Author Archives: James Detmer

Clay Bar on Matte Paint
29
Jun
Behind the Detail, Matte Car Care, Tips

Can You Clay Matte Paint?

Posted on by James Detmer

For those of you who don’t already know, matte paint is very similar to “normal” glossy paint except for the glaring fact that it doesn’t shine. Caring for matte paint is similar as well, but in many ways matte paint is a lot easier to maintain than a glossy car. Along those same lines, a […]

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Matte wheel on a Ferrari.
28
Sep
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, How To, Matte Car Care, Tips

How to Clean Matte Wheels & Rims

Posted on by James Detmer

Caring for matte or powder coated wheels isn’t that different than normal wheels, but there are certain things you should know about cleaning and protecting matte painted wheels…

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Thumbnail image of a matte-finish Mercedes-AMG GT
05
May
Behind the Detail, Featured, Matte Car Care, Matte Car Detailing Basics, Tips, Videos & Media

Matte Paint Care Myths: DEBUNKED!

Posted on by James Detmer

Wherever you go on the internet, chances are you’ll hear comments from the peanut gallery. Matte paint care is no different – that’s why we’re showing you the common myths about matte paint and give you the information you need to successfully care for these exotic matte paint finishes.

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Cars Parked at Night
07
Aug
Behind the Detail, Featured, The Future of Detailing, Videos & Media

My Petition To Make Detailing More Mainstream

Posted on by James Detmer

A little about me: I really, really don’t like dirty cars. So much so that when I step outside and see a dusty Mercedes, a little piece of me wants to bust out a bucket and wash it for whoever is neglecting it. I cannot blame the car owner, but rather the fact that the […]

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Blue Ferrari
26
Aug
Behind the Detail, Featured, Guides & Tips, Tips

The Best Detailing Bang For Your Buck

Posted on by James Detmer

People detail their cars in all sorts of ways. Many use local detail shops, some have mobile detailers, and then there’s the folks who do it themselves (my personal favorite). Regardless of the method, one thing’s for sure: detailing an entire car ain’t cheap. Now we have a problem. You always want your car looking clean, but it may not make financial sense to get two car washes a week or drop a few hundred dollars on a complete detail. So what do you do? This…

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