Affordable Car Detailing Hacks That Actually Work

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Steering Wheel

Use the nail brush and an all-purpose cleaner to scrub your steering wheel. If you don’t have a cleaner, warm water will do—but it may take a few tries.

Avoid spraying cleaner directly onto the wheel, especially around the dials. Instead, spray it onto a microfiber cloth, wipe the wheel, then scrub gently with the nail brush. Finish by wiping it clean with a dry microfiber. This method is effective for removing sunscreen residue, makeup, dried mud, and more.

If using warm water, dip the cloth in the bucket until damp, wipe the wheel, scrub with the brush, and follow the same drying method.

Car Trim

Avoid using the nail brush on shiny or polished surfaces. However, it’s perfect for plastic trim. The stiff bristles get into grooves and textures to provide a deep clean. For tighter spaces, use a small paintbrush. Use the same cleaning technique as above.

Car Seats

Lightly spray the seats with fabric cleaner and gently scrub using the nail brush. Be careful not to scrub too hard—if you notice snagging, stop. Follow up with a wet vac or a slightly damp cloth. Avoid over-saturating the fabric to prevent leaving seats too wet.

Carpets and Mats

Use the nail brush on carpets and mats before or during vacuuming. This helps lift dirt and speeds up the process.

Bonus Hack: Carpet Stripes

For that professional look, spray a bit of air freshener on the carpet and brush it in opposite directions to create clean carpet stripes.

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