At Magic Hand Carwash, we know that washing your car properly is key to maintaining its showroom shine and protecting the paintwork from damage. One of the most important things we focus on is using the right shampoo or soap to safely remove dirt from your car’s surface. While a quick spray with a regular hose might seem enough, our team always uses a pH neutral car wash shampoo to gently lubricate and wash away dirt without scratching the paint.
To start off a wash, a high-pressure hose to rinse of the top layer of dirt is advisable. The force of the water is much more likely to remove dirt particles than a regular hose. It’s important to ensure that the tip of a high-pressure hose doesn’t get too close to the surface of the car as the nozzle could damage the paint. The pressure could also potentially cause paint to flake if it has been compromised for any reason, so ensure you keep a meter away from the car. A large, soft, and aerated sponge is the best option for removing the remaining dirt, with plenty of surface area for the dirt to stick to with the aid of the lubrication from the pH-neutral shampoo. When using the sponge, using long, horizontal strokes along the length of the car will help to avoid ‘swirl marks’ – which can occur if there are small particles of dirt rubbed around in circular motions. Ensure that your tools are kept clean whilst washing, regularly rinsing off dirt to avoid scratching the paint. After rinsing again with a high-pressure hose, a wet chamois wrung out regularly will help to remove water from the surface. Then finally, a good quality microfiber cloth will help to complete the dry of the duco and avoid water marks, which can cause staining that is difficult to remove in the future.
