Category Archives: Behind the Detail

Beginner's Guide to Polishing Cars
09
Aug
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, How To, Paint Correction

Beginner’s Guide to Car Polishing

Posted on by Mike Phillips

Download PDF Checklist TRANSCRIPT Over time your car becomes filled full of swirls, scratches, water spots, and oxidation. And if you’re a beginner—you’ve never machine polished before—trying to fix this can be kind of intimidating. Let me show you how, and I’ll make it easy. In this video, I’m going to show you how to […]

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Detailing class photos
31
Jul
Behind the Detail

313 Pictures: The most hands-on detailing classes on planet Earth!

Posted on by Mike Phillips

3 cars – 3 Primary Topics – 1 Very Intense and 100% Hands-on DayHere’s the three cars this class detailed in a single day not including the extreme headlight correction on the Ford Escape. From left to right, 1934 Chevy Sedan Streetrod – 1969 Dodge Dart GTS Convertible – 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix JS(The 1977 […]

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ZoshMFG collabs with Dr. Beasley's and Cameruski's Detailing
25
Jul
Behind the Detail, Ceramic Coatings, Dr. Beasley's News, Exterior Detailing, Paint Correction, Videos & Media

Detailing and Protecting @Zoshmfg’s Integra with Dr. Beasley’s Nano-Resin AST

Posted on by Victor Espeland

When YouTuber Percy Mesudi—aka @zoshmfg—decided it was time to give his legendary Acura Integra the love it deserved, he didn’t call just any detailer. He called Christian Camurovski, Dr. Beasley’s Authorized Trainer and owner of Cameruski’s Detailing in Stuart, Florida. Known for his deep detailing knowledge and easy-going demeanor, Christian was the perfect match for […]

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30
Jun
Behind the Detail, Matte Car Care, Matte Car Detailing Basics

The Truth About Matte Paint & Why the ‘Experts’ Keep Getting It Wrong

Posted on by Jim Lafeber

Matte paint care has changed since the first factory matte cars hit the road 15 years ago. The myths about matte, however, haven’t. Consensus is the enemy of progress. Unknown Nowhere is that clearer than in how people talk about matte paint. “You can’t use a microfiber towel on matte paint, you might rub it […]

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Jim Lafeber, Dr. Beasley's
30
Jun
Behind the Detail, Dr. Beasley's News

Why Buying Direct From Dr. Beasley’s Is the Best Move You Can Make

Posted on by Jim Lafeber

You’ve probably seen Dr. Beasley’s products in action. Maybe it was on YouTube, at a car show, in a pro detailer’s garage, or even through a third-party seller like Amazon. But if you’ve never bought from DrBeasleys.com, you haven’t experienced everything we offer. When you order directly, you’re getting more than just a product. You’re […]

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Mike Phillips and Dr. Beasley's guide to polishing compounds
04
Jun
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, Guides & Tips, Paint Correction

The Ultimate Guide to Polishing Compounds for Car Paint (2025)

Posted on by Mike Phillips

Doing a major paintwork correction on a car with deep swirls, scratches, water spots and/or oxidation often requires something called a “compound” or “rubbing compound” that cuts paint faster and more aggressively than a polish.  There are a lot of different compounds on the market today using a lot of different technologies. In this article, […]

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Dr. Beasley's Nano-Resin AST Ceramic Coating for Professionals
05
Jun
Behind the Detail, Ceramic Coatings, Dr. Beasley's News, Professional Detailing

Deep Shine Doesn’t Need to Sacrifice Durability

Posted on by Jim Lafeber

The Evolution of Dr. Beasley’s Ceramic Coatings & the Secret Behind Nano-Resin AST Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence. Vince Lombardi I’ve spent most of my career as a detailing chemist chasing one thing: depth. Not just shine, but depth. That liquid-mirror finish so deep you can swim […]

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EGO Power+ Pressure Washer Full Guide and Review
20
May
Behind the Detail, Exterior Detailing, Garage & Equipment, Guides & Tips, Professional Detailing, Videos & Media

EGO Power+ 3200 PSI Pressure Washer | Complete Review & Guide

Posted on by Mike Phillips

If you like to wash your car regularly, one of the handiest tools you can own is a pressure washer.  Pressure washers excel at cleaning just about anything with minimal effort. The high pressure water jet blasts the contaminants away while you simply hold the wand and aim.  There are a lot of consumer-friendly options […]

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15
May
Auto Detailing Training Classes, Behind the Detail, Dr. Beasley's News, The Future of Detailing

Pictures: Paint Protection Film Class at Dr. Beasley’s in Chicago (April 2025)

Posted on by Victor Espeland

Last month Dr. Beasley’s hosted our first-ever paint protection film installation class led by instructors Christyan Velasquez and Jose Luis Flores with film provided by Onyxhield. Students learned the fundamentals of installing PPF, including the operation of plotting software, paint surface preparation, positioning, contouring, edge wrapping, bubble management and more. At the end of the […]

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How to Remove Oxidation from Boat Gelcoat
12
May
Behind the Detail, Ceramic Coatings, Exterior Detailing, Guides & Tips, How To, Paint Correction

How to Remove Oxidation from Boats

Posted on by Mike Phillips

There’s nothing like spending the day on your boat enjoying some relaxing time out on the water.  But enjoying your boat is only half of what it means to own one. The other half? Maintaining your boat.  Beyond repairs and general upkeep, one of the hardest parts of owning any boat with a gelcoat hull […]

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