Many motorists are keen to clean and wash their cars on a regular basis in order to keep them clean and attractive, especially when they are new. This is why it is necessary to clarify the most common mistakes to avoid them.
Automatic washing
Automatic car washes work violently and cause scratches due to the power of the water sprays, it is better to wash by hand or dry by steam.
Washing the car in the sun
When washing the car with cold water and its contact with the hot paint from the sun’s rays leads to damage, so do not wash the car in high temperatures.
Using cleaning fluids that are not intended for washing cars
These fluids contain many chemicals that damage the car’s paint and cause dullness and fading in the long run, and it is better to use special cleaning fluids for cars.
Scraping bird droppings
It can cause deep scratches to the paint, but spray it with water and let it sit for a bit so you can wipe it off easily.
Not drying properly
Good drying protects the bodywork from rust and corrosion. So pay attention to this part while washing.
Use coarse towels
Coarse pads or sponges cause scratches, and it is best to use only clean microfiber pads for washing the car.
Washing in circular motions
Washing in a circular motion helps in collecting a large number of scratches, and it is better to wash in one direction to avoid many scratches, as well as in drying.
Using unapproved polish
Unapproved dashboard polish helps to fade the interior parts in the long term, especially from sunny places, as it interacts with the sun and causes corrosion of the dashboard, and it is better to use approved polishes so as not to be affected by heat or interact with the sun, and when using the polish, it is not recommended to spray it directly on the part to be polished, and it is better to spray it on the towel designated for this purpose.
