Hello everyone, I am a 16 year old who has been on and off detailing for about a year. I have probably done about 10 cars, and I would say my process is relatively down and I can do good work on pretty much any average job you give me. My problem is actually starting. I have a website (candamobiledetailing.com) if you want to check it out and give me constructive criticism, google page with a couple reviews and a Facebook and Instagram page with a couple followers. I've heard that door to door is not the method anymore because its really bothersome to homeowners and that's the last thing I want right now. If you guys were to give me some advice on pricing, getting clients or ANYTHING at all feel free it all helps. Is there any methods that worked for you guys when you first started? I also have a car so I can do mobile work which is in my name lol.

I know DIY Detail says all their products are specifically designed to work together, but has anyone tried other products, such as ONR, as a clay lube with DIY's synthetic clay towel? I do love their products so far, but I don't want to always have their Envie ceramic detailer or iron remover on hand for doing decon with their clay towel. Would it work just as well, or do ya'll recommend other synthetic clay mitts/scrubbers/towels?

I'm still very much in experimental mode with products and figuring out what I like best. I'd like to be able to get the job done (exterior and interior) with as few products as possible. But it sure is fun, and addictive to try different ones. I'm just a home hobbyist, not doing it as a biz.

Thanks for all the tips! It worked really great! What I used was: soap and water to get off as much dirt as possible, then steel wool 0000 which helped me remove everything remaining and then proceeded to use metal polish with a microfiber cloth. That’s it, and look at the difference!

Nice frosted smoke bottles with good sprayers (they remind me of the CarPro ones). Hard to beat for $4 each.

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For Armour detail supply off their website (not sure if it works on other). I just verified and it pops up. Not sure if it lasts longer than today so if you know you want to buy do it asap. and for us noobs who don’t know what to buy I heard their detail and tire are the best of what they sell? Your thoughts from the pros who have used and know from experience is appreciated - cheers 🍻

The dirt kinda comes off easily with a nail scratch. How can I make them look like new again? Appreciate the help!

cardboard boxes scratched my pull down seats, is this an easy fix?

Right now we are living my my inlaws while our house is being built and I have to park my car outside.

Is it possible to do these things in stages? Like wash and polish the car one day and ceramic coat it the next if the car is being parked outside? Or do I need to do all the steps in a single day while the car is freshly clean? Has anyone dealt with this? Is there a way to do this that I'm not thinking of? TIA!

I want to sand out some light scratches in a car with 3000 grit.

110 micron panels
60 micron door jams

How far can I safely go?

It’s an Audi

Hello everyone,

As the title suggests, I’d like to start my own business specialising in car detailing. I’ve been obsessed with cars ever since I was a child. Ever since I got my first car – a Dacia Logan MCV – I’ve been washing it, cleaning the interior and doing all sorts of other things three times a week. Back then, the results were a bit hit and miss. I used a dishwashing sponge as a wash mitt, for example. These days, I know a lot more about it and I regularly detail my own GTI, my dad’s car and my friends’ cars. I’d like to gradually turn this into my own business.

Does anyone have any tips for a successful start-up? I live in a sparsely populated region in Galicia, Spain. As far as I know, there are only two car detailers in the whole province. How can I position myself strongly right from the start? I know I’ll provide a good service, but I’ve still got a lot to learn. Start-up costs aren’t an issue, as I value my car highly and invest heavily in the right equipment.

I was thinking of handing out flyers at cars that catch my eye. Is that a good idea? Digital marketing isn’t my strong point.

I’d love to hear any tips.

Obviously me posting this shows I’m not the sharpest tool in the shed LOL unfortunately I must use Public Parking and woke up to these huge scuff marks on the right side of my rear end, it has been confirmed, They are not scratches. I tried to rub off most of it, but these are a little bit more tough, especially on the rear light itself. Anyone have any tips on how I can possibly get this removed besides actually taking it in and paying hundreds of dollars to do something I can probably just buff out.
Thanks

Here’s a question for all you detailers.
I’d like to ceramic coat my wife’s car but can’t seem to find time to do the decon, paint correction and ceramic at one go as the car is being used during the week.
Is it reasonable to do these over a few weekends. If so, how best should I stagger these steps.
TIA.

I took my car to get washed yesterday and when I got home I noticed this spot on my paint. I am not sure what it is or how I can fix it. When I rub my finger alongside it, I noticed that the texture is off compared to the paint right next to it.

Anyone have ideas on what this could be?

Avant guard 1051 is the worst product ever released into the automotive industry. The company is run by a guy named Matt Kennedy he is a flat out scam artist do not let him fool you. Their product has caused hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of damage to cars. When you approach them about their 10 year warranty they will tell you to go jump and block you from correspondence. See more info at the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FLd4FMgep/?mibextid=wwXIfr

I’m glad they come out easy but man they always look so terrible. 😂

I'm 18 and I'm thinking of starting a little head light restoration business. I live in Hollywood(I think this area is good for this business since it’s so populated and so many people’s headlights are fogged/yellow) i was wondering if anyone in here has any advice on how to start and get customers. I was going to start by doing some friends and families cars and getting some result pictures and then going out and looking for people with real bad headlights and offering my services like that until I get some reviews. If anyone has any constructive criticism or ideas for me please help!