How to Decontaminate Your Car for BEGINNERS / Decon Wash Explained!

[@delmilligan4584]

Everyday is a school day , even after 30yrs of detailing myself , Dave more people should watch your channel and learn REAL skills , I’ve actually started to share your content, in the car detailing world I never share anything

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Wow thank you. That means so much to me 🙏

[@davidspalding3267]

@@epicautomotivedetailing hb he. A. And d. B

[@MiguelCruz-zo9ky]

How did you get things off the ground? I'm having such a hard time, and been penalized with fines for canvassing door to door 🤦

[@joevanseeters2873]

Very good points Dave. For the average user at home just looking to maintain their vehicle either weekly or bi-weekly, chemical decontamination every so often (even once a year) would be a perfect option to help their sealant or wax or choice bond. With so many different spray sealants and sealants enhanced with Si02 on the market these days, the options are really limitless, and would fit even the tightest budgets. If the contamination was really bad, they could add the addition of a very mild clay bar or block and use something like a glaze or something like Autoglym Super Resin Polish to fill in the micro-marring a little bit and then top with a decent wax or spray sealant as a quick final LSP and 90% of the world would be 100% happy with the results! And could easily get it done on a morning or evening of a day off. Also, like you said in other videos, for teens or young adults looking to make a pretty decent amount of money in their spare time just offering the basic valeting services such as a vehicle wash, quick coat of wax, and maybe a vac and wipe down of the interior, a few basic detailing items is all that is really needed. 95% of the world's population who own a vehicle of any type are only looking for the basic valet. Too many "new to detailing" detailers get into detailing and want to do like 20+ year experience level detailing with freakin' 10 different type polishers, heat lamps to dry ceramic coatings, scissor lifts, and heated/cooled detailing shops. And probably 70% of those type people FAIL! They jump too far in, way too fast. Those type detailers started out doing the basic valet and worked their way up. It may have only taken them 2 years and they moved up really fast, but still, they started basic. First, see if it's something you REALLY want to do. Many getting into valeting find out it's REALLY HARD WORK! You are out in the sun, wind, rain, cold, heat and humidity, snow, etc. Your body hurts like hell and after three or four months, they just give it up after finding out it really wasn't for them, and keep their detailing supplies and tools as an enthusiast for their own vehicles. Could be a expensive job experiment. On the flip side, as you know, their can be a very lucrative job opportunity for some. And if you become friendly with the higher end detailers in your area and explain to them that you'd like to work in their market area as a basic valeter/detailer, a lot of them will actually throw a lot of business your way. They have their specific clientele who are looking for the high end detail and willing to pay for it including all the add-on's etc. Some of the nicer high end detailers will gladly throw you a bone and direct that person to a valeter who specializes in basic wash / quick interior clean packages. Sometimes they may be throwing an overwhelming amount of business your way. Do yourself a favor, buy several extra boxes of business cars (they are fairly cheap) and stop by these high end detail shops and introduce yourself and give them a stack of your business cards or a whole box. Next time a client comes in who wants a real basic valet and interior wipe down (which is really not the client's that the high end shops deal with), chances are they will remember that new starting out detailer who had the respect to come introduce themselves and explain what they are about. Chances are, being most high end detailers are good people who came up through the detailing ranks over the years, will be more than willing to help out new detailers when they can. Especially if it helps both the customer AND the new detailer. The high end detailer has no interest in doing that type of basic work, however, if they give the person inquiring a good reference which is more in line of what they are looking for along with the price amount they were looking for, it only makes your own professional business look even that much more professional. Granted, some detailers are going to want the maintenance washes and ANY business they can get because it's all about they money to that particular person BUT in my experience over 40 years detailing, doing basic valets and quick cleans aren't really the type people going to those high end establishments. I would visit every high end detailing establishment within a 30 mile radius! Give them all a stack of your cards to pass out if they are giving away jobs they don't want to do due to being booked for a year already or for whatever reason. I have actually had friends call me and ask for help on projects they themselves are working on and they have a time frame to stay within. We then work out a cut of the profit for the help and it works out great for all involved. Detailing professionals are a bunch of like minded professionals and many help out many others seeking nothing in return. That's just the way detailers tend to help each other out. And are very glad to do it!

[@no_lft_shft]

This is quickly turning into my favorite detailing channel on KZbin

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks very much 🙏🥳

[@antonywalker8837]

You turn car valeting into classic art.Well done David, nice work.👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Cheers Dad, can't wait till the "you know what happens" it will show the doubters just how crazy the journey has been

[@josephinnes70]

Hi Dave. Big joe from Glasgow here. This truly is the epic car detailing channel. CHEERS

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you Joseph very much appreciated

[@carlbarnard2564]

Another great video, always watch them, certainly my go to channel. professional and always explained well. keep up the good work Dave.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Carl. Means a lot 🙏

[@michaelbodie1970]

Being in the right mindset to clean your car works.. great job 😎

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you

[@jaimedpcaus1]

Very nice video. If I use regular tap water when rinsing (after decontamination) would the water put back contaminants? Thanks

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

very good question. personally i wouldnt worry about it. I have used tap water for 16 years of washing cars and its never done any harm

[@jaimedpcaus1]

@epicautomotivedetailing 16 yrs is good enough for me. 🤣 So, you work with regular tap water all the time? And do you work outside or inside a covered area? I'm asking bc I'm thinking that when doing ceramic coating that air can carry tiny pebbles/dust and that it can be inserted as part of your coating? Happy new year. 🎊🎊🎊

[@ghostbridges6379]

I’m just starting my business out and I have been watching as much of Epic Car Show Detailing videos as possible! I’ve been washing cars for a very long time but I’m always wanting to learn more techniques and more skills!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks my friend. Glad they help. I'm trying to make varied content so it's a mix of everything but anything in particular you need drop us a message and I'll try make it

[@mann8254]

Outstanding Dave, loved it absolutely amazing 🥇

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate

[@stevenjones19-m8i]

Nice work Dave,the results are amazing and the car is 👌.great video as always.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Steven 😃

[@ptinker106]

Thanks for the content. Makes a lot of sense since it was logical and to the point.

[@ozodinobijideofor]

So smooth to watch!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate

[@roberthill1586]

Sound advice as ever dave! Always informative and the products you use are pretty good too! Keep up the great work. All the best!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Cheers mate 😃

[@marcusmaximus451]

Absolutely superb and faultless job, keep up the amazing work, kind regards to you and take care, Mark from Billericay 😃😃👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@jamiemassey3783]

As always beautiful work Dave!! Looks bloody amazing! Thanks for the tips!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Jamie 😁

[@onedaystrangerenough]

Fantastic information to soak up,you are the goat of car detailing advice and it's all free in abundance on your incredible channel.Thankyou🙏😎

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you Paul. It's a pleasure just to share what I love doing

[@onedaystrangerenough]

I'm a big fan of what you share on KZbin and was wondering how you clean a headliner that has brown spots on it,looks like nicotine spots,any advice?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@onedaystrangerenough depends on severity. Ideally no steam. It's more of a case of spray a microfiber cloth and work it into the stain, alloy to dry and repeat

[@onedaystrangerenough]

@@epicautomotivedetailing Thankyou will give it a go.🙏

[@karl3927]

Thank you for the video Dave 👍. Sound you advice you gave there. The Porsche looked sparkling after your efforts.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you Karl. I loved working on this one. My next video is on my other car channel featuring that huge jeep

[@stephenhanford5139]

Looks absolutely stunning mate. Proper job & brilliant advice. That's exactly my schedule for decontamination & find it works best. Why waste products showing off when you can do it properly 👌🙂😎

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Stephen appreciate the kind words

[@MrHoarses]

Alright Dave? (Triggers voice) Epic video again at the perfect time.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate

[@mayanksoni8465]

One day without drama,sounds good.

[@nprinslo]

Agree with others comments, cracking informative and down to earth

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you 🙏

[@cebasmb8250]

Great job Dave 👌🏽 as always

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks my friend. Thanks for the kind words

[@kevincross9206]

Stunning finish 👍🏻

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Kevin

[@MrMoz0887]

Probs my fave detailing KZbinr now. I said last year you were in my top 5, but now I never miss a video. Much more useful information than some which are just the same concept over and over. Yeah disaster details have amazing outcomes, but detailed info (which you provide) is what I lean towards more. Keep it up mate

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

🙏 thanks my friend. Have some massive news coming but soon as I get the green light everyone will know about something pretty big featuring Epic Car Show. Genuinely overwhelming to have support like this

[@MrMoz0887]

Good man. You have been grafting with this and whatever recognition you have got and upcoming is deserved. Hope to be in a position like yours in a few years time. Keep it up mayyyyyn

[@paulmilsom1346]

It looked pretty good before you started, but so much better after you'ld finished, amazing how much fall out was removed

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yeah it did have full valet from previous owner before arrival but the fallout was so bad. Looked perfect after though

[@paulcloughton4000]

Another great vid,some great products, and great tips, also nice car👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Paul 😁🙏

[@russcole6666]

Really Good video. Watch everyone you put out. Learn something new every time. Thanks for the effort you put into them. 💥🔥

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Cheers Russ, appreciate the support. Takes ages to make these

[@marktrower2267]

Another great video Dave 👍🏼👍🏼

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Mark. First time I cleaned a car without drama lol

[@marktrower2267]

@@epicautomotivedetailing keep up the good work Dave.

[@superd4478]

Great job Dave, the result is just perfect, love your videos 👏👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks my friend 😊

[@kanifuker721]

Love it, cheers. I'm off to do a white Audi TT today and the car is bloody minging with all those black spots on it too mate. I did manage to get the keys yesterday and park it in a nice shaded spot ready for today as weather's going to be roasting. Might be able to get rid of some of that Turtle Wax Ceramic also as i tried it again on my dark grey Megane and even with loads of methods i've watched with damp cloth etc etc it's still shite. Have a good day there.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

It's a pain to use but in white cars it's much easier

[@delmilligan4584]

Ok ! Gonna try YUM 😋

[@JB-F10-M5]

😎next level detailing advise 🙌🏼

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate 😃

[@user-mq1hn3dw8l]

One word...EPIC!😝

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you

[@alistairjones4794]

Dave, stunning result again. How about a quick drive video in some of these cars, would they let you? Next best thing to a discount code😜 thanks for sharing your skills

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello mate I already do on my other channel 👌(epic car show). My next video should be ready within 48 hours. Sorry for the confusion lol. This channel is now epic car show detailing. If you go to the channel page then click on other channels it should pop up. I'm gradually moving into car content 📺

[@alistairjones4794]

@@epicautomotivedetailing thanks will find it didn’t know!😀

[@robertm1692]

Maybe I missed it Dave but after I spray the car with the decon and brush around the emblems can I wipe the rest of the car down with my wash mitt and more soap?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yes. It's wash Decon then wash again

[@stuartmatthews6286]

Another quality vid

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Stuart the next one is going to be the best one yet I think 😀

[@stuartmatthews6286]

@@epicautomotivedetailing is it about marquees lol

[@jonnyluff33]

Dear David, you forgot to leave the discount code for Fratelli and please don`t make it a miserable 10% as i`m after a bargain lol Nice colour that white car might trade my artist in for that vw

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Lol I'll show them that. On my other car channel I'm featuring a cool jeep next week just need to film few more clips

[@AntEloftheHouseofEl]

Great video once again. Although I do really like Yum products, I have to say if I'm doing a decon then I simply won't use anything but Garage Therapy Zero Decon for both the snow foam and contact wash. The stuff is just the mutts nuts, it really is.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Fair play my friend. Use whatever works for you

[@stevenedwards2087]

Great video, do you think you could produce a video showing how to detail matt paint?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Steven. I've actually done a video last summer featuring a matte / satin mercedes GTR 👌

[@stevenedwards2087]

@@epicautomotivedetailing cool, will check it out!

[@garethdavies7564]

hi mate i love your channels i know you been doing your job for years have you ever ceramic coated a car i know that some valeters dont and some do?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate. I actually always ceramic coat cars. It's where I make my best money.

[@philh3409]

Great, no-nonsense advice. One thing though...what about tar spot removal after the iron fallout process?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

It was previously done on the valet before we had it but I've got a whole dedicated video lined up all about that removal

[@adrianmeredith6818]

Super content great content....

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate

[@MoonieTheGrey]

What do you think of spraying tar remover. (Applies to iron remover too) then cover them with ph neutral snow foam? So it can dweel longer and maybe it the iron / tar remover can be more effective?

[@Andy-le1ii]

Another great video dave, after claying should u always compound after? Or is a good polish before waxing sometimes enough?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yes mate after physical contamination always polish.

[@philpeacock9839]

Daft question dave, with a black car and the iron remover, do u just have to guess its removed all the iron as won't change colour? Thanks for all your videos helped loads

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

You will see purple run down mate. Not a daft question my friend

[@garethdavies7564]

it looks awesome a right head turner 👍 ....what tyre dressing are you useing how long does it last?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yum dress V2 my friend. It's a tyre moisturizer so won't be as durable as a solvent dressing but gives a better finish, less mess

[@garethdavies7564]

@@epicautomotivedetailing cheers thank you mate keep up the hard work

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@garethdavies7564 thanks mate appreciate it 🙏

[@antwest142]

Great video 👌🏼

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you 🙏

[@glennsmesman2015]

Looks like am the first one 😜 always great to see a new video mate

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Glenn, means a lot 🙏🙏

[@Ochtane101]

Nice job, what a difference? Car looks amazing! One quick question, for you? I had applied a ceramic coat, on my car, which is a 2021 vehicle. My question is, it doesn’t look dripping wet, when I applied the ceramic coating? Can I clay bar the car, again, and do an IPA wipe down, and add a second coat, of ceramic coating? By the way, the first time I did it, I washed, clay barred, polished it, with a compound/polish all in one bottle, then did the IPA wipe down, before I put the first coat of ceramic on the vehicle? I just, basically want to know, the steps I should do, before putting a second coat of ceramic on it? Just to be safe? Thanks, Mr. Mark O.👍

[@jonnyshielldetailing]

Go on dave ❤️

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Cheers Jonny 🙏🙏

[@aimon9055]

Is it important to machine polish after clay bar?? Or can i just wax it? Thanks

[@vladimirvojtaml]

So if you use clay block there is no need for polishing? Or will it cause scratches regardless even when lubed with spray lube after being hit by iron remover?

[@lancetaylor6647]

Hi mate i love your vids. Was wondering what tar remover you use

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Use many brand's. Loving the one from go detailing at the moment

[@xXTheOnlyDompsXx]

So the black pit on my white car is a bad paint job from a body shop? I just might need to Decon

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yes sometimes it can just be from being parked near a train station where you may see loads of tiny black dots. (Not road tar)

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

This is not related to this video but thought more likely you’d see it here. I recently bought an AVA P60 master large bundle very pleased with it but a bit shall I say dismayed to see they are now on sale more or less all of the range with about 30% off. Now peeved as I might be, minding my language here about if I’d waited I could have paid £67 less. Anyway that’s done just how it is but thought I’d let you know in case you hadn’t seen this, might be something to let people know, it seems a good time to buy👍

[@josephrivera2062]

Hi Dave, greetings from Puerto Rico! Did you clay it with the wheel cleaner still on or did you rinsed it off prior to? Thanks!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hiya I clayed it with shampoo on. This was a clay block so it could cope with the shampoo. Actually clay bars break down sometimes

[@MoonieTheGrey]

I have many tars. When do i spray those tar remover

[@raphaelszok8561]

Should see how they wash cars in the US at dealerships. Majority use a bristle brush on a stick and a 5 gallon bucket of soapy water. Doesn't matter the brand they still use this type of washing a car.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

See something similar over here

[@saeedkhan78681]

Would you use tar remover before fallout remover if needed to remove tar

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

That's a very good question to be honest if it was me id say fallout first as some tar removers leave a waxy residue which can sort of block fallout remover from breaking down deposits. I wouldn't say it's a real right or wrong way but just a thought

[@ianjenkinson8325]

On washing do you use walm or cold water? Or doesn’t it matter?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Warm is better but I mainly use cold

[@coolkid123456100]

@Epic Car Show Detailing Is it sufficient just to shampoo+ wash with wheel cleaner without using a clay bar? I'm a weekend warrior without any snow foam, nor do I have a machine polisher to do a paint correction after a clay bar. I just want to prep my car for a base coat of Fusso

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

This particular wheel cleaner is a safe one for paint. Never use any old wheel cleaner unless it's totally safe to as advised on the label. If it's confusing just buy a fallout remover and no you don't need a clay bar unless your removing 100% of contaminants

[@coolkid123456100]

@@epicautomotivedetailing Thank you for the response!

[@DUBcars411]

Won’t the water cling to the iron particles and the wheel cleaner would not be nearly as effective (because the vehicle was not dried after the first was)

[@SonikJesus]

Would it be ok to do a wax and sealant layer right after this?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

If just chemical Decon it won't remove everything but then again not everyone needs 100% removed

[@lewisdoyle8438]

Can you do my car and teach me to machine polish, it needs serious tlc and it has scratches :( but I'm sure It can be stunning after!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Sorry mate I'm gradually going into other things I just don't get time anymore sadly

[@lewisdoyle8438]

@@epicautomotivedetailing no worries thankyou!

[@stuartthomson2104]

A done my x5 today washed clayed and machine polish but I never realised you can clay the windows 🪟 😅 al have to try that nxt time. Top job mate nice 👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Stuart. Yeah clay them, technically it saves fuel lol 👌😁

[@markd5958]

Hi Dave Can I ask what tyre dressing did you use.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yum dress V2 👌

[@philipreece4648]

question for you : is the complete process suitable for "Matt" Finish paintwork or is this only suitable for normal paint finishes due to clay barring and machine polishing. Sorry if this is a silly question as not done anything like this, just learning

[@TahirAmeenGaming]

Is it fine if I clay bar my car and then just spray a ceramic spray or a spray on sealant wax and buff it out? Will that be fine enough for a temporary seal instead of hand polishing because I don't have a polisher

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

It will leave minor marks on paint but if it doesn't bother you then go for it. People worry too much. It won't wreck the paint just make it less pretty

[@deanwarner2006]

Was you not tempted to give it a finish with yum ceramic Dave?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

No because it was going in for full paint correction following day

[@craig3802]

Do you need to dry the car before using the fallout remover?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

No mate. You want to reduce the risk of it drying on paint

[@craig3802]

@@epicautomotivedetailing nice one cheers

[@FayZz-xp1tw]

Can I use traffic film remover as an iron remover ??

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

No sadly that wont work im afraid

[@FayZz-xp1tw]

@@epicautomotivedetailing what would you u say is the best decontamination product to use before machine polishing

[@oliverelizalde]

Wow

[@daddycoolcrypto2718]

Ever fancied franchising your business in Northern Ireland? I'd be interested in that.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

My mobile business is coming to an end as I'm having my own unit being built

[@daddycoolcrypto2718]

@@epicautomotivedetailing very nice mate. Well you have inspired me to do something similar here. We have our fair share of millionaires with nice cars. It still miss the TTS, but I bought myself a minivan. Which is a damn sight more spacious and practical for the job. I'll get myself something tasty, when the world has stopped ending. Good luck with the new venture mate.

[@Oztinnieadventures]

I thought you said Thai Moisturiser, and no shit... i sat here thinking your skin doesnt look too bad, should be alright for instagram...enjoyed the vid and tips btw :)

[@Chris_8270]

Normally I'll cover the car in vasco pre wash and leave for at least an hour indoors,rinse the car, apply fallout remover, rinse again,clay, contacted wash, dry and job done

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Nice one thank you for sharing 👌😀

[@Chris_8270]

I use vasco pre wash because its safe on all surfaces,can leave it on as long as you want once it's not in sunlight, don't even have to pre rinse or wash the car just throw it on the paintwork. A tar remover and pre wash together makes life easier

[@harryblinkhorn2792]

What can be done to stop wiper blades juddering

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Clay bar or block. I have a new video on its way about this issue

[@JoseAlvarez-rz6sl]

How about doing it with Walmart products only.

[@alex-marques]

Should a NEW CAR (0km) be decontamined before apply wax/selant?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

ideally yes

[@alex-marques]

@@epicautomotivedetailing you are the best bro, i am from brazil, cant find yom products... any ferrous decontaminant with neitral pH works?

[@pressuresonmobiledetail2229]

If anyones in birmingham uk and would like a full mobile valet/detail or a service be sure to hit me up 🤙

[@cheesedoodle4236]

Looks like the same barn build like shmee150. Guessing he isn't far from

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Could be...

[@MuscleFlexPro]

im too poor for detailing products and im a manager :(

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I'm poor too but detailing products are tax deductible 👌😃

[@MALEEC404]

I don’t get how you make a video for beginners but use a rare product that is not easy to find or acquire

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

It's not about the products it's about the methods. My recent videos feature the cheapest products in the UK right now

[@SeanD2937]

That rear wiper killed that car🤮

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I know right

[@aimon9055]

Is it important to machine polish after clay bar?? Or can i just wax it? Thanks