Exterior detailing — from decontamination to gloss restoration.
This isn't a wash. It's a sequence of stages that removes contaminants, prepares the surface, and restores the clarity that time and improper washing have taken away.
Exterior detailing typically takes half a day. Larger vehicles or those with heavier contamination may need a full day. We confirm exact timing in your quote.
Why this matters for your car.
Your paint absorbs contaminants daily that a regular wash doesn't remove: iron oxide particles from brakes and rail dust, tar deposits, pollen, tree resin, and industrial pollutants. Over time these bond to the surface, making the paint dull and rough to the touch, and preventing any subsequent protection from working correctly. This isn't dirt that washes off — it needs chemical and physical decontamination.
See the difference for yourself.
Who this service is for
- Owners with paint contaminated by iron fallout, tar, or atmospheric pollution
- Anyone preparing their vehicle for ceramic coating or PPF (decontamination is a required step)
- Those who want a result clearly above a standard wash — without committing yet to ceramic or PPF
- Anyone bringing the car to excellent condition before a sale
What's included
- Thorough pre-rinse and snow foam pre-wash application
- Hand wash with pH-neutral products (no automatic brushes)
- Iron fallout removal with dedicated chemical product
- Physical decontamination with clay bar across the full bodywork
- Drying with soft microfibre towels
- Paint inspection under direct light
- Light hand or orbital machine polish (where included in chosen service)
- Application of temporary protection sealant or detailer (where included)
- Exterior glass, wheel, and wheel arch cleaning
- Final inspection with the client
Step by step — nothing is skipped.
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Pre-wash and snow foam
We rinse the vehicle to remove loose dirt, then apply a snow foam pre-wash that begins lifting deposits from the paint surface.
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Hand wash
We hand wash the car with pH-neutral products using a two-bucket method, minimising the risk of introducing new scratches during the wash stage.
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Iron fallout removal
We apply a dedicated fallout remover that reacts with iron particles bonded to paint and rubber, making them safe to remove without abrasion.
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Clay bar (physical decontamination)
We work a clay bar across the full bodywork to remove physical contaminants that didn't lift with chemical washing. The surface should feel smooth to the touch — that's the sign decontamination is complete.
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Polish and finish
Where included, we apply a light hand or orbital polish to restore gloss and improve clear coat clarity.
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Final inspection
Before handover, we inspect the vehicle under direct light with you. The result is verifiable in person.
Often combined with this service.
Prepare your vehicle the right way. Request a free quote — we'll tell you exactly what your car actually needs.
We'll assess your vehicle and send you a specific quote — not a generic price list. Free, with no obligation.