Let Us Not Put Your Investment to Waste!
Cars are considered an expensive investment which is why we should know how to take good care of them and when to have an auto body repair. Maintenance and repair of your car’s bodywork are important to assure its excellent condition. The following are some tips you can use to maintain your car’s paint and bodywork.
Use car washes that contain gentle-scrubbing agents.
Usually, car washes will contain different cleaning agents to remove various contaminants such as bugs and tree sap. However, it’s important to read the labels to make sure you’re using a gentler scrubbing agent. Washing your car with an aggressive car wash can remove protective wax and can strip your car’s paint of its protective layers. Also, washing your car in direct downpours will leave behind a film of water that can result in pitting and scratching.
Avoid Direct sunlight and Use Polish
Parking your car in direct sunlight can cause your car to overheat. The heat from the sun can warp the body of your car and cause it to crack. Additionally, the sun’s UV rays will cause the paint to age prematurely. Also, always use a car polish to condition your car’s paintwork. A polish will help maintain car paint and it can increase the reflective abilities of the coating, protecting your car’s paint better and longer.
Be careful when it comes to detailing.
It’s a good idea to take a break from detailing your vehicle every once in a while. It’s also a good idea to take it to a professional detailer from time to time. If you don’t, you run the risk of developing mental blocks and simply getting bored with the same routine. However, some detailing regimens can actually be damaging to your car so it’s best to have a professional do it.
To learn about our Fillmore Unibody Auto Body auto body repair services and products, call us today at (208) 571-5229 if you live in or around the Nampa, ID region.