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Aussie Conditions
Look, I've spent 15 years cleaning windows and I'll tell you right now: most blokes overcomplicate it. Whether you've got red dust from a trip out west or salt spray from the coast, the secret is in the towels and the technique. This checklist is what I use in my own mobile detailing kit to get a perfect finish every single time (the missus even makes me do the house windows now, which I definitely regret starting).
The Right Gear (Don't Skimp Here)
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Pre-Start Checklist
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The Step-By-Step Process
The Heavy Lift
Spray your cleaner liberally on the exterior. Use a clay bar if the glass feels 'gritty' from red dust or salt. Rinse and dry.
The Two-Towel Method
Spray cleaner onto your first waffle weave towel, not the glass. Wipe the surface thoroughly to break down the oils and grime.
The Buff
Immediately follow with a clean, bone-dry microfibre. Buff in circular motions until the haze disappears. This is where the magic happens.
Interior Attack
For the inside, spray the towel away from the dash to avoid overspray. Use the reach tool for the base of the windscreen.
The 'Box' Technique
Clean the edges first, then fill in the middle. I learned this the hard way, it prevents dragging dirt from the seals back onto the clean glass.
Final Inspection (The Detailer's Secret)
What You'll Need
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