Category Archives: Behind the Detail

How often to polish car

How Often Should I Polish My Car?

Freshly polished cars look beautiful, gleaming like a mirror in the sun. Unfortunately, over time — especially if the paint isn’t protected — scratches, contamination and oxidation will dull the shine. So how often can you polish the paint to get it back to shiny again? That’s what we’ll be answering in this article.  How […]

Alcantara fabric with water beading on it after application of Dr. Beasley's Microsuede Protection

The Difference Between Alcantara, Dinamica & Ultrasuede

Suede is a soft, fuzzy leather made from the underside of animal skin. While suede is prized for its pliable, luxurious feel, its cost and use of animal skin have led to the development of synthetic alternatives called faux suede or microfiber suedes (“microsuedes”).  In this article, we’ll look at the different types of faux […]

Wet sanding with 3M Trizact system

How to Wet Sand Paint Using 3M Trizact System

The 3M dry sanding system is actually what I consider like one of the safest sanding systems out there and especially if you’re brand new to sanding. One of the cool things about this system is you can use it by hand or machine. They make these in sheets. This is the 3000 six-inch disc, […]

Dr. Beasley's Gloss Hero

Gloss Builder is Now Available!

We’re proud to announce Dr. Beasley’s Gloss Builder is now available for purchase on drbeasleys.com! Gloss Builder is a coating prep spray designed to produce a deep, reflective shine prior to applying ceramic coatings. When used after paint correction, Gloss Builder creates a dripping wet mirror finish while adding anchor points for bonding, ensuring the […]

Black Corvette with a mirror finish

How to Get a Mirror Finish on Your Car

When we talk about how to create a mirror finish for your car’s paint, we’re talking about the things you can do to maximize gloss and clarity while creating that wet look that makes your car look like it just received a high-end custom paint job. Not only does clean, shiny paint make your car […]

How to Polish Aluminum Diamond Plate

How to Polish Aluminum Diamond Plate

Aluminum diamond plate (also called tread plate or checker plate) is used on a variety of surfaces where durability, slip resistance, and corrosion resistance are needed such as stairs, walkways, or in this case, the top of the trailer hitch portion of an AeroVault car hauling trailer. Like regular aluminum, aluminum diamond plate is typically […]

How to Polish Aluminum by Hand

Aluminum is found on a variety of different vehicles and vessels from trucks and cars to trailers and boats. When aluminum is properly polished, it shines like chrome: Over time, however, the surface of aluminum will oxidize and turn dull. Accumulating oxidation, contamination and scratches erase the brilliant shine and leave behind a dirty haze: […]

Diagram showing the different types of scratches on car paint based on depth

How to Tell How Deep a Scratch is On Your Car

Surface science begins with understanding clear coat, paintwork, and scratch identification. Here’s everything you need to know about the science behind car scratches and the different ways to remedy them.

Before and after aluminum polishing

How to Polish Aluminum | Complete Guide

Polished aluminum looks like chrome with a brilliant shine. Whether it’s on a boat, trailer or wheels, polished aluminum positively glows.  The only downside of polished aluminum is over time, the surface will oxidize and turn dull. Like any metal surface, it will lose shine with time as it accumulates oxidation, contamination and scratches.  The […]