Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Detail King has developed an auto detailing methods and procedures guide that is considered by many to be the detailer’s “bible” especially for new auto detailers just getting started out. Bookmark this page on your smart phone browser so you have quick access to this page if you are detailing a car and need quick reference to perform a detailing procedure. To actually view each of the methods and procedures components please click on the Learn More links.

Detail King Engine Cleaning, Wash Up and Preparation

Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Evaluate the condition of the vehicle by walking around and noting any damage, scratches or aftermarket items that could be damaged in the washing or subsequent tasks. Bring any notable items to the attention of the owner if possible. Determine what chemicals, brushes or special tools are needed to facilitate cleaning. Engine cleaning precautions. Using […] LEARN MORE
Exterior Paint Correction Procedure

Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Using painters tape, mask off plastic & rubber trim around windows and body panels. Also mask off windshield washer tips and any other items that can be damaged or will collect polish materials that will have to be removed later. Cover the windshield with newspaper so that the polishing products used will not splatter on […] LEARN MORE
Detail King Interior Detailing Procedures

Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Start by removing all loose items and bag them for the owner, in a loose items bags. Care should be taken to look for strange items such as firearms, knives or anything not usually found in vehicles. Remove mats and seat covers including ashtrays. Ashtrays should be soaked to insure proper cleaning. Mats should be […] LEARN MORE
Detail King Brush List By Specific Application

Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Click on the brushes to learn more about each. Specifc Area Item Number Item Number Item Number Item Number Item Number Wheel Wells 85-603 82-006 Grille 85-631 85-632 82-005 Wheels 85-608 25-693 85-631 85-632 82-005 Lug Nuts Lug Nut Brush Tires/White Walls 85-606 85-637 82-002 Moldings/Kick Panels 85-634 82-012 Front End Of Vehicle 85-812 Bug […] LEARN MORE
Detail King Exterior Chemicals Usage Guide

Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Order Procedure Citrus or Magnum Special Force Brake Up Bug Off Tire and WW Cleaner Tar Remover Black Cherry Soap Clay Bar Nanoskin AutoScrub Clay Lubricant Water Blade Microfiber Drying Towel 1. Scrub Wheels and *Wheel Wells (*Use Citrus Degreaser or Brake Up) YES VERY DIRTY YES MEDIUM DIRTY YES HEAVY BRAKE DUST EXTREMELY DIRTY […] LEARN MORE
Polishing Products and DA Polisher Pad Selection Guide

Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Lake Country CCS Pads Lake Country Hybrid Pads Light Correction & Final Finishing Minor Paint Correction Medium Paint Correction Medium-Heavy Paint Correction Major Paint Correction Swirls and Micro Marring Yellow Orange YES Orange Blue YES Pink White YES Green Yellow […] LEARN MORE
Detail King Interior Products Guide

Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Task Products Tools Tools Clean Headliner Extractor Soap Magic Cleaner Hydra Sponge or Tornador w/ Interior Super Soap Clean Vinyl / Detail Crevices Pink Power Interior Microfiber / Various Brushes or Tornador w/ Interior Super Soap Pre Spot Carpets / Mats Hot Shot Stain Remover Turk Towel or Proper Brush Scrub Door Panels / Consoles […] LEARN MORE

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Detail King Methods and Procedures Guide

Detail King Engine Cleaning, Wash Up and Preparation

Exterior Paint Correction Procedure

Detail King Interior Detailing Procedures

Detail King Brush List By Specific Application

Detail King Exterior Chemicals Usage Guide

Polishing Products and DA Polisher Pad Selection Guide

Detail King Interior Products Guide

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