A car detailing service is a comprehensive cleaning, restoration, and finishing treatment for both the interior and exterior of a vehicle, aimed at producing a show-quality level of detail. Unlike a standard car wash, detailing involves meticulous handwashing, polishing, waxing, and deep cleaning of all vehicle surfaces—including paintwork, wheels, glass, seats, carpets, and dashboards. Services often include:
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- Exterior Detailing: Washing, claying, polishing, waxing, and sealant application to protect the paint and restore its shine.
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- Interior Detailing: Vacuuming, steam cleaning, shampooing, leather conditioning, and odor removal for seats, carpets, and surfaces.
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- Engine Bay Cleaning (optional): Degreasing and cleaning the engine area for improved appearance and maintenance.
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- Additional Services (optional): Paint correction, ceramic coating, headlight restoration, and windshield treatment.
What is Car Detailing?
Car detailing is a professional service that goes beyond a regular car wash. It involves comprehensive cleaning, restoration, and finishing of a vehicle—both inside and out—to achieve showroom-quality cleanliness and protection.
Common Car Detailing Services (Australia)
Exterior Detailing
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Hand wash & wax
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Clay bar treatment
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Machine polishing (paint correction)
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Ceramic coating application
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Headlight restoration
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Wheel & tyre cleaning / dressing
Interior Detailing
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Vacuuming & shampooing carpets, seats, boot
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Leather conditioning & protection
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Dashboard, console, & trims cleaning
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Stain & odour removal
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Window & mirror cleaning
Premium / Specialty Services
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Paint protection film (PPF)
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Graphene coatings
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Engine bay cleaning
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Fabric protection treatments (e.g., Scotchgard)
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Fleet detailing & mobile detailing services
The goal of car detailing is to enhance the vehicle’s aesthetic appeal, preserve its value, and provide long-term protection.