How to Protect Cars from Scratches

Intermediate 15 min 13 steps 48483 views Rating: 4.8/5 Published: 2026-02-09

Starting at the roof of the car, rinse downwards using a water hose or bucket of cold water.. Read the instructions on the label of the car wash.. Place the sponge/mitt into the bucket of water.

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Starting at the roof of the car, rinse downwards using a water hose or bucket of

Step 1

Starting at the roof of the car, rinse downwards using a water hose or bucket of cold water.

2

Read the instructions on the label of the car wash.

Step 2

Read the instructions on the label of the car wash.

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Place the sponge/mitt into the bucket of water.

Step 3

Place the sponge/mitt into the bucket of water.

4

Add water into the second bucket.

Step 4

Add water into the second bucket.

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Frequently rinse out the dirt from the sponge/mitt in the second bucket of warm

Step 5

Frequently rinse out the dirt from the sponge/mitt in the second bucket of warm water.

6

Save the wheels and tires for last.

Step 6

Save the wheels and tires for last.

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Consider using a slightly abrasive sponge to clean the wheels.

Step 7

Consider using a slightly abrasive sponge to clean the wheels.

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Dry the car using the microfiber drying towel.

Step 8

Dry the car using the microfiber drying towel.

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Find a shaded area for your car before applying the wax.

Step 9

Find a shaded area for your car before applying the wax.

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Read the product instructions on how to apply the wax.

Step 10

Read the product instructions on how to apply the wax.

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Place the recommended amount of wax on the foam applicator that came with the wa

Step 11

Place the recommended amount of wax on the foam applicator that came with the wax or onto the clean microfiber cloth.

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Starting at the roof of the car, apply the thinnest coat of wax that you can.

Step 12

Starting at the roof of the car, apply the thinnest coat of wax that you can.

13

Grab a clean microfiber towel.

Step 13

Grab a clean microfiber towel.

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