How To Clean Your Car Exterior
Britain’s roads can quickly turn your shiny paintwork into a grimy mess and even damage vehicle components over time.
Keeping on top of your car cleaning will not only keep it nice and shiny, but also go some way to removing the films and particles that can eat away at your car’s exterior.
Here’s how to get the perfect finish every time.
Car cleaning essentials:
- Halfords Exterior All Purpose Cleaner
- Halfords Wash & Wash
- Microfibre cloths & towel
- Sponge
- A bucket
How to clean your car exterior - step by step:
Step One: Spray with an all-purpose cleaner
A spray such as the Halfords Exterior All Purpose Cleaner is an efficient way to get stubborn dirt and grime off your car and can be used across all exterior surfaces. Simply spray and wipe with a microfibre cloth for a quick and easy clean.
Step Two: Use a wash and wash
Once most of the dirt has been removed with the all-purpose cleaner, it’s time to take cleaning to the next level with a wash and wax product. Fill a bucket with water and mix the Halfords Wash & Wax and use a sponge to create a spotless, glossy finish.
Step Three: Rinse
After a good scrub, your paintwork should be looking a little better and it’s time to rinse with water. If there’s still a film of dirt or a few corners of dirt that are still being stubborn, don’t be afraid to start again. Another clean should dislodge even the worst bits so you can move onto the next step.
Step Four: Dry with a microfibre towel
The final step is to give everything a good dry with a microfibre towel. The Halfords Supersoft Microfibre Towel is designed for increased absorbency, leaving a streak-free finish.
You can also take a look at our guide on how to clean alloy wheels and how to clean your car interior.
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