{"id":105215,"date":"2024-04-20T02:23:32","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T09:23:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=105215"},"modified":"2024-07-14T16:29:30","modified_gmt":"2024-07-14T23:29:30","slug":"mud-on-the-inside-and-mud-on-the-outside-here-are-the-best-ways-to-clean-your-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/mud-on-the-inside-and-mud-on-the-outside-here-are-the-best-ways-to-clean-your-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Mud on the Inside and Mud on the Outside? Here Are the Best Ways to Clean Your Car"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_ba153e-57{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_ba153e-57 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_ba153e-57 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-cad8db  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-52ce1a\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_1e54c1-d7\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Mud season is the transitional time between winter and spring. Snow, rain, and melt tend to come together this time around, creating wet conditions.<\/li><li>When dealing with mud, the best way to clean inside the car is by waiting for the substance to dry before acting on it.<\/li><li>Mud flaps, splash guards, and floor mats are essential items to have in your vehicle when driving in muddy terrain.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Having a car is extremely convenient most of the time, especially when it&rsquo;s pouring. Instead of lining up at the subway along with other commuters who&rsquo;ve been drenched in the rain, you sit comfortably in your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The issue, however, comes after the downpour. The next time you go for a drive, you&rsquo;ll find a muddy vehicle on the driveway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Mud Is Your Inevitable Foe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mud-covered wheels and mud splatters on the windshield aren&rsquo;t a good look for your vehicle. The substance makes your daily driver look dirty and worn out, and others might feel uncomfortable sharing a ride with you if you keep your vehicle looking that way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mud season is a real thing, and it&rsquo;s the transitional time between winter and spring. Snow, rain, and melt tend to come together around this time, creating wet conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"car covered in mud\" class=\"wp-image-105228\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/car-covered-in-mud.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Mud-covered wheels and mud splatters on the windshield aren&rsquo;t a good look for your vehicle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mud is typically formed after rainfall, and muddy trails are most common near water sources. It&rsquo;s often a combination of loam, silt, or clay soil mixed with water, but other mineral elements and organic matter are sometimes thrown into the mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s also possible for mud to contain exhaust fume particles, oil, street dirt, and other contaminants. These elements can potentially damage your vehicle&rsquo;s body paint and sensitive interior components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Practices When Cleaning a Muddy Car<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You&rsquo;re bound to drive over muddy terrain at some point. If you&rsquo;re someone who prefers to wash their own car, truck, or SUV instead of going to the nearest car wash, then this guide is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the best practices you can try out when cleaning mud off your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Removing Mud Inside the Cabin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When dealing with mud, the best way to clean inside the car is by waiting for the substance to dry before acting on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Upholstery<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing mud while it&rsquo;s still wet will only cause it to smear all over the areas that are completely clean, especially when you&rsquo;re dealing with upholstery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the mud has dried up, scrape off the big chunks using a flat card. Be careful not to push down on the mud as it can sink deeper into the upholstery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scraping mud off the seats will probably leave some residue behind, so be sure to have a vacuum in hand to get rid of the remaining dust and dirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From there, you can use a sponge or brush and your preferred cleaning solution to clean the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, make sure to use a cleaner that&rsquo;s safe to use on whatever surface you&rsquo;re trying to clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Floor Mats<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For floor mats, you can use the same method as the upholstery. Take the floor mats out, and scrape off as much mud as you can. Then, use a pressure washer to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/floor-mat-maintenance-car-floor-mat-cleaners-and-upkeep-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"get rid of the stubborn stains\">get rid of the stubborn stains<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Carpet<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When dealing with a muddy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/carpet-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"carpet\">carpet<\/a>, be careful not to use too much water. Similar to the upholstery, too much water can cause the mud to seep deeper into the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use an old toothbrush to clean the muddy spots, and use water sparingly. The goal here isn&rsquo;t to cover the entire carpet with water, so only put water in areas where there&rsquo;s mud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply mild detergent to the affected areas, and continue brushing until they&rsquo;re clean. You can also try using a cleaning solution with enzymes, which are natural cleaning elements that can break down the dirt into smaller particles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If mild detergent and a brush won&rsquo;t do the trick, a wet vacuum would be the best option to clean your carpet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Removing Mud From Your Vehicle&rsquo;s Exterior<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing mud from your vehicle&rsquo;s exterior is a simpler process compared to cleaning the interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/is-it-safe-to-use-a-pressure-washer-on-my-car-pros-cons-and-alternatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"high-pressure washer\">high-pressure washer<\/a> will be your best friend when cleaning mud off the paint job and tires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a foam gun lying around, you can use it to spray your preferred cleaning solution onto the exterior, and let it sit for a few minutes. Don&rsquo;t forget to spray the underside, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From there, you can proceed with rinsing the soap off using the same pressure washer or cleaning the vehicle by hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: Make sure you&rsquo;re not using too much pressure when cleaning your vehicle. Ideally, a pressure washer should only produce a pressure of about 1500 psi. Anything higher than that increases the risk of damaging or scratching your vehicle&rsquo;s paint job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Essentials When Dealing with Muddy Terrain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You&rsquo;re bound to deal with a muddy vehicle at some point, and there&rsquo;s no guarantee that the cleanup job won&rsquo;t be messy. Fortunately, there are a couple of things you can do to minimize the mud buildup on your vehicle, including the installation of mud flaps, splash guards, and floor mats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mud Flaps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/mud-flaps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Mud flaps\">Mud flaps<\/a> deflect water, mud, and other contaminants, preventing them from reaching the vehicle&rsquo;s surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mud flaps are mostly found in compact and midsize cars. These flaps are typically made from ABS plastic, thermoplastic resin, or polypropylene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Splash Guards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Splash guards generally serve the same purpose as mud flaps. The only difference is that these are typically found in larger chassis like full-size and heavy-duty pickup trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Splash guards are constructed from a softer material than mud flaps, so they can dangle freely behind the tires. They cover a larger area than mud flaps, deflecting more debris in the process. They&rsquo;re also more flexible than mud flaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Floor Mats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/floor-mats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Floor mats\">Floor mats<\/a> can be a piece of rubber, carpet, or a combination of the two. Some floor mats have grooves or ridges designed to keep liquid away from the driver&rsquo;s feet, which is exactly what you&rsquo;re looking for when the muddy season is right around the corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also go for a special floor mat that resembles a plastic and comes with an insert for the whole floor, making it easier to pick up and clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When shopping for floor mats, one of the things you should consider is the anti-slip function that comes with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s important to have a floor mat that doesn&rsquo;t move around while you&rsquo;re driving, so be sure to check if the mats have enough grip to stick to one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Get Mud Flaps, Splash Shields, and Floor Mats for Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Tired of getting mud off your vehicle? Consider getting protective gear as a way to prevent dirt in the first place. <a href=\"http:\/\/carparts.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a> has everything you may need, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/mud-flaps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"mud flaps\">mud flaps<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/splash-shield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"splash shields\">splash shields<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/floor-mats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"floor mats\">floor mats<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply enter the specs of your car, truck, or SUV to start browsing our catalog of compatible parts. Carefully handpicked by a team of industry professionals, our tools and accessories passed stringent testing procedures to ensure maximum durability and dependability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to our strategically located warehouses across the US, it will only take a few days to get your order. Shop now, and we&rsquo;ll process your order as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All our products come with a low-price and lifetime replacement guarantee, so you don&rsquo;t have to worry about breaking the bank for your repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let CarParts.com help you help yourself by getting mud protection!<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Having a car is extremely convenient most of the time, especially when it&rsquo;s pouring. 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