Detail the exterior like a Pro!

                  Everyone like a clean vehicle, however sometimes having the professionals do it can be expensive and difficult to get an appointment. Here at 12 tips on how to deep clean the interior your car cheaply and effectively.

·         Super Clean  Your Windshield

o   You can deep clean your windshield and remove all the built up grim associated with day to day driving, by going over your windshield with glass cleaner and steel wool, and then treating your windshield with Rain X. You can clean your windshield a couple times a year like this.

·         Renew your Wipers

o   You can renew your wiper blades and keep them from smearing by rubbing them down with rubbing alcohol pads.

·         Get Bugs off of your Grill and Bumper

o   You can remove stubborn bugs out of your grille and your bumper, with the help of dryer sheets. Soak it in warm water, and wipe.

·         Make your Cloudy Headlights Shine Again

o   Shine up cloudy headlights with toothpaste and water. Dilute a little toothpaste in warm water and scrub with a brush then wipe clean.

·         Clean the Top of your Windows

o   Remember to roll down your windows before you start wiping them with glass cleaner.

·         Make your Rims Shine!

o   Use a cleaning powder like Ajax and water to clean your wheels. Dump powder in water, apply to rims with a brush. Scrub off brake dust and grim.

·         Wash with the right Soap

o   Make sure to use car wash soap on your vehicle. Dish soap can do the trick in a pinch, but continual use, can take minerals out of the paint and cause the finish to lose its shine over time.

·         Use a Clay Bar

o   After washing your vehicle, use a clay bar and formulated spray remove bit of grime and gunk that were missed in washing and rinsing.

·         Wax to a Shine

o   Get a synthetic polymer wax and rub in with the foam applicator and rub into the finish using a swirling motion. Follow up with a microfiber towel to wipe off the haze. Have multiple towels to rotate out as they each fill up with used wax.

                We hope that these tips help you with keeping the inside of your car clean. But as always Diver’s Choice is here to take care of all your pre-owned car needs. Contact us today to set any appointment you may need.

Detail your Interior like a Pro!

                Everyone likes a clean vehicle, however sometimes having the professionals do it can be expensive and difficult to get an appointment. Here at 12 tips on how to deep clean the interior your car cheaply and effectively.

·         Use a Cheap Foam Brush or Paint Brush to Dust between the AC Vents.

o   Using a brush allows you to get into the difficult tight crevasses where dirt likes to stick.

·         Vacuum Dust and Dirt as You Brush it Out.

o   Use a vacuum as you brush the dust and dirt out of tight areas, this prevents it from landing on other area, causing extra work. Use this combination on all buttons and knobs to get dirt out of their edging.

·         Replace the Cabin Air Filter

o   By removing and replacing the cabin air filter, you can remove potential smells that could be lingering in your vehicle.

·         Use a Magic Eraser to Remove Sticky Substances from Leather/Vinyl

o   You can use a Magic Eraser with a little bit of water to remove gross and sticky substances form you leather and vinyl. Be sure to not scrub to hard, as you could potentially damage the material that you are trying to clean.

·         Use a Toothbrush to Clean Textured Areas

o   By using an old toothbrush with a bit of dish soap, you can thoroughly clean high traffic, textured areas, with a little elbow grease.

·         Use Olive Oil to Condition Leather

o   Over time, leather can become faded and distressed, you can use a little olive oil and a non-abrasive rag to recondition without spending an arm and a leg of high end products.

·         Remove Pet Hair with a Squeegee

o   You can easily remove stubborn pet hair from your cloth interior but misting the area with water and then running a squeegee over the area. The pet clumps up and can easily be vacuumed or picked up.

·         Use a Fine Bristled Brush to remove Dirt and Crumbs from Seams

o   Getting those fine crumbs and dirt out of the seams in your seats can be difficult. Take a fine bristled brush or toothbrush, and brush the dirt out. Use a vacuum at the same time to quick removal.

·         Use Paper and an Iron to Remove Wax

o   Anyone with children has experienced a crayon left on the back seat in the middle of August. You can easily remove this melted wax by running an iron over a sheet of paper on the effected area.

·         Shampoo the Seats using All-Purpose Cleaner

o   You can easily clean cloth interior of your car using a diluted all-purpose cleaner, a sponge or scrub brush, and washcloths. Spray on the cleaned, scrub and then bloat with a white or un-dyed washcloth or towel.

·         Use the Washing Machine to Clean Your Floor Mats

o   Spray your dirty floor mats with a stain remover, and then use a scrub brush to get deep on the tough stains. Wash on normal cycle in the washer, air dry.

·         Create Your Own Air Freshener

o   Take a mason jar, put burlap under the screw on ring, fill with baking soda and add a couple drops of peppermint or lavender oil! Easy home-made air freshener!

                We hope that these tips help you with keeping the inside of your car clean. But as always Diver’s Choice is here to take care of all your pre-owned car needs. Contact us today to set any appointment you may need.