Using the Wrong Chemicals on the Steering Wheel and Pedals The steering wheel and pedals are some of the most sensitive areas that you need to be very careful with. Applying some products (usually for shine) that have oils in them will make the steering wheel and pedals slippery. You never want to do this, and this is both dangerous and uncomfortable when driving. Imagine that you have a situation where you need to brake immediately and turn left. Now, let’s assume that the pedals and steering wheels are shiny and slippery because of the wrong product used. You’ll end up in a traffic accident because there wasn’t enough grip for you to do this properly. Your foot and arms will just slip from those areas, and you’ll lose control. Just clean the pedals and the steering wheel with the APC, and that’s all – except the middle area of the steering wheel – then apply some dressing over there. Not Wearing a Protective Gear Many people overlook this part. Even though we all think nothing could happen, it’s better always to protect yourself. There are three most important things to wear:  Treating Only the Dirty Upholstery Areas This often happens with upholstery cleaning foams, which are used to clean dirty upholstery. However, many people will just use foam on a specific part that’s dirty – and that’s okay in some situations. If you just spilled coffee on your seats and you clean them immediately with foam – then it’s okay. However, if you’re detailing the whole car that has many dirty spots – you shouldn’t clean only the dirty spots. You should clean the whole seat to get the best results. Why? You’ll clean some areas that will become 100% clean, but the chances are that other parts will be dirty as well. And the end result will be pretty bad – the spots you cleaned will stand out a lot, which will make the seats look dirty again. Using a Dirty Vacuum Hose Using a dirty vacuum hose is nothing dangerous or can damage your car, but it will surely make you more work when detailing a car. Vacuum hoses often drag all over the floor, which makes them dirty. When you stretch that hose from one side of the car to another, it will scrub the seats and make them dirty. To prevent this from happening, we suggest you do the following:  Not Letting Seats Dry Out Completely Irrespective of how it happened – you left windows open in rain, you went through a carwash, your kid spilled coke all over it – wet car seats are a huge inconvenience. They get your pants wet, foster growth of mildew, make your car smell mushy, and if it’s winter, you get cold even through layers of insulation. It’s quite literally a dampener for your date nights and late  night drives. That’s why drying your car seats fast is essential. irrespective of how they got wet, the material they are made of, and the environmental conditions.   Using Stiff Brushes When Cleaning The Upholstery Stiffer brushes remove dirt quickly, right? Well, not exactly when it comes to cleaning cars. Stiff brushes can’t enter so many pores in fabric, so a lot of dirt will be still trapped inside the fabric even after cleaning it. And even worse, stiff brushes will damage the upholstery, which may cause car seats and carpets to wear. Mostly, brushes are color-coded, so you always know which has which level of softness. I’ll show you which colour you should use: Wiping Off The Interior Without Vacuuming It Mostly, people make this mistake on the car dashboard. Some  may think that it’s not very dirty and just wipe it off with some APC and microfiber towels. If one just wipe off the interior without vacuuming it, one will be spreading dust and dirt all over the surface and probably make some minor scratches on the surface. Always use a vacuum first; vacuuming all interior areas ensures there aren’t dust particles that can damage the interior. After that, use APC or interior cleaner and microfiber cloth to clean the surface entirely.  Using APC Everywhere Even though APC is an all-purpose cleaner, which makes us think we can clean anything with it, it’s not always a smart decision. APC is a great chemical, but I wouldn’t use it for the following: Mostly, use diluted APC only on the car interior (dashboard, steering wheel, doors, plastics, etc.), and sometimes when washing the engine bay.  Diluting Products With the Wrong Ratio This often happens with APCs and Upholstery Cleaners. People think that they should use stronger dilution ratios to get the best results. Always follow the instructions on the product. Start with the weaker dilution ratio, then add more product if it’s insufficient. Having a too strong product may cause damage to your car, and you’ll also end up spending the product way too fast – which isn’t profitable. Harsh Avoid Products 1. Silicone dashboard protectants You should avoid silicone-based dashboard protectants when cleaning the dashboard and similar surfaces. These solutions are popular in some circles because they leave a glossy finish, but this is actually a problem in practice. Dashboards shouldn’t be reflective because they could shine light into drivers’ eyes, making it harder to see. This glare is a serious safety issue, with accidents in bright sunlight contributing to 5,000 more days in the hospital for car crash patients. Protect your customers and avoid glare-causing silicone protectants. Opt for cleaners and protectants that produce a matte finish instead. Some people may not like the look as much, but it’s a safer alternative. It’ll also attract less dust, keeping it clean for longer. 2. Bleach One of the most important things to avoid is bleach. This may seem obvious to some professionals, but bleach misuse is surprisingly common. In a 2020 survey, medical professionals found that 39% of Americans had misused bleach or similar disinfectants within the previous month.3 The temptation