Useful hacks to avoid damage to your car when cleaning
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In this article a mechanic is warning people not to use a car sponge when washing their cars
Why, because they can cause fine scratches on the bodywork
He advised using woolen mitts instead
Another person advises not to clean your car while wearing keys , either clipped to your belt or elsewhere
These can also scratch your car as you lean over the bodywork
The same goes for rings or other jewellery
Not using rotating brush car washes i already knew about, these can also damage the car
The final tip is not to use washing up liquid instead of car shampoo to wash your vehicle
It contains salt and other chemicals that will strip any wax or paint sealant from surfaces on your car
I never wash my car with water, i use a waterless spray that doesn't leave water marks , which you get in hard water areas
It also leaves the bodywork gleaming
To some the car is their pride and joy , so i hope these tips help
www.express.co.uk/life-style/cars/1919864/drivers-simple-cheap-item-clean-car-warned-stop
Thanks for all those tips. Our car rarely gets washed and is not my husband’s pride and joy 
Our cars only get washed when absolutely necessary and even them I take it to the local hand wash car wash.
jillylovesyou Not recommended J , certain products contain certain chemicals, some meant for glass can strip the paintwork off the car exterior
telmel ok thanks any recommendations for a shiny finish that is easy to use without smearing please
Our Chrysler, affectionately known as Herbie is rather old and has more scratches than I have wrinkles. So long as it's clean for special occassions I don't mind what is used. Personally I think the dirty might be holding him together lol
Wow interesting topic thanks mostly we take our cars to Car Wash but some time hubby does wash them at home on driveway will show him this topic
we do use Shampoo,sponge etc.No Liquid 
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