NAPA BodyPro Car Wash Products

The first thing you need for a car wash is soap, and there are a lot of options.

Gel wash can be applied by hand with a wash mitt or with a pressure washer. Foam washes get super sudsy and are ideally applied with a foam cannon. For some extra shine, consider going for a wash that leaves behind a thin layer of wax, like this one. If you don’t mind spending a bit more money, you can go for a higher-end car shampoo.

All the NAPA BodyPro car wash soaps are on our website. You can also learn about the different car wash soaps available to ensure you pick the best one for your needs.

When washing your car, remember to give special attention to the tires and wheels. Tire and wheel cleaner is an excellent car wash product that can remove grease, dirt, and disc brake pad dust. It’s safe to use on aluminum, paint, brake pads, and alloy wheel protective lacquer.

The next car wash product to have in your cleaning arsenal is polish or finishing compound, which you apply to the paint after washing and drying to remove any scratches and swirl marks.

Follow up with a wax and/or detailer spray to lock in your work and protect your car from future damage. Spray wax is typically the easiest to use, making it ideal for new DIYers. Liquid wax takes more skill to apply, but it may give you a slightly better finish.

If you really want to protect your car’s exterior from the elements, consider trying a ceramic coating. The NAPA BodyPro line offers a kit with everything you need to apply this coating at home.

Don’t ignore your headlights when polishing your car! This headlight restoration kit will help improve your visibility on the road.

You can read more about the benefits of polishes and waxes here.

There are a number of tools you can use to enhance the results of your at-home car wash.

For example, pressure washers, like this one, can put your DIY car wash on par with a professional service. (If you’re interested in cleaning your house, too, look for a higher-pressure gas-powered unit.)

Using a foam cannon or gun is a great way to give your car a deep clean. You can read more about the benefits of these tools here.

When applying car polish, use an orbital polisher to make sure the product is applied thoroughly but without too much pressure. Don’t forget to use the right-size polishing pad.

The rest of the NAPA BodyPro cleaning tools, which include wash mitts, tire brushes, and upholstery brushes, can be found here.

Once you’ve got all the items you need, follow our guide on how to give your car the best wash from your own driveway. (Remember to check your local bylaws—you may need to go to a DIY car wash station.)

Although most people will only see the outside of your car, you should still keep the interior clean for your driving comfort and the comfort of your passengers.

To tackle tough stains on your car’s seats and floor, use car wash products developed specifically for fabric, like this fabric cleaner. To ward off future stains, apply a fabric protector. Make sure you use products made for the materials inside your car.

Keep unwanted odours away with an air freshener spray. If you’re taking a long road trip, consider keeping a travel-size spray in your car.

You can find more car detailing tips in this article.

For repairs that cleaning and detailing can’t fix, check out our NAPA BodyPro repair products.