Nerd Alert! Using the word “chemistry” is risky business. People have such a visceral reaction to the word. But chemicals are around us everyday, and we use different chemicals for various jobs all the time. For example: You used soap when you showered today (at least I hope you did!), which is a chemical designed […]

The drive through window is ubiquitous in today’s modern life. Everyone has used them, and unfortunately, everyone has the horror that goes with spilling that cup of coffee or dropping a greasy, ketchup covered food that was handed to you through your car window. The result is inevitable: The beautiful cloth upholstery is soiled or […]

Leather car seats continue to be the epitome of luxury. I say “continue,” because this has been the case for a long time. For example, back in 1974, the now famous hard drinking Mad Men of Madison Avenue coined a phrase for Chrysler. It was “rich Corinthian leather,” then they hired Ricardo Montalbán to do […]

Stains Happen! Your beautiful automobile is graced with suede or Alcantara fabrics and you follow all the current guidelines to care for your car’s interior. But still, somehow, it happens: The suede or Alcantara gets dirty or stained. As the anger and frustration boil, you consider banishing the culprit to The Wall. Till you realize, […]

Of all the surfaces of your car, the carpet experiences the most abuse and subsequently is the most difficult to clean. Unless you have the right tools and utilize the right methods you will struggle with getting your carpets clean. Unfortunately, the right tools are expensive and without them your results will likely be poor. […]

Glass cleaning is something I take pretty seriously. Not only do clean, spot free windows look awesome. They also increase the safety of driving your vehicle dramatically. This is a benefit to both you and everyone around you, a rarity in auto detailing. Properly cleaned and treated windows will be crystal clear, almost invisible, even […]

Considering how important tires are to the overall appearance and performance of a car, I’m always surprised how neglected they are, even by enthusiasts. Most people just spray on a thick coat of some no-name greasy silicone based “tire shine” and call it good. Bad. Just bad. Tires are somewhat of a sacrificial part of […]

Deciding whether you need a car cover or not and choosing the best car cover can be overwhelming. I’ve created this guide to help you better understand car covers and what to look for when buying one so you don’t end up with buyer’s remorse. The truth is the right car cover can make your […]

It’s a gorgeous Saturday morning. You’re walking out of the garage on a warm weekend afternoon, bucket and hose in hand, and you have everything in mind for a car wash. Many automotive enthusiasts will agree that the process of detailing a vehicle is an art form. Between daily drivers and weekend show cars, all […]

The usefulness of the foam gun or foam cannon has been hotly debated amongst car enthusiasts and detailers for years. Some argue they are useless, other swear by them. The simple truth is that the use of a foam gun or foam cannon is all about satisfaction. Sure, there is some merit to the fact […]