Car Detailing

From fixing small scratches and dings to finding the best paint solutions, learn about the best car detailing tips and projects to keep your car shiny and new.

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5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying a Classic Car

There's nothing quite like cruising around in a vintage car and watching heads turn, but before you spend that kind of money, there are a few things to consider.

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Ways To Wash a Car Without a Hose

Are you out of luck if you want to wash your car but don't have a hose? No. Learn how...


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What Is Car Detailing?

If you're asking what is car detailing, you've come to the right place. Find out what it is, what you...


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7 Best Car Window Cleaner Tools

Having trouble cleaning your car's windows? It's tough without the right tools and know-how. Check out our favorite car window...


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How to Clean Crevices in a Car

How often do you clean the inside of your car? This is one chore that drops off the radar. We'll...

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A Guide To Spring Cleaning Your Car

With spring comes sunshine and warmer weather, and a perfect opportunity to clean your vehicle.


This Car Air Freshener Makes Your Ride Smell Brand New—And Has Over 31,000 Amazon Ratings

This bestselling air freshener spray makes even the grossest cars smell brand new!

Should You Clean Glass Surfaces with Shaving Cream?

Looking for a better way to clean glass? This TikTok hack offers a solution, so we tried it out.


Can This Cheap Glass Cleaner Get Stains Out of Your Car’s Upholstery?

Can you remove car upholstery stains with a glass cleaner from the dollar store? We tested this TikTok hack to...


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This Family Handyman Approved Cordless Vacuum Is a Must-Have for Parents and Pet Owners

You know how annoying it is to drag out your full-sized vacuum to deal with every little a sprig of...


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Best Bug and Tar Remover for Cars

We all know that familiar splat of a bug hitting your windshield at 70 miles per hour. The next time...

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No Job Is too Tough for Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap

A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...


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Brighten Up Any Project with the Family Handyman Approved Nebo Omni 2k Work Light

Looking for an addition to your toolbox that shines? Try the compact, bright and long-lasting Nebo Omni 2k work light.


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Family Handyman Approved: Armor All Wash & Wax

If you're looking to polish up your car quickly and easily, give the Family Handyman Approved Armor All Ultra-Shine...


We Tried Dry Shine’s Ultimate Shine to Gloss Up a Filthy Truck

We tried this ultra-glossy, anti-static and UV-protectant automotive cleaner on everything we could find on my filthy pickup.


We Tried Amazon’s Best-Selling Microfiber Car Cloths

The internet is obsessed with these reusable car cleaning towels, so we tried them. Spoiler alert: They're worth every penny.

This Handheld Vacuum Is the Secret to a Clean Car for 248,000 Shoppers (and It’s on Sale!)

Check out this portable, inexpensive number one bestseller on Amazon for a cleaner car—and it's under $30.


8 Best Dog Car Seat Covers for Easier Cleaning

Dogs love car rides but can be messy passengers. Our pet expert recommends these dog car seat covers to keep...


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13 Best Car Detailing Tools

Professional detailers swear by these car detailing tools to keep their vehicles looking new.


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Always Score Your License Plate Sticker with a Razor — Here’s Why

This trick could prevent thieves from taking your tags.


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Tips for Getting Water Stains Out of Car Seats

Simple tips, straight from the pros, for how to get water stains out of car seats and other car upholstery.


How to Pressure Wash Your Car

Here's how to pressure wash your car without damaging it.


8 Best Pressure Washer Attachments

Want to enhance your pressure washer game? These eight pressure washer attachments turn a great tool into a can't-live-without-it workhorse.


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Tips for Cleaning Your Car Seats Like a Pro

Ride in clean comfort with these tips for how to clean car seats. With minimal effort, your car seats will...


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Car Detailing Costs: Is It Cheaper To DIY?

Wishing your car had that like-new look? Detailing can give you what you're looking for, but you'll have to decide...

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A Guide To Interior Car Detailing Like a Pro

Does your car's interior need a tune-up? Restore its luster with a pro-level interior car detailing you can do yourself.


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10 Vintage Trucks That Never Went Out of Style

These classic trucks are still seen on the road today. Their old age and storied pasts make them all the...


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How to Clean Inside Car Windows

Follow these steps to clean glass on the inside and get rid of fingerprints, smudges and the dust generated by...


10 Most Common Uses for a Pressure Washer

Got a pressure washer collecting dust in your garage that you're just not sure what to use for? Here are...


Check it Out: The StoneDeks System

Tired of building the same old deck and covering it in wood or composite deck boards? Check out the StoneDeks...


Mark Cuban Invests in Rebar Tying Robot

A fledgeling construction automation company recently got a big boost from some high profile investors.