TRANSCRIPT Have you ever been in a situation where you got something coming up — it’s date night, or you got a car show — your car’s dirty, you don’t have a lot of time, but you want to get it looking as good as you can? You know, you never have a second chance […]
Our beginner’s guide to a proper hand car wash. Everything you need to know to start washing like a pro in no time.
Polishing a car outside in the elements doesn’t make a whole lot of sense to me. However, there are restrictions that limit people from adhering to best practices. So how do we make the best of the situation? What to do Before You Polish a Car The two main steps to prep a car to […]
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, […]
If you want to make sure your matte-finished vehicle is protected from all the snow, sleet and salt on the roads this winter, you need to know how to winterize a matte car. Thankfully, it’s a lot easier than it sounds. Whether you’ve got a brand new Challenger with a matte hood or a Benz with […]
If you’re new to detailing for money, DON’T treat every car you work on like a Concours d’Elegance entrant if the owner isn’t paying for that level of service. Otherwise, you’ll go out of business FAST. Instead, offer an entry-level polish and protect service using an “AIO” (All-In-One”) polish that removes swirl marks, adds shine […]
Hey, Mike Phillips here, Dr. Beasley’s training center in sunny Stuart, Florida. This is where we teach all of our car and boat detailing classes in Florida. And what I’m working on here today is a 1981 DeLorean with only 180 miles on it. So, it’s basically like a factory new car. The problem is […]
Transcript So, in this video, we’re going to cover how to properly install a ceramic coating. This is part two of a three-part series. The first part was how to prep the car for the ceramic coating. And that included washing, clay, and machine polishing to get that paint perfected so the coating can make […]
Using the right applicator is essential when it comes to applying coatings. Think about it this way: A doctor wouldn’t use a stethoscope to find a broken bone, and a detailer wouldn’t use a tire applicator to apply a ceramic coating. But it’s not just about using the most effective tool, it’s also about the health of the vehicle. A surgeon using the wrong […]
We’re going to talk about tire cleaning. In a previous video, we covered wheel cleaning and I covered, I think, five different types of wheels. So, you can find that on our YouTube channel. But this is going to be really focused on tire cleaning, and I’m going to share with you a lot of […]
