Pre-Wash Car Cleaning

What It Is:

Pre-wash is the first step in car detailing or washing, designed to loosen and remove dirt, road grime, bugs, and other contaminants before hand washing. This reduces the risk of scratching the paint.

Steps:

1. Rinse Vehicle: Use a pressure washer or hose to remove loose dirt and dust.

2. Apply Pre-Wash Solution / Snow Foam: Spray a foam or pre-wash cleaner over the entire car. Let it dwell (3–5 minutes).

3. Soft Rinse: Gently rinse off the foam, removing loosened dirt.

4. Check Tough Spots: Bug splatter, tar, or bird droppings may need extra pre-treatment.

5. Proceed to Contact Wash: Use the two-bucket method with car shampoo and wash mitts.

Benefits:

• Minimizes swirl marks and scratches.

• Removes heavy dirt before hand washing.

• Safer and more effective car cleaning.

• Prepares paint for deeper detailing.

Recommended Products:

• Snow foam or pre-wash cleaner.

• Foam cannon or sprayer.

• Pressure washer or high-pressure hose.