To give your car a deeper clean, you’ll need to use a combination of specialized tools, products, and techniques to ensure that both the exterior and interior are thoroughly cleaned.

Here’s the complete list of what you need:

Exterior Cleaning

1. Quality Car Wash Soap: Use a pH-balanced car wash soap to avoid damaging your paint.

2. Double bucket method: Set up two buckets, one for soapy water and one for rinsing hand washing gloves. This helps prevent dirt from re-entering the car’s surface.

3. Microfiber Cleaning Gloves: They are gentle on paint and effective at removing dirt.

4. Clay Bar Kit: Clay bars help remove embedded contaminants from paint surfaces, such as tree sap, tar, and industrial fallout.

5. Detail Brush: Use a soft brush to clean intricate areas like grilles, vents, and around badges.

6. Wheel Cleaner: Specialized wheel cleaner can help remove brake dust and dirt from your wheels and tires.

7. Tire Cleaner and Dressing: Use tire cleaner to scrub your tires and dress them to give them a clean, shiny appearance.

8. Glass Cleaner: A high-quality glass cleaner (preferably ammonia-free) for windows and mirrors.

9. Microfiber Towel: For drying and polishing exterior surfaces.

10. WAX OR SEALANT: After cleaning, apply wax or sealant to provide protection and shine.

Internal cleaning

11. Vacuum Cleaner: A good vacuum cleaner with an attachment that can reach tight spaces is essential for cleaning seats, carpets, and floor mats.

12. All-Purpose Cleaner: Use an all-purpose cleaner to clean surfaces such as the dashboard, center console, and door panels.

13. Microfiber Cloth: Used for wiping surfaces and cleaning glass.

14. Upholstery Cleaner: If you have fabric seats, upholstery cleaner can help remove stains and odors.

15. Leather Cleaner and Conditioner: For leather seats, use a specialized leather cleaner followed by a conditioner to keep the material soft.

16. Steam Cleaner: A steam cleaner is effective at deep cleaning upholstery and carpets because it disinfects while removing dirt.

Additional tools

17. Detail Brush: For cleaning vents, seams, and other hard-to-reach areas.

18. Pressure Washer: If available, a pressure washer can help flush the exterior and clean the undercarriage.

19. Foam Cannon: If you have a pressure washer, a foam cannon can help apply soap evenly and effectively.

Skill

20. Vacuum Thoroughly: Start by vacuuming the interior to remove dirt and debris.

21. Spot Cleaning: Treat any stains on upholstery or carpets before deep cleaning.

22. Systematic Approach: Clean the interior and exterior in a systematic way to ensure no area is missed.

23. Regular Maintenance: Cleaning your car regularly will help maintain its condition and make deep cleaning easier over time.

By gathering these tools and products and following a thorough cleaning process, you can achieve a deep clean that will revitalize your car’s appearance and maintain its value.