{"id":97895,"date":"2023-12-05T21:04:53","date_gmt":"2023-12-06T05:04:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=97895"},"modified":"2024-06-22T02:17:41","modified_gmt":"2024-06-22T09:17:41","slug":"maintaining-luster-how-to-keep-your-black-car-clean-and-shiny","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/maintaining-luster-how-to-keep-your-black-car-clean-and-shiny\/","title":{"rendered":"Maintaining Luster: How to Keep Your Black Car Clean and Shiny"},"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\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_2d839c-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_2d839c-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_2d839c-44 > .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_2d839c-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_2d839c-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_2d839c-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_2d839c-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_2d839c-44{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_2d839c-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_2d839c-44 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_2d839c-44 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-9d12d5  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-908ab7\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8\"] 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_bb8d03-a8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_bb8d03-a8\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Two ways to keep a black car clean are using the correct cleaning materials and decontaminating.<\/li><li>Decontaminating a car involves deep cleaning the paint to remove harmful chemicals, such as tar and bird droppings.<\/li><li>Swirls and scratches are two common impurities that taint black cars.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Owning a sleek black car comes with numerous challenges, such as the battle against dirt, debris, and notorious swirls and scratches. Luckily, there are numerous ways you can deal with these problems and maintain your black car&rsquo;s elegant paint job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ways to Keep a Black Car Clean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some ways to keep a black car clean include using the right cleaning tools, choosing the appropriate soap\/shampoo, decontaminating your vehicle, and following a regular cleaning schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use the Right Materials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the right cleaning materials, such as a soft sponge and a microfiber cloth, will do wonders for your black car. A soft <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/sponge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"sponge\">sponge<\/a> soaks up water and distributes foam evenly. Due to its size, you can also reach tight spots easily.<\/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\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"using microfiber cloth to clean black car\" class=\"wp-image-97896\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/using-microfiber-cloth-to-clean-black-car.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Using the right cleaning materials, such as a soft sponge and a microfiber cloth, will do wonders for your black car.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-cleaning-cloth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"microfiber cloth\">microfiber cloth<\/a> is a great tool for drying your vehicle because it absorbs liquids well. Using it ensures no water spots are left, which is important because they often leave behind corrosives that could damage the car&rsquo;s paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use the Right Soap\/Shampoo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Specialized car <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-wash-soap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"soaps\">soaps<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-shampoo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"shampoos\">shampoos<\/a> have the perfect pH level, minimizing the possibility of damaging the paint job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dish soap is a bad substitute because it&rsquo;s designed to remove tough stains and grease. Using it could damage the car&rsquo;s clear coat and wax, resulting in dirt or corrosion down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Decontaminate Your Car<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Decontamination removes dirt containing harmful chemicals (tar, bug guts, bird droppings, etc.) that basic car washing wouldn&rsquo;t clean off. Think of it as exfoliating your skin after using a facial wash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two ways to decontaminate your car: physical and chemical decontamination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to properly decontaminate your vehicle:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Wash your car to remove dirt and loosen the contaminants.<\/li><li><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Dry your car using a microfiber towel.<\/li><li><strong>Step 3a: <\/strong>(Physical decontamination) Gently rub the clay bar over your vehicle. Don&rsquo;t apply too much pressure to avoid damaging the paint.<\/li><li><strong>Step 3b: <\/strong>(Chemical decontamination) Spray the area with the cleaning agent and let it sit for a few minutes to loosen the dirt and chemicals.<\/li><li><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Rinse your vehicle and pat it dry with microfiber towels to avoid water marks.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Decontamination should preserve your vehicle&rsquo;s shine and prevent the potential damage caused by harmful contaminants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean Your Car Regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most effective ways to keep your vehicle shiny is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-car-ways-to-do-it-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"regular cleaning\">regular cleaning<\/a>. Wash it twice a month or every other week. This way you avoid any dust or mud buildup.<\/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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Properly Wash a Black Car<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To properly wash your black car, follow the steps below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Park your car under a shade to cool it down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Washing it under the sun may dry the soap on the surface before you can rinse it off, resulting in dull paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Spray the vehicle with water to loosen and remove any dirt and debris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Use car soap\/shampoo and a sponge to scrub away the dirt. Don&rsquo;t apply too much pressure to avoid scratches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Work from the top to eliminate redundant work. Occasionally clean the sponge to avoid spreading soaked-up dirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Rinse off the soap and dry the vehicle with a microfiber towel to avoid leaving behind water spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Taints Black Cars?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides dirt and debris, the two main culprits that taint black cars are swirls and scratches. The effects are more amplified and noticeable on black vehicles, as they remove the natural luster these cars have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Swirls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Swirl marks are a result of a handful of things, including poor washing techniques, the use of incorrect cleaning agents, and the use of a towel to dry off a freshly washed vehicle. While swirls aren&rsquo;t detrimental to your vehicle&rsquo;s performance, they leave a dull finish and reduce the paint&rsquo;s shine and gloss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s no need to worry, however, as there are ways you can prevent swirl marks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Use a dual-action polisher to improve texture.<\/li><li>Avoid using dishwashing soap.<\/li><li>Properly rinse and dry a newly-washed car with a microfiber cloth.<\/li><li>Apply wax as a final step to guard against swirls.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scratches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, black cars are not more susceptible to scratches than other colors. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/basic-types-of-car-scratches-can-you-fix-them-yourself\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Scratches\">Scratches<\/a> are just more pronounced due to the clear coat&rsquo;s white color, which contrasts with the black exterior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid the glaring blemish on your vehicle, it&rsquo;s best to be wary of potential causes. Common ones include dried rain spots, bird droppings, and sticks\/stones on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rain has chemicals and salt that could damage your paint job. It&rsquo;s especially harmful when left to dry, as it leaves marks that could eat away at the paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bird droppings have the same effect. They&rsquo;re acidic, which means they could cause the clear coat and paint to burn and chip. Therefore, it&rsquo;s best to remove bird droppings from your vehicle as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Branches and stones can get kicked up and scratch your vehicle, especially while driving at high speeds. One way you can avoid this is by driving slowly when possible and rolling over them instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Get Cleaning Supplies for Your Black Car<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s just something about black cars that gives them that sleek, sophisticated look. Unfortunately, it doesn&rsquo;t last very long as dirt, grime, and rain can build up on your vehicle&rsquo;s body. This leaves your car looking dull and dirty, which is no doubt far from the vibe you want. Give your black car the TLC it needs by getting brand-new cleaning supplies from CarParts.com today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At CarParts.com, there&rsquo;s no shortage of sponges, wash soaps, and other car cleaning supplies. The best part is you can get your new supplies without leaving the comfort of your home. Thanks to our easy-to-navigate website, you can place an order with just a few clicks. CarParts.com also guarantees fast shipping, so you don&rsquo;t have to wait too long before you can give your ride a good wash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t wait until your black car starts looking like a different color before cleaning it. Check out our selection of high-quality <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/sponge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"sponges\">sponges<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-cleaning-cloth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"car cleaning cloths\">car cleaning cloths<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-wash-soap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"car wash soaps\">car wash soaps<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/car-shampoo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"car shampoos\">car shampoos<\/a> at CarParts.com and order one today!<\/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\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Owning a sleek black car comes with numerous challenges, such as the battle against dirt, debris, and notorious swirls and&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/maintaining-luster-how-to-keep-your-black-car-clean-and-shiny\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":97897,"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":[53,3950,3768],"tags":[3952,4017,3951,910],"ppma_author":[2607,3269],"class_list":{"0":"post-97895","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-features","8":"category-for-the-car-owner","9":"category-lifestyle","10":"tag-car-cleaning-cloth","11":"tag-car-shampoo","12":"tag-car-wash-soap","13":"tag-sponge","14":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Maintaining Luster: How to Keep Your Black Car Clean and Shiny - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Owning a sleek black car comes with numerous challenges. 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