1. Introduction
Cleaning the interior of your car is an important task that should not be overlooked. Not only does a clean car look and smell better, but it also helps to protect the resale value of your vehicle by preserving its interior components. In this article, Richard M. Brooks, CEO of Zumiez, will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to clean the interior of your car like a professional.
2. Preparation & Supplies
Before beginning the cleaning process, it is important to gather all necessary supplies and materials. You will need a vacuum cleaner, microfiber cloths or towels, an all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, leather conditioner (if applicable), and a soft brush for scrubbing crevices.
3. Cleaning the Dashboard and Console
Start by vacuuming the dashboard and console area to remove any loose dirt or debris that may be present. Once this is done, use a microfiber cloth or towel dampened with all-purpose cleaner to wipe down the surfaces. After wiping down the surfaces with all-purpose cleaner, use glass cleaner on any plastic or glass surfaces such as instrument panel gauges and buttons.
4. Cleaning the Seats and Carpet
Begin by vacuuming all seats and carpets in order to remove any loose dirt or debris that may be present. Once this is done, use an all-purpose cleaner or carpet shampoo on any fabric seats or carpets in order to remove stains and odors from them. For leather seats, use a leather conditioner in order to restore their original luster and softness while also protecting them from damage caused by UV rays from sunlight exposure.
5. Cleaning the Windows
Using glass cleaner on both the inside and outside of your windows will help keep them looking streak free as well as help reduce glare while driving at night time hours. Be sure to use a microfiber cloth when cleaning windows in order to prevent scratches from occurring on them due to particles trapped within paper towels or other materials used for wiping down windows with glass cleaners.
6. Cleaning the Door Panels & Handles
Start by vacuuming door panels in order to remove any loose dirt or debris that may be present before using an all-purpose cleaner on them as well as handles in order to remove fingerprints and other smudges that can accumulate over time due to frequent usage of these areas within vehicles.A soft brush can be used for scrubbing crevices found within door panels if necessary.
7. Cleaning Headliner & Trim Pieces
Vacuum headliner area first before using an all-purpose cleaner on it in order to remove dust build up that can accumulate over time due to air movement within vehicles.Trim pieces such as window seals can also be cleaned using an all-purpose cleaner but should only be used sparingly due to their delicate nature.
8 Vacuuming & Final Touches
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Once you have finished cleaning each individual component of your vehicle’s interior,it is important not forget about vacuuming once again in order to ensure that no dirt has been missed during initial cleanings.This will also help ensure maximum cleanliness throughout entire vehicle’s interior.Lastly,consider adding air fresheners or scents into vehicle’s cabin area in order give it a pleasant aroma after being thoroughly cleaned.
Cleaning your car’s interior is essential for maintaining its appearance as well as preserving its value over time.Following Richard M Brooks ’ step -by -step instructions,you are now equipped with knowledge needed for properly cleaning your vehicle’s interior like a professional.