Removing light scratches on autobody paintwork
What exactly is a light paint scratch? Depending on who you ask, varying definitions seem to surface. To avoid confusion, especially when reconditioning experts say that they can get rid of light scratches from your car’s paintwork, it’s best to look at what a light scratch is, and what it is not. What dictates a light from a medium scratch? Why can some scratches be removed and not others? How can you determine if the scratch is workable... [Read More...]
4 Easy Steps to a clean engine
Since many of our clients enjoy taking care of their vehicles on their own, we decided to give 4 helpful hints on how to clean your engine. Step 1: get a spray bottle with straight water in it. -Set aside a second water bottle with a light cleaner that is water soluble. Dilute the cleaner so that it is not too strong. It’s better to use a cleaner watered down than to use too strong of a cleaner that may cause damage to your vehicle. -Prior to spraying... [Read More...]
3 Steps to streak free windows
The weekend warrior often takes on the challenge to wash and clean the car. The hardest part of getting everything just right is a perfectly clean window. Here are 3 steps to streak free windows to help you do just that. Use either newspaper or a microfiber towel used only for your windows. Do not use Windex or other window cleaning products with ammonia in them Work from the outside in. When you are choosing the cloth, be sure you use a microfiber... [Read More...]
Dang that rock just hit my car!!
We have all heard the thud of a rock as it hits our windshield. The sound comes through like thunder and we wonder where it left a mark. The next thought is car windshield repair before the crack goes across the entire windshield. Windshield repair is best done by a professional. CARBONita Detail offers car windshield repair while you are getting your vehicle detailed by our mobile car detailing team. Windshield repair is one service that we feel... [Read More...]
Remove Light Dent, Scratch or Blemishes On Your Car
If your car has a light or heavy scratch, it is necessary to use polish in order to help blend the damage; making it less noticeable. Applying polish on a light scratch, in most cases, eliminates minor bodywork paint damage. The polish assists by blending the paintwork over the dent damage or scratch. It is important to remember to first fix the dent before polishing scratch damage. With paint chip repair, depending on how bad the paint chip is, repair... [Read More...]
Global Warming 101
Here at CARBONita, we find that it is important to be aware of the environment around us. While we don’t endorse a specific organization, we feel it is equally important to share the message of environmental awareness for all. Individually, we can make a difference; together, we can make a change. -The CARBONita Detail Team Read More →
Making a splash in environmental awareness
Last weekend provided a perfect night to run along La Jolla Shores and enjoy the rain in my face; an exceptional workout in my book. With headphones in place and laces tightened, I started out towards the pier; thinking nothing of the water flowing from the drains towards the ocean. I splashed through puddles as though I were 5 again, heading towards my destination. Having this pleasure of acting childish, splashing in the rain, en route to the pier,... [Read More...]
Custom Chrome Wheels Look Best When They Bling!!
We realize that there are some people who would rather take care of their own vehicles. We can appreciate that; we do the same with our vehicles. With this in mind, we wanted to share with you a few secrets. If you have custom chrome wheels, we’ve got tips on how to make them shine like new. The first thing to remember, custom chrome wheels need to be maintained regularly. Most wheels have a very thin layer of chrome which, if damaged, may... [Read More...]
5-Minute Wiper Overhaul
Do you have windshield wiper blades that just don’t cut it? In fact, they are so bad you hesitate to use your wipers to remove a little dirt because you know that the dirt is just going to get smeared across your windshield; thereby making a bigger mess than when you started. Not only is a messy windshield annoying, it’s unsafe. That’s nearly as bad as driving blindfolded. Sure… getting new blades would solve the problem. But,... [Read More...]
