{"id":41240,"date":"2021-07-08T00:54:53","date_gmt":"2021-07-08T07:54:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=41240"},"modified":"2023-09-04T17:42:10","modified_gmt":"2023-09-05T00:42:10","slug":"surefire-tips-for-keeping-your-cars-door-panels-clean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/surefire-tips-for-keeping-your-cars-door-panels-clean\/","title":{"rendered":"Surefire Tips for Keeping Your Car&#8217;s Door Panels Clean"},"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_5c3760-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_5c3760-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_5c3760-98 > .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_5c3760-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_5c3760-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_5c3760-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_5c3760-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_5c3760-98{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_5c3760-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_5c3760-98 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_5c3760-98 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-fbede4  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-502781\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e14de7-c9, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e14de7-c9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e14de7-c9\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e14de7-c9 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e14de7-c9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e14de7-c9\"] 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_e14de7-c9 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e14de7-c9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e14de7-c9\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_e14de7-c9 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e14de7-c9\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Important cleaning tools include toothbrushes, cotton swabs, sponges, upholstery brushes, leather brushes, microfiber cloths, and detailing brushes.<\/li><li>You&rsquo;ll also need leather cleaner, vinyl cleaner, compressed air, and a vacuum with an upholstery or dust attachment.<\/li><li>Use a vacuum to clean dust and dirt, and remove stains from the vehicle with the steam cleaner. When cleaning metal parts of your vehicle, use car wax.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Maintaining your car takes more than just replacing its faulty or worn-out parts; it also involves regular cleaning and detailing. And a feature you should pay close attention to during your cleanups is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/door-panel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"door panel\">door panel<\/a>. Most drivers overlook it when they tidy up their vehicle&rsquo;s interior, as they tend to focus more on the floor, seats, and dash covers. Don&rsquo;t make the same mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleaning your car&rsquo;s door panels is a multi-step process. Skip any of the steps or do them poorly, and you may end up with faded or discolored panels. Find out how to keep your door panels in top shape with the helpful tips below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepare Cleaning Tools and Materials<\/h2>\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\/2021\/07\/modern-car-door-panel-cleaning-with-sponge-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"modern car door panel cleaning with sponge\" class=\"wp-image-41257\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/modern-car-door-panel-cleaning-with-sponge-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/modern-car-door-panel-cleaning-with-sponge-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/modern-car-door-panel-cleaning-with-sponge-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/modern-car-door-panel-cleaning-with-sponge-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/modern-car-door-panel-cleaning-with-sponge-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/modern-car-door-panel-cleaning-with-sponge-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/modern-car-door-panel-cleaning-with-sponge.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Regularly cleaning your car is essential to keep it looking great and to get the best resale value in the future should you decide to sell it .<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Using regular soap and other cleaning solutions on your door panels is not ideal, as they can remove the sheen on vinyl and plastic surfaces. In some cases, they can even discolor the material. Also, think twice about using brushes with hard bristles to scrub off stains, as they can leave scratches on your panel&rsquo;s surface.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stick to the following cleaning materials and tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Vacuum with upholstery or dust attachment<\/li><li>Leather cleaner (for leather surfaces)<\/li><li>Vinyl cleaner (for vinyl surfaces)<\/li><li>Toothbrushes<\/li><li>Cotton swabs\/sponges<\/li><li>Upholstery brush<\/li><li>Leather brush<\/li><li>Microfiber cleaning cloth<\/li><li>Detailing brush<\/li><li>Compressed air<\/li><li>Steam cleaner (optional)<\/li><\/ul>\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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start by Vacuuming the Door Panels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vacuuming helps remove most of the loose dirt and grime in your door panels, including their&rsquo; hard-to-reach areas. This helps prepare your panels for the other steps of your cleanup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Compressed air<\/li><li>Vacuum<\/li><li>Vacuum attachment<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use any type of handheld vacuum as long as it can reach into all the nooks and crannies of your door panels. Once you have everything on hand, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vacuum up dust and loose dirt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Run the vacuum all over your door panels to remove all the dust, dirt, and other tiny debris on their surface. Because vacuuming gets rid of all the loose grime, you won&rsquo;t smear dirt when you wipe down your door panels later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use the vacuum attachment to clean hard-to-reach areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Run the attachment or crevice tool into storage pockets, along corners, and other tight spots. Make sure to get as much visible dirt as you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Force out stubborn dirt with compressed air<\/h3>\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\/2021\/07\/using-air-duster-to-clean-car-interior-1024x752.jpg\" alt=\"using air duster to clean car interior\" class=\"wp-image-41251\" width=\"1024\" height=\"752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/using-air-duster-to-clean-car-interior-1024x752.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/using-air-duster-to-clean-car-interior-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/using-air-duster-to-clean-car-interior-768x564.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/using-air-duster-to-clean-car-interior-1536x1129.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/using-air-duster-to-clean-car-interior-150x110.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/using-air-duster-to-clean-car-interior.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>If you&rsquo;re having difficulties getting dirt and dust off your door panels, you can use compressed air to blow the dirt out.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re having difficulties getting dirt and dust off your door panels, you can use compressed air to blow the dirt out. Vacuum the dirt (or any other tiny debris) that the compressed air knocked loose to clean it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove Stains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&rsquo;re snacking while driving, there&rsquo;s a good chance you&rsquo;ve spilled drinks or smeared grease from oily food on your door panels. These can create unsightly marks and leave behind sticky residues and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-get-unpleasant-smells-out-of-your-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"unpleasant smells\">unpleasant smells<\/a>. The good news is that while stains are often difficult to remove, it&rsquo;s possible to get your door panels looking like they&rsquo;re new again with the right cleaning solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Microfiber cloth<\/li><li>Steam cleaner<\/li><li>Choice of cleaning solution<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use a steam cleaner<\/h3>\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\/2021\/07\/cleaning-car-with-steam-cleaner-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"cleaning car with steam cleaner\" class=\"wp-image-41252\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-car-with-steam-cleaner-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-car-with-steam-cleaner-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-car-with-steam-cleaner-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-car-with-steam-cleaner-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-car-with-steam-cleaner-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-car-with-steam-cleaner-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-car-with-steam-cleaner.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Wrap the upholstery tool of your steam cleaner with a microfiber cloth.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrap the upholstery tool of your steam cleaner with a microfiber cloth. Mix a small amount of cleaning solution and water into the steamer, then aim it at the section with the stain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid using excessive moisture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Be careful not to use too much moisture if your door panels have leather or fabric, as it can damage the material. Just dab at the spot with a microfiber cloth until the stain disappears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean and Detail the Door Panels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&rsquo;ve vacuumed your door panels thoroughly, it&rsquo;s time to wipe them down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure the cleaning products you use are appropriate for your door panels&rsquo; surface. If you&rsquo;re unsure, do a spot test. Apply the solution to an inconspicuous part of your panel. If it stains, don&rsquo;t use it.<\/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\/2021\/07\/cleaning-door-panel-with-microfiber-cloth-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"cleaning door panel with microfiber cloth\" class=\"wp-image-41253\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-door-panel-with-microfiber-cloth-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-door-panel-with-microfiber-cloth-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-door-panel-with-microfiber-cloth-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-door-panel-with-microfiber-cloth-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-door-panel-with-microfiber-cloth-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-door-panel-with-microfiber-cloth-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cleaning-door-panel-with-microfiber-cloth.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Make sure the cleaning products you use are appropriate for your door panels&rsquo; surface.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Leather cleaner (for leather surfaces)<\/li><li>Vinyl cleaner (for vinyl surfaces)<\/li><li>Microfiber cloths<\/li><li>Brush<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean the door panel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply the appropriate cleaning solution to a door panel, then wipe it down with a clean microfiber cloth. Clean the surface thoroughly. Use fabric to draw dirt away from your door panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean the storage pockets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s essential to pay close attention to these areas during your cleanup, as they tend to collect a lot of dirt and dust. Use a cloth or sponge to reach into their tight spaces. While you&rsquo;re at it, you can also clean around the speaker grilles, armrests, door frame, and door sill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dry the door panel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After cleaning its surface, dry your door panel with a clean microfiber cloth. Leave your car door open and let the air dry any lingering moisture naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Polish and Protect the Door Panels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How you do these tasks depends on the type of surface your door panel has. Treat vinyl surfaces with vinyl dressing and leather surfaces with leather conditioner. The purpose of this step is to protect the panel from dust, dirt, and even UV rays (if you use a solution that offers a good level of UV protection).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Super Clean your Interior (Dashboard, Center Console, Door Panels &amp; Glass)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tGnf8G8A8qU?start=1261&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Leather conditioner&nbsp;<\/li><li>Vinyl dressing<\/li><li>Car wax<\/li><li>Microfiber cloths<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Apply the conditioner or dressing using the microfiber cloth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you apply the product on all surfaces, including hard-to-reach areas like the storage pocket and armrest. Let the solution air dry, then wipe off any excess conditioner or dressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Apply wax on the metal parts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spread car wax on the inside of the metal with a cloth to prevent oxidation and corrosion. Let the wax dry, then give the surface a rub to make it shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Door panels should always be a part of your vehicle maintenance routine. With the right materials and automotive know-how, they&rsquo;re generally easy to clean. Keep them in top shape to extend their service life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Researching about other parts for your vehicle? Here&rsquo;s a list of common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-body-parts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"car body parts\">car body parts<\/a>.<\/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>Maintaining your car takes more than just replacing its faulty or worn-out parts; it also involves regular cleaning and detailing&#8230;. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/surefire-tips-for-keeping-your-cars-door-panels-clean\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":41248,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3746,52],"tags":[3488,1193],"ppma_author":[2607],"class_list":{"0":"post-41240","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-car-body","8":"category-diy","9":"tag-car-body-all-articles","10":"tag-door-panel","11":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Surefire Tips for Keeping Your Car&#039;s Door Panels Clean - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Maintaining your vehicle\u2019s interior takes more than just vacuuming its floor and seats. 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