Raleigh area municipal water runs 60 to 120 ppm dissolved minerals — moderately hard. When that water dries on warm paint, it leaves visible white spots. Severe cases etch the clear coat. Professional detailers use deionized rinse water on the final pass to prevent spots. At home, dry the vehicle out of direct sun and never let water flash-dry on the paint.
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Had my wife's car detailed as a gift and she is blown away by how good her car looks (and smells) now! Our toddler had made some pretty serious surface scratches on the driver side and the crew at Mobile…
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The team was great to work with and showed up on time. We used them on our Cadillac Escalade for their 2 stage service. They ran out of time because of how much had to be cleaned (lots of dog…
Eric M. · Raleigh -
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The team did a great job at restoring the black paint on my 12 year old car. It was covered in unsightly water spots and now it looks spectacular. Thanks! So happy we were able to get those water spots…
Gym K. · Raleigh
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