In this article, Ivan Rajic of LUSTR Auto Detail highlights which products are essential when getting into polishing work. These products are not only what every beginner should have in their arsenal, but every professional detailer should have them on hand as well.
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Eric Schuster of Envious Detailing describes the transformation that paint goes through during the compounding and polishing stages, and provides us with before and after shots of the process.
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Eric Schuster of Envious Detailing (Orange County, CA) tackles this Lamborghini Gallardo major paint correction detail head-on, and over a 23-hour process reconditions it to a better than new condition. Follow the steps, products, thought process, and techniques involved when a true paint correction expert works his magic!
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BMW’s Jet Black paint is notorious for being soft and easily swirled, and this 328 was no exception. Eric Schuster of Envious Detailing shows us his process to quickly correct the paint and restore it to the high gloss level that it deserves.
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Aaron Baumann of AC Detailing heads just north of San Francisco to detail this stunning Nero Daytona Ferrari 458 over the course of 2 days, spending 15 total hours with the car. Follow him along in his photo journal of the products and processes used to achieve stellar results.
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Now that you’ve taken delivery of your brand new car, it’s time to spend a little time with it to bring out its full gloss potential and protect it inside and out from the elements. Using a new BMW 550, Eric Schuster takes us through his steps for a new car prep!
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If you have a couple of polishes that you’re very familiar with, and can achieve great results when using them, then why would you need to have similar products? Does one system fit all needs?
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What is “jeweling” of the paint? In this article Rasky’s gives a a brief look into this technique and what it’s used for.
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A DI Ask A Pro Blog reader has some questions about prepping his brand new car, and Eric Schuster of Envious Auto Detailing provides some advice.
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Marc Harris of AutoLavish addresses a question from one of our readers on the hardness level of Volkswagen paint, and provides advice on some polishing options (complete with photos).
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P21S has always been praised for their Concours Wax, but how does their 100% Carnauba Paste Wax stack up? Eric Schuster of Envious Auto Detailing puts it through the test and provides his review.
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With so many different polishes and buffing pads out there, how do you know which combinations to work with? Eric Schuster of Envious Auto Detailing lists some of his most common polish and pad combinations to help you get started.
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So you have swirls and other defects in your paint, and you wonder what your options are to address them. Eric Schuster discusses the pros and cons of compounding, polishing, and applying a glaze when faced with paint defects.
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One of our readers is looking for some extra wetness and depth for their show car, and we provide a variety of product options.
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Ask A Pro reader Bill seeks advice on polish recommendations for Acura and Honda paint. He currently uses Meguiars M105 and M205, and wants to know if should add a finer finishing polish to the mix to maximize his polishing results.
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Ralph wants to step up to a buffer, and seeks advice on whether to buy a Porter Cable 7424XP or a Flex XC 3401 VRG. He also inquires about polishes, sealants, and waxes. Which would you choose?
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Ramzi plans to perform a spring prep detail on his BMW 335i, and wants to know what polish and sealant combination he should go with. Menzerna? Blackfire? Optimum? Check out what our Pros have to say…
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So you’ve got a Porter Cable 7424XP buffer and some polishes and need help with a process and techniques? Bill submitted the same questions to our Ask-A-Pro team…check out the advice given!
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Every great now and then a breakthrough detailing product comes along that sets the new standard with its performance, ease of use, value, or its versatility. For Optimum Opti-Seal spray sealant, it hit the mark in every single category! Sealants are designed to protect the finish of the car from dirt, moisture, UV rays, industrial [...]
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Looking for a great place to learn about properly detailing a car? This 4 part series will give you an in depth look on how to properly care for your vehicle no matter the make and model. This part of the series covers properly using a clay bar on your paint as well as polishing your paint to near flawless finish and properly protecting your paint.
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Read why Menzerna Power Finish PO203S is commonly used amongst professional detailers due to it’s versatility to remove moderate imperfections and finish down very nicely. Todd says… “If you’re looking for a versatile one-step polish that can remove medium/light level defects yet finish down very fine, then you should give PO203S Power Finish serious consideration.”
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See how Esoteric Auto Detail transformed this beautiful black on black Z06 Corvette to a like new condition.
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