Monthly Archives: May 2024

31
May
Behind the Detail, Ceramic Coatings, Exterior Detailing, Guides & Tips, How To, Paint Correction

How to Detail Your New Car by Mike Phillips (UPDATED 2024)

Posted on by Mike Phillips

Taking possession of a brand new car, truck or SUV is a fun and exciting time. You’ve got a beautiful, untouched vehicle ready for you to enjoy… or so you think.  We all assume that being brand new, everything is perfect.  It’s sad to say this is usually not the case. It’s possible, even likely, […]

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How to Polish Plexiglass
03
May
Behind the Detail, Guides & Tips, How To, Videos & Media

How to Polish Plexiglass

Posted on by Mike Phillips

Plexiglas is a branded term for a type of transparent acrylic plastic often used as a lightweight alternative to glass. Known for its clarity, durability, and versatility, Plexiglas is often seen on boat windshields and convertible top windows.  The problem with Plexiglas? Despite its durability, it scratches pretty easily. It’s also susceptible to oxidation from […]

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Ceramic coating a vintage car at a Mike Phillips detailing class.
17
May
Auto Detailing Training Classes, Behind the Detail, Dr. Beasley's News, Videos & Media

500+ Photos from Mike Phillips’ 3-Day Auto Detailing Training Class (May 2024)

Posted on by Mike Phillips

Congratulations to the May 3-day class! This class detailed 5 unique cars, including sanding 3 of these cars and also sanding, buffing and ceramic coating the 24′ Robalo Center Console boat. To get signed up for the next big 3-day class that includes paint correction, ceramic coatings, sanding to remove orange peel and extreme boat […]

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28
May
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, Garage & Equipment, Guides & Tips, Paint Correction, Videos & Media

Which Polisher Should You Use On A Car’s Paint?

Posted on by Mike Phillips

Choosing the right machine to polish a car’s paint is essential to getting the best results. Yet there are so many different machines on the market — random orbital, forced rotation, rotary — it can be hard to know what to use and when. Our Chief Education Officer Mike Phillips recently covered this topic in […]

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How long to wait after ceramic coating before applying PPF?
17
May
Behind the Detail, Ceramic Coatings, Exterior Detailing, Professional Detailing

How Long To Wait After Installing Paint Protection Film Before Applying a Ceramic Coating

Posted on by Victor Espeland

Paint protection film topped with a ceramic coating is the ultimate way to protect a vehicle’s paint. PPF shields your car’s paint from scratches, stone chips, and other external damages, while ceramic coating provides an extra layer of gloss, hydrophobicity, and longevity. Typically the ceramic coating will be applied on top of the PPF — […]

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How to Polish Black Paint
13
May
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, Guides & Tips, How To, Paint Correction, Videos & Media

How to Polish Black Paint for a Show Car Finish

Posted on by Victor Espeland

There’s a saying in the detailing world: “Black isn’t a color — it’s a full time job.” There’s a lot of truth to this statement, as black paint on cars is notoriously difficult to maintain. It’s not because it’s any more sensitive than other paint colors, but rather because it shows scratches and swirls more […]

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New Monthly Live Class Coming Soon
08
May
Behind the Detail, Dr. Beasley's News, Live Detailing Classes, Videos & Media

Monthly Live Detailing Classes with Mike Phillips Coming Soon

Posted on by Victor Espeland

Starting next month, Chief Education Officer Mike Phillips’ livestreamed detailing classes will move to a monthly schedule! Livestreamed to Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, Mike’s live classes are the perfect entry way into the world of detailing with lessons on everything from basic washing to advanced polishing. We’ll be announcing June’s class soon — make sure […]

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Harbor Freight Hercules Forced Rotation DA vs. Flex XC 3401 VRG Gear Driven Polisher
02
May
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, Garage & Equipment, Paint Correction, Videos & Media

Flex XC 3401 VRG vs. Harbor Freight Hercules Forced Roation Polisher

Posted on by Victor Espeland

Harbor Freight recently came out with a forced rotation polisher that’s almost an exact copy of the Flex XC 3401 VRG. The only thing they didn’t copy? The price! The Harbor Freight Hercules Forced Rotation Polisher retails for around $100, while the Flex gear-driven polisher runs at about $400. So how do they stack up […]

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