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I can vouch for Justin's work. He has an amazing understanding of properly caring for a vehicle and uses the proper tools and techniques to get the job done right. I'd let him work on my own cars. Glad to see you had a good experience with him Stephen. George

Randal, unfortunately "orange peel" correction is usually done by wet sanding. It would take many applications of an abrasive polish with a high speed buffer to put a dent in evening out "orange peel" from the clear coat. The polish would break down after a handful of passes and you don't want...

There's pros and cons to any product out there. The downside to the absorber is that the surface is flat. If you trap contamination under the towel when drying your vehicle, you are just grinding the contaminates into your clear coat creating swirls and imperfections. They do a good job...

Introducing the Flex XC 3401 VRG As an owner of Detailed Image, I consider myself very fortunate and privileged to be sent products from manufacturers around the world. The volume of products we receive is overwhelming at times, so it’s very difficult for products to really stand out. With...

Yes, you can perform most of the detailing steps, however, you do not want to apply a sealant or a wax until the paint has properly cures. This means you can wash & dry, clay, polish, and glaze your fresh paint. I'd check with the place who painted your vehicle to see how long they recommend...

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Claying can be performed as frequently as you wish, but usually is between 1 - 3 times per year. Using quality clay lube an a fine grade clay bar minimizes marring and only removes loose bits of clear coat. Think of it similar to exfoliating your skin. Certainly if the last time you clayed...

Jordan, I get asked this question pretty frequently. The best thing I can recommend for removing a light dusting is to use a very plush microfiber towel, and a quick detailer product that has cleaning lubricants (not spray on waxes or sealants). We offer an Ultra Plush Microfiber Towel and I...

I'd try to get your hands on some 3M Adhesive Remover. Soak a corner of a microfiber towel with it, and let the adhesive remover soak into the super glue. With your fingernail pick at the top of the super glue (do not try to get the base, you'll scratch the paint). After you've removed the...

Unfortunately we don't sell many brushes. It's tough to find ones that do not add imperfections in the finish. Ideally to minimize imperfections, look for a boars hair brush, they are the safest brushes available but also more expensive. OXO makes a pretty decent line of brushes as well, but...

I haven't heard of the P&S line of products. There are so many products that don't see much of the consumer market, especially if they are geared towards body shops or bulk detailers. Is the b-pillar plastic? You can try trim restorer products on there, but the results are usually only...

Correct me if I'm wrong, but it sounds like you applied two coats of different polishes with a single pad? One thing I stress to detailers is to allocate different pads for products. Mixing products on the same pad can often yield unwanted results. Here's why. If you are polishing with a...

A lot of members have had good luck with Leatherique Original Rubber Black. This is a dye that works on vinyl and rubber and really restores a deep matte factory finish for trim pieces. The key to a long lasting coat is properly prepping the surface with an all purpose cleaner, specific for...

The PC isn't going to burn the paint, I hate to say this but that is just an excuse they gave you for not knowing what went wrong. Using a more aggressive pad would have only added to the hazing and was poor advice. You always want to match the aggressiveness of the polish with the...

Good question. I have a few questions for you actually. Which pads were you using when operating the buffer? First thing that comes to mind is when polishing to remove imperfections, you should always operate at speed setting 5 or 6. Lower speed settings often do not have enough power to...

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crispin - I personally use 303 Vinyl & Carpet Cleaner for many reasons. The first is how versatile the product is. It works on vinyl, rubber, plastic, carpet, upholstery, leather and much more. The other major benefit is that it is a concentrated formula so your dollar stretches a long ways...

Mick, One of the biggest things I see with detailers is they over apply the polish, which leads to it not fully breaking down, which leads to a difficult removal process and less than ideal results. Try working the polish in smaller areas and use less product. You're entire coat should be...

I greatly appreciate the feedback. I enjoy hearing from our readers and keeps me motivated to create more articles like this one. If anyone has any ideas for future articles, I'd love to hear them. George

Time The more time and effort you put in to your detail the better your vehicle will look and you can expect more in the vehicle’s resale value. Determining how many days a year and how much time in a day you can allocate to detailing can be a hard decision. Try and come up with a realistic...

Steps in the Detailing Routine Most of your vehicles surfaces can be both cleaned and protected including the: leather, glass, fabrics, vinyl, plastics, metals, paint/clear coat, wheels, tires, exterior trim, convertible tops and more. Sometimes you can clean and protect in one step while other...

Detailing can mean different things to different people. To some people detailing is something they do occasionally while for other people it’s a lifestyle that includes countless hours. No matter what your process is, it’s important to get the most out of your time and effort while...

Have you tried a metal polish that is designed for aluminum alloy? You could try something like P21s Finish Restorer along with a 2-sided metal polishing towel for optimal results. One side is designed to apply the product and work it in, while the other side is softer to buff off any haze...

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Dave, Thanks for the inquiry. I'll be PM'ing you a package shortly. Look for it soon. George