actually simpler and can be safer than you have been led to believe. A trusted procedure with a couple of basic precautions can avoid any complications. Fortunately for you, the…
Dodo Juice Diamond White is a carnauba paste wax specifically formulated and blended to get a crystal clear wet look shine from white, silver and light coloured cars. Sometimes mistakenly referred to as Dodo Juice White Diamond and not to be confused with the Poorboys glaze of that same name, Diamond White is a blend of white beeswax, micronised carnauba…
As one of the world’s best known car care brands Meguiars offer a range of clay bars for your car, truck or motorcycle. But which is the best Meguiars clay bar for you? Today I will guide you through each of the different Meguiar’s clay bar products to help you make that choice. This article will also include user reviews,…
A little while ago I wrote what has become one of my most read posts on the differences between a dual action polisher, rotary polishing machine and orbital buffers. Since then I have been asked on a number of occasions which is the best dual action polisher to buy. There are of course many variables when looking to choose…
If you are following my detailing guide series on reading this article you will be at a stage where your paintwork is suitably prepped for you to now look at how to wax a car by hand. If you have not signed up for the guide series don’t worry this article will still guide you through how to wax your…
If you have been following my detailing guide series you will have now washed and dried your pride and joy in the safest possible, swirl avoiding ways and have completed the initial stage in your paintwork preparation. Your next step is car paint cleaning… The purpose of this stage is to remove the fine defects from your paintwork in…
When it comes to choosing the best car wash mitt for cleaning your car there are a number of factors you need to take into consideration. If you are receiving my car car cleaning guides you will know that my first recommendation is to ditch your sponge and replace it with a good quality car wash mitt. The first question will be…
Meguiars Ultimate Compound was launched into the car care market back in 2009 and quickly established itself as a high performing product. Not only is it highly effective when it comes to restoring tired and neglected paint finishes but Meguiar’s Ultimate Compound also steps up to the mark where others fail in removing bird poop marks, water stains, tree…
Car detailing is the art of getting your cherished motor looking as near to, and in many cases better than the day it was driven out of the showroom. Whether you are seeking absolute perfection, to go one better than the next door neighbour or simply to look after and protect the value of your pride and joy, there…
If you’re on this page and you have a white, silver or other light colour paintwork on your vehicle, you will know like me how difficult it can be to get that real deep clean shine, where all you can normally see are masses of dulling swirl marks. Enter Poorboys White Diamond Show Car Glaze, a real game changer…
If you have a black, blue, red or other dark coloured paintwork on your car or bike you will know how difficult it can be to maintain that mirror like gleam. This is where Poorboys Black Hole comes into it’s own, with very little else on the market that can touch it in terms of performance and value for money.…
When it comes to your cars’ looks there is nothing worse than plastic trim parts that have faded to grey or in some cases near to white. So what do the professionals turn to when seeking the back to new look on their plastic parts? For many the product of choice is Wurth Plastic Dye Plast-PT. Go behind the…
Launched several years ago Meguiars G18211 Ultimate Wax is still one of Meguiar’s most advanced, pure synthetic hydrophobic wax which, demonstrated by the majority of the on Amazon, offers some of their longest-lasting wax protection. Hydrophobic, whilst it involves some very clever molecular technology, to us car care enthusiasts it simply means it repels water rather than attracting it. Thus…
When it comes to finding the permanent solution to sun-faded car bumpers and black plastic trim, Forever Black Bumper, Trim Cleaner & Reconditioner Dye Kit is one of the car care industries amazing success stories. Forever Black is not a cosmetic dressing. It’s an easy-to-use permanent black bumper dye. It permanently colors black plastic, rubber and vinyl with the same polymers…
With so many choices available, choosing the best car cleaning kit for a present or indeed yourself can sometimes be a bit of a minefield. Does the highest price kit really mean the best? Which is the best value for money? Which kit will help you get and keep a showroom shine? These are just some of the questions you…
Why Choose Super Resin Polish? Having been launched in 1986 Autoglym Super Resin Polish (SRP) has been now been a firm favourite amongst car owners, enthusiasts and valeters alike, for nearly 30 years. Here we take a good look at why it has lasted the course, some rave reviews, how to apply (inc a quick video) as well as a…
About Valet Pro Bilberry Wheel Cleaner Valet Pro Bilberry Wheel Cleaner has become one of the most popular wheel cleaners on the market. Bilberry was formulated to be an outstandingly safe but effective wheel cleaner! Something that it achieves where others fail. Valet Pro Bilberry Wheel Cleaner is great for valuable Alloy Wheels, Chrome Wheels, and other types of rim where…
As you will know managing to keep your wheels gleaming is one of the hardest jobs in detailing. Getting it right can seriously improve the look of your car and really makes heads turn wherever you go. In this article I will share some top tips on how to protect and clean alloy wheels to keep them gleaming in both…
Now you might ask what has a used car warranty (or extended warranty) got to do with car care. The key to this question however lies in the fact that when it comes down to our cars many of us will readily admit we concentrate more time and attention on the look of our motors than we do the mechanics. …
I was recently contacted by Avril who had a question that many others have asked in the past and which I thought the answer might be of interest to you. Avril’s question was: “I have ordered my new car an Audi TT and I am planning to detail it when I get it to give the car the best possible…
The Leather Repair Company Withernsea has this week launched its new Leather Guard (R) Protection system. This new leather protection product is designed to work on all types of leather including car leather interiors, furniture, desk tops, jackets & clothing and even handbags. Launched after years of research and development the new Leather Guard (R) Protectant will give a minimum of…
We’ve all been there, lugging the household vacuum cleaner across the driveway or up onto your car seats, only to find the cable was too short or the tools too wide and at which point you wished you had the best car vacuum for the job in hand. Our interactive guide of car vacs below and the analysis that follows…
When it comes to interior detailing and caring for the inside of your car it is just as important to choose the right car interior detailing products as it is to select your car’s polish, wax or wheel cleaner. Sometimes even more so in that the interior of our cars can often get left much longer between cleans than the…
In this post, I will look at and answer the popular question of How To Polish a Car By Hand. The majority of readers and customers who ask about polishing their cars start off by learning how to polish by hand before moving to the more advanced level of machine polishing. Although admittedly you can achieve more in a shorter…
Do you need to get the bumpers on your car back to black? Have they faded to a horrible dull grey color? With so many different products on the market which is the best way to get them back to that deep showroom blackness? You’ve probably seen references to them all; protectants, detailers, and bumper dressings, all designed to transform…
With so many car wash products on the market, choosing which ones to have in your kit bag can be a little confusing. Especially to anyone just starting out in the world of detailing. Here I will explore some of the essential items anyone from beginner to expect should always have in their detailing kit bag. The first may come…
In this latest post we look at what is a clay bar and how best to use them in detailing your car, helping you to get the best finish and shine you can out of the precious time you spend on your cherished motor. I’ll also detail a few of my personal preferences in the best clay bars to choose…
Following on from Part 1 of this tyres review and knowing what can happen when a tyre goes I immediately looked up tyres review for a set of replacement tyres. I had a conversation with one of the guys at A-line Wheel Tracking who told me all about the new tyre ratings and how many tyres with excellent grip unfortunately…
Ok, so you might be asking why is a tyres review appearing on a blog about car care? At some point I may have wondered myself, but from recent experiences I can personally vouch for the fact that car care is more than just about how your vehicle looks, it also encompasses its performance as well your own safety when…
Over the years we have tried many of the car scratch remover products that we have either stocked or have been sent as samples. Some of those we have stuck with and added to our range and others we have let go of, either from our own experience or the feedback of customers. So which of those we seen or…
Poorboys World car care products are addressing one the car owners worst nightmares with their product to help remove bird muck and prevent the horrendous damage it can do to your car paint. The new product is designed to remove both fresh and dried on bird muck from your car paint, glass, plastic and exterior vinyl trim or convertible hoods…
For many years now car and furniture leather repair has been the preserve of a limited number of experts across the country and even for the smallest touch-up job this would not be inexpensive. Now those small touch-up jobs can be done by the likes of you and I with an innovative new product from one of those expert companies.…
For many years the German made P21s Powergel was widely regarded as one of the best alloy wheel cleaner products available. The acid free gel formula being able to cling to the wheels longer than most liquid sprays and highly effective at removing that annoying build-up of black brake dust on your alloys. Then a couple of years ago UK…
Yes that’s right, this is an article on how to get your faded bumpers and trim not back to black, but back to grey. The majority of the questions we receive on this subject do relate to black and we have previously written a full article on this subject a link to which is provided below. However not all vehicles…
Until recently restoring or repairing your car leather seats or trim would require either the expertise or the need to call in the experts to do it for you. Fortunately, a number of these experts have recently made DIY leather repairs much more accessible to ALL of us, with the introduction of the DIY . In this and future articles,…
The sun is out and the birds are in the sky feasting on the swarms of bugs and insects that the warm weather also brings out. Unfortunately along with this feasting comes the inevitable fallout – the downpour of bird muck, droppings, lime, mess, poop or whatever you want to call it. Straight onto to our car’s newly polished shiny…
If there is one brand that is certainly making a name for themselves in the world of metal polishes at the moment – that brand is Britemax. Here one of our regular contributors – Mark Beardmore – puts their flagship Britemax Twins Metal Polish to the test. Originally from the US the Britemax brand and product range have been introduced into…
We regularly get asked this question – “My Harley (or other make of motorbike) engine has faded from black to grey – how do I get my Harley motorcycle engine back to black?” Fortunately this is not a question we have to uumm & aaarrr about. For many years now we have had the benefit of being able to supply…
Do you know the big (and very important) difference between car wax and polish? Would you like to know when and why to use them and in what order? If you’re not 100% sure of the difference or want to know more about what makes them different and why it is vital in getting the best shine on your car…
Will my car fail its MOT if it has damage or scratches on the windscreen? What will cause a fail and what is acceptable for a pass? What are the options for remedy or repair of scratches and damage? These are questions that are frequently asked by car owners facing their next MOT and unsure if they should have their…
Whether or not you have access to running water whilst cleaning your car either via a pressure washer or hose, many detailers still combine these with the ‘ two bucket ‘ method of washing a car. So why use two buckets when one should do?
Do you know how best to clean microfiber cloths and towels used in your auto detailing? Here I share my 8 top tips to care for, wash & clean microfiber cloths, detailing and drying towels, to keep them in tip-top condition and ensure your microfibre cloths are working at their optimum performance. I also guide you through the reasoning behind…
Has the constant in and out of your car left you with those really annoying scuff marks on your car interior door trims? Are you finding them a little difficult to remove? Here we detail 3 easy steps on how to remove scuff marks from your plastic car interior, door cards and trim. The trouble is a lot of trims…
Do you find your chamois leather quickly starts to fall to pieces? Have you recently purchased or received one as a gift and are wondering how do you go about cleaning, caring for and storing your chamois cloth? The chamois leather (“Shammy”) is an extremely popular choice for drying cars, boats, truck and motorcycles, but unfortunately, many end up in…
Are you struggling to think of what to get your car loving friend or relative for a Christmas present this year? Xmas gifts can be hard to think of at the best of times so we have put together this top 10 list of more unique and unusual Christmas gifts for car lovers in your life. Hopefully, it will give…
Are you looking for the best car polish for white cars and/or wax product for your silver or light coloured paintwork? It is a question that we get asked at least once or twice a week and as the owner of a white coloured car myself, I know what a pain it can be to keep it looking gleaming all…
Anyone with alloy wheels will be well aware of the time and effort required to keep them gleaming and the corrosive effect that brake dust and other muck & grime can have on them. In order to help solve this problem a wide range for wheel waxes and wheel sealants have sprung onto the market in recent years. All aimed…
What has the subject of excellent customer service got to do with car detailing products you might ask? I admit that most of our posts here are focused on the products, methods of use and reviews. However a recent near disaster, that was only averted by being on the receiving end of some excellent customer service, got me thinking about…
You have just bought yourself a nice set of shiny new alloys or better still a new car with a nice set of rims and now want to ensure they stay clean using the best alloy wheel brush you can get your hands on. But which one is the best for your rims? In a recent Auto Express product…
There once was a time when only a few choices existed to dry your car; a chamois leather, old rags or T-shirts or just leave it to dry naturally. However to avoid those annoying watermarks and potential swirls you need to remove the water as quickly and safely as you can. Fortunately, there are now a number of other…
One of the questions we are asked, almost daily, is How To Avoid Swirl Marks when washing your car. To help answer this question we have put together our “Top 10 ten tips to avoid swirls and scratches when cleaning a car”. First let’s have a quick look at exactly what swirl marks are and how they are caused. Swirls, also…
This is a guest blog post kindly written by Mark Beardmore, one of our regular contributors and longstanding detailing enthusiast. Mark is an experienced detailer and has tried and tested many new products as they come to the market. For this car tyre dressing review, Mark has thoroughly tested and reviewed two car tyre dressings from well known manufacturers; Poorboys Bold…
Colin contacted us to ask for some advice on detailing his Jaguar. He wanted to get a really good shine and was looking to buy the Meguiars Dual Action polishing machine. After recommending various products including a mix of Meguiars and Poorboys Black Hole, Colin finally got the good weather – and results – he had been waiting for: “I…
Here, with the help of one of our previous contributors we see how the established Meguiars Ultimate Wax and Ultimate Polish perform. Step in Mark Beardmore, who travelled across to pick some and test out on Black 07 Ford Fiesta he was detailing later that day. Before getting into the detail of the products themselves we must congratulate Meguiars on…
In this article, we take a look at a subject that affects nearly all car owners at some point in time – that of Clear Plastic Headlight Restoration. One of our regular customers recently pulled up outside our premises and asked me to take a look at his headlights which had become extremely clouded and dull over time from a…
A blast of cold air may be the last thing on your mind at the moment, but keeping your air conditioning permanently off during winter could be storing up trouble for when the sun eventually does come out. New research for Kwik Fit, the UK’s largest automotive repair company, has revealed that 56% of motorists keep their air-con switched off during the…
Hot on the heels of our Top 10 list for car lovers it seemed only right to take a look at the 10 best and most sought after motorcycle gifts for the motorbike lover in your life. So girls what do you get your biker husband or boyfriend for Xmas and guys what about the biking lady in your life?…
Having been asked by a close friend for ideas for a Christmas present for a car lover who has nearly everything, I immediately reeled off a list of the items I could think of that would make ideal car cleaning gifts. But looking at the bemusement on her face then realised I was in fact reeling off my own, rather…
If you are based in the UK, the Pacific Northwest, New England or elsewhere with a similar climate, you will no doubt be all too familiar with the need to take extra steps and precautions for your motorcycle winter storage. Here we look at what steps should you take and some of the products recommended in preparing and storing your…
Is your car windscreen or glass letting the side down? Are you seeking to find a windscreen and glass scratch remover to get rid of the annoying scratches in your glass? If like me and many other car enthusiasts you will strive to get the best possible shine on your paintwork, rims, tyres trim and any other part of your…
When looking to buy a polishing machine we often get asked if Rotary car polishing machines are suitable for first-time users and what the main differences are between Rotary, Dual Action and Orbital car polishers. Rotary Polishers The motor on these machines directly drives the polishing head that fixes directly to the backing plate onto which you fix your cutting,…
Like many other industries the car care market is always looking for that next breakthrough product that will provide a “better shine”, “more effective scratch removal” or “the best beading you have ever seen”. The adoption of “Nano Technology” appears to be one of those bandwagons that many manufacturers are now jumping on-board. But what is Nanotech as it is…
In recent years it has been a rare occurrence if a month has gone by where we have not been approached by a company looking for us to stock their new waterless car wash product. Some extol the virtues of the “environmentally friendly” properties of the product, although reading up on many these mainly relate to the fact that it…
One of the most common questions we get asked is what are the best car wax, polish and detailing products for dark or light, black, blue, red, white, green etc coloured cars. In particular black, blue and dark coloured cars seem to be some of the most popular requests for the best car wax or car polish for such colours.…