Exterior detailing is a comprehensive cleaning, restoration, and finishing process that focuses on the outside of a vehicle. It involves more than just washing; it aims to bring out the car’s shine, protect its surfaces, and make it look like new.

Here’s what exterior detailing typically includes:

1. Washing and Cleaning:

• Hand Wash: A thorough hand wash using high-quality soap to remove dirt, grime, and contaminants.
• Decontamination: Clay barring or using other decontamination methods to remove embedded contaminants like brake dust, tree sap, and rail dust that regular washing can’t remove.

2. Paint Correction:

• Polishing: Using a machine polisher to remove surface imperfections like swirl marks, minor scratches, and oxidation. This step improves the paint's clarity and restores gloss.
• Compounding (if needed): For deeper imperfections, a compound may be used before polishing to correct more severe defects.

3. Protection:

• Wax or Sealant Application: Applying a wax or paint sealant to add a layer of protection, enhance shine, and repel water and contaminants.
• Ceramic Coating (optional): A more advanced and durable form of protection that can last years, creating a hydrophobic and protective layer over the paint.

4. Wheel and Tire Cleaning:

• Wheel Cleaning: Using specialized cleaners to remove brake dust and grime from wheels, spokes, and inner rims.
• Tire Cleaning and Dressing: Cleaning the tires and applying a tire dressing to protect the rubber and improve appearance.

5. Glass and Trim Care:

• Glass Cleaning: Cleaning all windows and mirrors to ensure a streak-free finish.
• Trim Restoration: Restoring any faded plastic or rubber trim to its original appearance with conditioners or dressings.

6. Other Exterior Details:

• Chrome and Metal Polishing: Polishing chrome, stainless steel, or other metal surfaces to bring out a mirror-like shine.
• Headlight Restoration: If needed, headlights may be polished and treated to remove oxidation and restore clarity.

Benefits of Exterior Detailing:

• Improved Appearance: Enhances the car’s look, making it look shiny, fresh, and new.
• Protection: Adds layers of protection to help prevent damage from UV rays, bird droppings, road salt, and other contaminants.
• Higher Resale Value: A well-maintained exterior can improve resale value.
• Longevity: Regular detailing helps maintain the quality of the paint, trim, and other surfaces, extending the life of your car's exterior.

Exterior detailing is a thorough process designed to keep your vehicle looking its best and protect its surfaces from the elements!