13 TOP Detailing MISTAKES You Need to Know Now!

13 TOP Detailing MISTAKES You Need to Know Now!
After detailing a ton of nasty and fairly decent condition cars, I have made my far number of mistakes along the way learning about car detailing and always learning and improving my techniques. I have a ton more I can share but in today's video I am sharing with you 13 Top car detailing mistakes that I have even made. By implementing these car detailing tips and tricks you will elevate your skill and be more knowledgeable than majority of car owners who wash their own cars. Cleaning a car and detailing a car is one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences. Thank you all for your support each week and if you are new be sure to Subscribe & Turn On Notifications for New disaster detailing videos! Follow Me On Instagram @StaufferGarage
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:21 WASHING YOUR CAR IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR WHEN HOT
01:32 WASHING YOUR CAR FROM BOTTOM TO TOP
02:27 WASHING IN CIRCULAR MOTIONS LIKE MR. MIYAGI
03:44 CLEANING WHEELS AND TIRES LAST
04:30 NOT CLEANING YOUR WHEELS AND TIRES PROPERLY
06:09 TAKE CARE OF YOUR VACUUM
06:54 FORGETTING TO VACUUM UNDER THE SEATS
08:05 NOT USING A DEDICATED DRYING TOWEL
08:59 SKIPPING VACUUM DAYS GTL BABY
09:58 NOT CLEANING YOUR BRUSHES
10:35 NOT FOLLOWING A PROCESS WHEN DETAILING
10:53 USING THE SAME MICROFIBER TOWELS ON THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
12:27 USING AMMONIA BASED GLASS CLEANER
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[Taylor-miou]

This comment section is so wholesome and filled with people who genuinely want to share their tips. Love it

[AntEloftheHouseofEl]

One other tip I have is this:

If you want to get around your car in the fastest but safest way, ditch the traditional two bucket method entirely!

You'll still need two buckets, but none of this rinse and reload bollocks.

Make sure your buckets are big ones, prep your shampoo solution in one of them and then slam 7, 8, 9, 10 or 11 wash mitts in there!

One wash mitt per panel!

Panel done? Mitt goes into the empty bucket and move onto the next panel with a brand new mitt.

Super fast, no rinsing and reloading of your mitt, no risk of dirt transfer at all and you are left with a bucket full of dirty mitts ready to stick straight into your washing machine!

You can even do the same with drying towels (buy smaller ones obviously) and/or polishing towels.
One towel per panel. Use. Then into the bucket ready for the machine.

You'll be a speed demon in absolutely no time at all!

[fryBREADwarrior]

One pro tip for cleaning windows is to clean in a different direction on the outside versus the inside. That way, if there is a streak, you can easily identify if it's outside or on the inside. And when doing the interior glass, be sure to roll your windows down and get the tops first. And generally, the plastics will already be cleaned, so to avoid overspray on your dash, apply your cleaner directly to your cloth and use another to wipe it dry! Have fun!

[stephengray]

cool video. not sure if anyone else mentioned this already but a blower for the drying process is super quick and saves on rags

[ryanS]

Been detailing for 16 years and still learn new things all the time. It’s good to have an open mind and open ears.

[grizzlycreek]

As a former detailer I have a few suggestions. Clean and vaccum the interior of the car first. No sense in washing the outside, then cleaning the inside to have vacuum dush blow back over the vehicle. Also, nothing sticking out of your pockets when climbing around inside to avoid tearing.

[EPICWILDETAILING]

One tip I can share is that, to stretch prior, during and after your detail no matter what type of detail you do. It helps me move better and prevents my muscles from cramping. Also, drink tons of water.

[buckstop]

I'm a former service member. I battle with depression and PTSD. If you have family members that does well- mention car detailing. It is a wonderful tool, and a great side hustle. Getting lost in detailing help clear the brain. My opinion anyway. Good day!

[wingedhussar]

Also worth mentioning is to wear loose clothes with NO zippers or sharp buttons. I rock my old cammy trousers with a t shirt or hoody.

[timmyr]

Great refresher. I opened up a small detail business in January and I continue to learn. For me, your most important tip was that of sticking to a routine. I find myself getting distracted by something I feel I need to clean “RIGHT NOW” and having to go back to what I was doing before. Good advice.

[southwesttraveler]

Not a pro detailer, but it’s something that I consider as “therapy” and I’m pretty damn good at it! I use certain colors of towels for specific tasks, makes it easier to avoid mistakes like a towel for wheels accidentally being used on the body. Also, regardless how clean the door jams are, those towels are never used on the body.

Enjoyed the video, as always! 👍

[baklash]

I’m glad you suggested having a list of your processes, steps, etc.
I have been detailing my 2019 Mini and wife’s 2015 Lexus since they were new. I made a very detailed step-by-step in-order list of everything from beginning to end including several reminders and DO NOT’s. I typed it up, printed, laminated it, and keep it handy when I wash. I made a maintenance wash list for week to week cleanup, and also a complete detailing list that includes removing old wax/sealer, claying (if necessary), polishing with a dual action polisher, etc.
As time has passed I updated and revised this list regularly. My work now flows smoothly beginning to end with no worries about mistakes or missed steps. This list is my bible for detailing.

[remerson]

Great video and excellent comments from the viewers. The only tip I would add is to dry the door opening areas and especially those areas at the bottom of the door (accessible when the door is open). Nothing worse than spending a couple hours washing and detailing and then when it’s driven away, the water under the doors (and other places) gets sucked out onto the exterior panels and leaves water runs! Do the details and it will look great!

[Umgijus]

5:20 my additional input about the importance of cleaning the inside of the wheel: if enough mud and such builds up on the wheel there, you might hear vibrations from driving as if your wheels are out of balance, due to the mud that is built up in there. Found out on my own sometime in the last couple months after driving the same dirty road for months. I washed my car regularly, but never touched wheels until this discovery.

[daveyo]

Just a note for washing your wheels first. Either use a separate bucket or change the water before washing the rest of the vehicle. The brake dust and road grime kill the suds and add to paint scratching likelihood. Other than that, this tip is gold!

[jeremiahallyn]

Glad to learn not to use ammonia based window cleaners in a car. I have done that many times and now I never will again. Thanks for the pro tips man ✌👊

[silvertbird]

Thank you for the excellent information! I’ve always hand washed my 2004 Thunderbird, but now I see mistakes I have been making. I just bought a new Mustang, and it will never see the inside of a car wash if I can help it. You truly have a talent for detailing, and instructing.

[Tigerbythetoe]

Thanks for the list! I’m new to the detailing game so any kind of advice I can use to help me avoid mistakes is a huge benefit. We all want to be good at what we do, and provide great service. It’s really cool to see how many guys out there are happy to share their advice, tips and tricks with others. It only helps to make the whole industry better and improve people’s experiences with pro detailers which hopefully will translate into more people seeking out our services! Win win win!

[flats]

Great video on the basics. The biggest mistake I ever made detailing was using a step ladder to wash and dry the top of a large SUV. A random gust of wind blew it against the car and put 3 dents in the rear quarter panel. You only need two steps to detail most vehicles. Get a two step footstool that is sturdy and has some weight to it.