How to care for a freshly painted vehicle
It’s so important to take good care of your car after you get it painted, and many people don’t know how how to do that. Keep reading for a complete for a complete guide to caring for your freshly painted vehicle.
How Can I Wash My Car After Getting It Painted?
Wash the vehicle by hand or a use touchless car wash system. Do not use a commercial brush or soft cloth system. This is important to keep your paint in good condition. Wash with cold water only in summer, in the shade, and with warm water in the winter and do not use detergents or cleaners. Wipe off all water spots with a soft, clean cloth or chamois.
Can I Wax My Car After Getting It Painted?
Do not wax, polish, or apply any sealant products for at least 90 days. By using these products within in the first 90 days of your new paint job you can unwittingly cause problems with your new pain job
How to Care for a Freshly Painted Vehicle in the Winter?
During the winter months, have under fenders and hidden areas force pressure washed to remove road salts.
Avoid scraping ice and snow from the painted surfaces, brush it off. Forceful scraping can scratch your car.
Other Helpful Tips
Wipe off any antifreeze or windshield washer solution spills immediately.
Keep the vehicle from unnecessary extremes of high and low temperatures.
Do not park under trees or near industrial facilities with heavy fallout/smoke.
Avoid driving over gravel roads.
Contact Mike’s Tri County Collision Center, if you have questions about how to care for your pain job,
*Remember, it is YOUR vehicle and therefore, it is YOUR choice as to where you have your vehicle repaired and you need only one estimate.