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CLEAN BODYWORK

We stand by this firmly; the wash is the most crucial part of any detail, big or small, it lays the foundation for everything that comes after. Whether you're setting up for a big decon and correction detail or just washing away the remains of a weeks worth of commuting on a previously detailed car, we believe everything else is irrelevant if you can't get the wash stage right. The most commonly seen paint defects and swirls are inflicted at the wash stage. Most protection and sealant drop back is due to poor wash procedure. And the majority of trim tarnishing is caused by using the wrong product at an incorrect dilution ratio.

Your chosen method is so important when washing your car. First of all washing in straight, sweeping lines rather than circular motions can significantly cut down on swirl marks, but what’s even more crucial is that you take the correct path round the vehicle. Basically speaking, this is where you work on

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