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WARNING - Extremely nerdy post incoming.
Detailing brushes, an important tools to have for both interior and exterior cleaning.
Firstly, lug nut brushes. We all like clean nuts! (Sorry, I just felt compelled to make that crude joke.) These two are ideal for wheels, not too big and not too small. At this point I would recommend avoiding wooden handled brushes as the moisture inherent in the job at hand degrades the handle. As you can see in the pic below, this one has not worn well. The yellow version is from Chemical Guys (NLA), I would say this is one of the brushes I use the most. I have also been using a RaceGlaze XL brush for lugs too. It's a little big for this job but is in fact more efficient if you prefer to clean your wheels with a brush.
https://www.obsessedgarage.com/collections/wheel-tire-cleaners/products/raceglaze-detailing-brush-xl
Next are what I call my workhorse brushes. These boars hair brushes are great for a variety of tasks including wheel cleaning, engine bays, exterior cleaning and interior detailing on harder surfaces. They can even be used to apply tyre dressing. Again, plastic handles my preference for durability. These sort of brushes are sold under multiple brands and suppliers. I also like the look of the Work Stuff and Detail Factory brands of brushes.
https://www.amazon.com/Detailing-Brush-Set-Different-Automotive/dp/B07PKT21PR
https://www.carsupplieswarehouse.com/products/work-stuff-ultimate-brush-detailers-kit
https://theragcompany.com/collectio...hair-detailing-brushes?variant=37726059036855
It's also important to have some softer brushes for delicate interior and exterior surfaces. These Detail Factory brushes are made with ultra-soft synthetic bristles and are available in short or long handles. I use these to clean air vents, scratch prone glossy interior surfaces, exterior grills and badges.
https://theragcompany.com/collectio...fine-detailing-brushes?variant=37726057431223
https://www.obsessedgarage.com/coll...roducts/detail-factory-synthetic-detail-brush
Upholstery brushes are helpful additions, one for carpet and cloth, and one for leather trim. Use one like the red version for loosening stains or agitating carpet prior to vacuuming. The leather brush is soft enough to prevent damage but helpful for increasing the effectiveness of a leather cleaner.
Carpet brush - https://store.detailking.com/car-carpet-brush
Leather Brush - https://www.carsupplieswarehouse.co...er-cleaning-brush?_pos=1&_sid=5e3725bc2&_ss=r
These small brushes are helpful for intricate detailing including cleaning pedals.
https://www.detailedimage.com/DI-Brushes-M51/Crevice-Detailing-Brush-P1094/
And if that wasn't enough, these Vikan brushes are designed for reaching into the depths of engine bays.
https://www.unionjacktools.com/2-piece-automotive-long-handle-detail-brush-kit/
The websites I have linked are to cater for the USA members, most of the above can be sourced locally to you.
Now after all that, there is still wheel, tyre and wheel arch brushes to consider. That is another deep, deep hole in which deserves another post for another time.
Detailing brushes, an important tools to have for both interior and exterior cleaning.
Firstly, lug nut brushes. We all like clean nuts! (Sorry, I just felt compelled to make that crude joke.) These two are ideal for wheels, not too big and not too small. At this point I would recommend avoiding wooden handled brushes as the moisture inherent in the job at hand degrades the handle. As you can see in the pic below, this one has not worn well. The yellow version is from Chemical Guys (NLA), I would say this is one of the brushes I use the most. I have also been using a RaceGlaze XL brush for lugs too. It's a little big for this job but is in fact more efficient if you prefer to clean your wheels with a brush.
https://www.obsessedgarage.com/collections/wheel-tire-cleaners/products/raceglaze-detailing-brush-xl
Next are what I call my workhorse brushes. These boars hair brushes are great for a variety of tasks including wheel cleaning, engine bays, exterior cleaning and interior detailing on harder surfaces. They can even be used to apply tyre dressing. Again, plastic handles my preference for durability. These sort of brushes are sold under multiple brands and suppliers. I also like the look of the Work Stuff and Detail Factory brands of brushes.
https://www.amazon.com/Detailing-Brush-Set-Different-Automotive/dp/B07PKT21PR
https://www.carsupplieswarehouse.com/products/work-stuff-ultimate-brush-detailers-kit
https://theragcompany.com/collectio...hair-detailing-brushes?variant=37726059036855
It's also important to have some softer brushes for delicate interior and exterior surfaces. These Detail Factory brushes are made with ultra-soft synthetic bristles and are available in short or long handles. I use these to clean air vents, scratch prone glossy interior surfaces, exterior grills and badges.
https://theragcompany.com/collectio...fine-detailing-brushes?variant=37726057431223
https://www.obsessedgarage.com/coll...roducts/detail-factory-synthetic-detail-brush
Upholstery brushes are helpful additions, one for carpet and cloth, and one for leather trim. Use one like the red version for loosening stains or agitating carpet prior to vacuuming. The leather brush is soft enough to prevent damage but helpful for increasing the effectiveness of a leather cleaner.
Carpet brush - https://store.detailking.com/car-carpet-brush
Leather Brush - https://www.carsupplieswarehouse.co...er-cleaning-brush?_pos=1&_sid=5e3725bc2&_ss=r
These small brushes are helpful for intricate detailing including cleaning pedals.
https://www.detailedimage.com/DI-Brushes-M51/Crevice-Detailing-Brush-P1094/
And if that wasn't enough, these Vikan brushes are designed for reaching into the depths of engine bays.
https://www.unionjacktools.com/2-piece-automotive-long-handle-detail-brush-kit/
The websites I have linked are to cater for the USA members, most of the above can be sourced locally to you.
Now after all that, there is still wheel, tyre and wheel arch brushes to consider. That is another deep, deep hole in which deserves another post for another time.
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