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So, Sorry for my ignorance, but how do these cool floors work? Are they just there to be decorative? They look great for sure, but looking closely they seem to be intentionally pervious, does that mean they used for drainage? Here's what I'm picturing in my head, some how, there was a drainage pipe installed in the concrete of the garage; then, there was waterproofing and a drainage mat laid on the garage concrete; and, these tiles go ontop of that. Am I crazy?

Awesome. thanks Shane. I have been interested in extractors too. but from what I can tell it seems like it may be smarter to start with a steamer. Would you agree with that?

@RayS Wow very impressive!

Shane, seeing your use of a steamer is something that really interests me. I'd love to see how you use it on an engine bay, or when you use it on an exterior. I have been debating getting a small household type steamer and using it on the vehicles. However, seeing as I rarely get detailing customers and our vehicles are somewhat well maintained, I have postponed that. Ray, that's a good observation. I've noticed it too with my wife's car. I think the use of make up also can add to the discoloration. Shane and Michael have provided good options for trying to attack those. I've had very very good luck with the All Purpose Interior Cleaning Gel - I also like to dilute this one and use it with care. I think it's becoming my favorite cleaner for everything right now. I use it in the house, on shoes, on clothes if I have trouble with a stain, and in the car.

Welcome!

Like @shane@detailedreflections said, it could have been from hard water in your water supply. It could also have been from the rain. It's pretty common for ceramic coatings to show waterspotting. There's a other factors that might be considered: How long ago did it rain? How long ago did you coat? Do you live on a dirt or gravel road? I found that it helps to have a bottle of Waterless Wash in my car and I'll give it a quick wipe down after it rains on the surfaces where water tends to sit.

Hi tom, and Welcome to the Forum! I would recommend a clay bar also as @ObsessedDetailer suggested. I also believe that @Chris@Adams has suggested using the orange Correcting Polish and an orange HexGrip Foam Applicator by hand to hand polish the glass. Chris please correct me if I'm wrong.

I'm in for this as well. I don't know, Adams... that's 2 from GA and 1 from SC, maybe it's time to relocate HQ down here. Maybe like in Athens, GA? I can do the site planning and permitting, no worries.

Welcome, Rod! Nice Ride! We look forward to hearing from you. Let us know if you have any questions

Hi Steve, Welcome to the forum. Agreed with the above. Waterless wash probably works better in my opinion. But if say you've left your vehicle in the garage for a week, and it gathered some dust, Detail spray should do just fine for that. If it's like fresh bird doo doo, I would definitely use waterless wash for that. And be sure to use discretion, if it's something that's been caked on or super dirty, you'll want to use water and a traditional two-bucket wash as your safest method.

Hi Jack, I was wanting to pursue the same thing when I first was researching polishers. I was told that the Mini is not setup to do larger jobs as it has a tendency to produce a lot of heat. If I remember correctly, what happens is that heat will cause issues in the machine, particularly in the backing plate. It was designed for small areas and touch up correction. The SK 15 and 21 better heat regulated and are designed to tackle full corrections at a time. I just saw the SK 15 on amazon prime for under $200

Great post! @shane@detailedreflections

I posted the above video because he uses a matte hood as an example so you can see the results and decide if that’s the look youre going for or not. below I have posted a good thread by @stalebreadjr and I had some input on my process for ceramic coating. Keep in mind I’m not coating a matte finish, so the process will vary pretty greatly. For example i don’t think you’ll want to clay or polish a matte finish. Others will have to chime in on their process for coating a matte finish. and this next post is also a great one by the @stalebreadjr again after he finally went for the coating. He provides a very good, very extensive write up for his process:

Hi Edwin! I’m from Ga too. What part are you from? Congrats on the new ride. And welcome to the forum you definitely came to the right place. it looks like you e got great inventory so far. And you’ve got probably one of the best ways of protecting your matte finish in the Ceramic Spray Coating. I’ll try and find some videos and threads to send over to you.

Do you think using a utility towel and something like rubber and tire cleaner could come in handy? Or do you think it would be necessary to use something like an abrasive sponge? I’m thinking this might not be fully necessary. You might be able to give it a good clean and surface prep and go over the existing ceramic.

That’s awesome JR! Thanks for sharing! Looking forward to seeing how these hold up and your next paint job!

Welcome, Carlos!

I like using the All purpose interior cleaning gel. If Im reading this correctly, you're saying its a microfiber steering wheel? If so, I may consider using Microfiber Revitalizer?

I have not replaced fully. I still really like Car Shampoo and Mega Foam... I also like Rinseless Wash alot, but I use Ceramic Waterless Wash very very often. It's one of my favorites. I use it as a waterless wash, I use it after a rinseless wash, and I use it as a drying aid after a normal bucket wash. You've got Ceramic Boost, and I would highly recommend Ceramic Waterless Wash, but I don't necessarily think it's vital for you to fully replace either of those products. Both are great and work well with ceramic coatings. All this to say, I don't think it's necessary to do a full discard and replace. Although, if are wanting to try out the new products, @falcaineer 's suggestion is a good one so you don't have to spend more money, just find somebody who is willing to do an even trade.

Agreed with @TheWolf it’s great standalone protection. So you should have no issue. It has tendency to build up if you use it too often, so I normally keep it to about once a month. Also remember you can use it for your wheels to give them a bit of protection.

Not a great picture but Air Force One made an appearance today at the office

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Welcome to the forum!

I have used it over ceramic spray coating and it worked well. I treated it the same as I would have if I were applying over sealed paint or bare paint

It's highly recommended to decontaminate with clay bar and Iron remover, then polish to what level the vehicle needs (Revive Hand Polish is great is your finish is near perfect), and then Surface Prep, and then Ceramic Spray Coating I would recommend having multiple pads. Also with black paint, many people find it especially beneficial to follow the orange Correcting Polish with the white Finishing Polish and white pads.