How-To Articles: Tips & Best Practices

How to Clean Oxidized Headlights
Over time, headlights can become cloudy, foggy, hazy and yellowed due to oxidation. This not only affects the appearance of the vehicle, but more importantly, it poses a safety hazard by reducing visibility during harsh weather conditions and nighttime driving. What is Headlight Oxidation? Headlight oxidation is a process that occurs when the headlights of a vehicle are exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light over time. The headlights, typically made from acrylic or polycarbonate, begin to oxidize due to this exposure, leading to a foggy, yellowish tint on the lens. This oxidation process is accelerated because the protective coating that manufacturers...
How to Clean Oxidized Headlights

How to Clean Leather Car Seats
Leather car seats are a luxurious addition to any vehicle, but they require proper care and maintenance to retain their pristine look and feel. In this article, we will walk you through the best practices for cleaning, conditioning and protecting your leather car seats, plus all the other leather upholstered interior pieces, ensuring they stay in top condition for years to come. Whether you're dealing with surface dirt, grime, or specific stains, The 3D detailing experts have got you covered with tips and techniques to help you keep your leather car seats looking as good as new. Types of Leather...
How to Clean Leather Car Seats

How to Wax Your Car: Step-By-Step Guide
Looking to achieve that showroom shine on your car while ensuring durability, protection and longevity? Waxing your car is an essential part of car maintenance, whether you drive a supercar, classic car, or just a daily commuter. It may seem like a daunting task at first, but applying wax to your car is actually simple and rewarding. In this article, we will provide you with an easy to understand, step-by-step guide on how to wax your car properly. We will cover everything from preparation, application, removal, and shed some light on how to maintain a waxed car. How to Wax...
How to Wax Your Car: Step-By-Step Guide

How to Clean Glass Car Windows Like a Pro
Keeping your car's windows clean is not only essential for a clear view of the road but also contributes to the overall appearance of your ride. However, many people, including professional detailers, struggle with cleaning car glass without leaving streaks. This is not only extremely frustrating, but it negatively impacts visibility. Today, we’ll go over some expert tips and best practices to help you achieve streak-free, crystal-clear windows every time you clean them. By following these simple steps and using the right tools and products, you can easily maintain spotless car glass and enjoy a safer and more enjoyable driving...
How to Clean Glass Car Windows Like a Pro

New Car? Here’s What You Need to Know.
So you’ve spent all day at the dealership, and the salesman finally hands you the keys to your brand new car. Good to go, right? Unfortunately not. Although the car is new with zero miles on the clock, it isn’t perfect. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to be a car nut to prep and protect your new car. You did spend a pretty penny on it, so why not protect your investment? It's essential to be well-prepared and take the necessary steps to protect your investment. In this article, we'll explore some valuable tips and tricks to help...
New Car? Here’s What You Need to Know.

How to Ceramic Coat Wheels
Everybody loves to clean caked-on brake dust and road grime from their wheels, right? No? We thought so. Ceramic coating has long been a popular and effective way to protect your vehicle. However, it has become an increasingly popular technique to protect your wheels as well. Ceramic coated wheels do a great job of keeping dirt, brake dust, and other contaminants to a minimum, while also making them easier to clean and maintain. Ceramic coating wheels may seem like a daunting task, but with the proper tools, techniques, and some patience, you can achieve professional results in the comfort of...
How to Ceramic Coat Wheels

The Ultimate Guide to Car Paint Decontamination
Maintaining the paintwork of your car is crucial to keep it looking new. Over time, contaminants can etch into the paint, causing damage to the car’s surface. There are many ways that the paint on your car can become contaminated, and it is essential to inspect your car’s paint regularly for any bonded contaminants. In this article, we’ll break down exactly how to decontaminate your car’s paint. We’ll also cover post-decon techniques that will help protect your car from future contamination. What Is Paint Decontamination? The paintwork of your car is exposed to a ton of contamination; such as pollen,...
The Ultimate Guide to Car Paint Decontamination

Introducing 3D GLW Series: Next-Gen Car Detailing Products
The 3D GLW Series is designed to give your car the ultimate in protection and glow. Whether you're a professional detailer or just looking to take your car's appearance to the next level, the GLW Series has everything you need. The 3D GLW Series includes a wide range of products, from soaps and waxes to ceramic coatings and sealants. Each product is formulated with the highest quality ingredients and is designed to deliver superior results. No matter what your needs are, the 3D GLW Series has a product that's perfect for you. With the GLW Series, you can give your...
Introducing 3D GLW Series: Next-Gen Car Detailing Products

How to Clean Your Car Interior Like a Pro
Dust, pet hair, food crumbs, residue, strange odor. Sound familiar? If so, then it’s probably time to give your car interior some love. Cleaning the interior of your car is often overlooked. A clean cabin isn’t just a courtesy to your passengers, it helps extend the lifespan of the materials used. Good car care starts with keeping up with your vehicle inside and out, and learning about how to clean your car interior like a professional can help you maintain your vehicle and protect your investment. Whether you use your car as a daily commuter, for work or for weekend...
How to Clean Your Car Interior Like a Pro

How to Restore and Protect Black Plastic Car Trim
Faded black plastic trim pieces ruin the look of a freshly washed or detailed car. What was once a deep black color fresh off the showroom floor, turns into an old and tired gray, or sometimes even white, color. As with any exterior feature of a vehicle, it’s exposed to all the elements and temperature changes. Unlike the paint work of your car which is protected by clear coat, plastic trim is fully exposed. This makes it prone to fading and oxidizing at some point in the vehicle's life cycle. You could spend countless hours washing and detailing a car,...
How to Restore and Protect Black Plastic Car Trim

How to Wash and Maintain a Black Car
If you own a black car, you know how difficult it can be to wash it and keep it clean. Every particle of dust, dirt, water spots and scratches are noticeable on a black car. This is especially true in direct sunlight, as all the imperfections can be clearly seen. Generally, washing a black car is the same as washing any other color car. That said, learning how to properly wash and maintain a black car will have your car looking sharp. Because the darker color palette is less forgiving, this often discourages drivers who want to wash their car...
How to Wash and Maintain a Black Car

How to Wash and Maintain a Ceramic Coated Car
Ceramic coatings are one of the best investments for car enthusiasts, and anyone who owns a car for that matter. Regardless of if the ceramic coating was applied by a professional detailer, auto salon, or DIYed on a Saturday afternoon, it’s important to keep it properly maintained and in good condition. This is typically done by following the directions on the bottle while washing your car. That said, routine ceramic coating maintenance isn’t as simple as it sounds, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Let’s go over some tips and tricks on washing a ceramic coated vehicle and maintaining it....