Learn How to Polish & Protect Your Car’s Paint in Toledo

Now that it’s spring here in Toledo, you’ll want to prepare your vehicle for the change in season. A basic wash is a good first step for maintaining the appearance of your investment. You’ve spent a good chunk of change purchasing or leasing your new vehicle from Yark Auto, so why not protect it with a good polish and wax? You could bring your vehicle to Yark Collision Center for professional detailing, or if you’re handy and don’t mind putting in a little elbow grease, you could get great results with a DIY detailing job at home. Learn more about how you can polish and protect your car’s paint in Toledo, OH today!
What You’ll Need

Before you begin, make sure you’ve got the right equipment for the polish. We recommend starting with a freshly washed car, quality polishing compound, and a variable-speed polisher. Good technique is also key to getting that showroom finish. While taking your car to a professional detailer may seem less daunting, it will also cost more. Putting in the time to get the job done yourself is more cost effective, but taking your car to Yark Collision Center’s professional detailers in Toledo can save you time.

Tips for a Good Shine

For the best results, park your freshly washed car in a shaded area, away from direct sunlight and loose debris. Start by priming the foam pad of your variable-speed polisher. You’ll want to wear gloves for this. Simply add a swirl of polishing compound and smear it into the foam. Then, add three drops of polish to the foam pad, and apply a light to medium pressure to the polisher until the pad is slightly compressed. With a speed setting of three to four on the machine and a moderate arm speed, work the polishing compound into the clear coat in 2ft x 2ft sections for approximately two minutes. But, be careful! Moving too quickly or not applying enough pressure may not yield any results, while moving too slowly or applying too much pressure can actually damage your paintjob. After passing each section, wipe down the area with a clean microfiber towel. Repeat these steps until you have covered the entire vehicle and you are satisfied with the results.

At Yark Collision Center, we know that taking a power tool to your paint job can be intimidating for beginners, so if you’d like professional car detailing in Toledo, contact us to schedule an appointment. Trust the experts at Yark for all of your new and used vehicle sales, vehicle maintenance, automotive financing, auto body and collision repair services, and more! Visit us at our state-of-the-art facility in Toledo, OH now!