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Car Detailing Costs: Is It Cheaper To DIY?
Wishing your car had that like-new look? Detailing can give you what you're looking for, but you'll have to decide if you want to DIY or hire a pro.
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A Guide To Interior Car Detailing Like a Pro
Does your car's interior need a tune-up? Restore its luster with a pro-level interior car detailing you can do yourself.
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How to Clean Inside Car Windows
Follow these steps to clean glass on the inside and get rid of fingerprints, smudges and the dust generated by...
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Check it Out: The StoneDeks System
Tired of building the same old deck and covering it in wood or composite deck boards? Check out the StoneDeks...
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How to Wash Your Car at Home in Winter
Winter weather and road salt can wreak havoc on your car. Protect it by washing it — even in cold...
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15 Professional Car Detailing Secrets
Save $200 and detail your car yourself in half a day. Get professional results using these tips from experienced detailers.
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What’s the Big Deal About Liquid Glass Car Polish?
Liquid Glass has been revered among car enthusiasts for producing a long-lasting paint shine with minimal effort. But is it...
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8 Best Car Polishes of 2024
Want to improve your vehicle's sheen, but aren't sure which is the best car polish? Learn about eight great polish...
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7 Best Car Stain Removers of 2024
The best car stain remover banishes grease, spilled coffee, pet accidents and just about any other upholstery mess in between.
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Top 10 Car Interior Cleaning Tips
If you drive a lot for work or have kids and pets, you know how hard it can be to...
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Our Favorite Car Paint Repair Kits
If you've noticed scratches or chips in your car's paint job, grab one of these top-notch car paint repair kits.
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How to Get Rid of Smoke Smell in Your Car
Smoke is a difficult smell to get out of your car. You may end up needing a professional detail but,...
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Car Polish vs. Wax: What’s the Difference?
Ever wonder what the difference is between car wax and car polish? Both products are useful when detailing your car....
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Why Are My Car Brakes Making Noise?
Unusual noise coming from your brakes is a warning that one of your car's most critical safety systems is malfunctioning....
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Will a Car Wash Hurt Your Car’s Finish?
Will taking your car through and automatic car wash damage the finish?
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Why Are My Brakes Squeaking?
Brake squeal is a common problem often caused by worn brake hardware, pads, or rotor finish. But are squeaky brakes...
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How to Check Tire Pressure
Learning how to check tire pressure is easy and inexpensive. Make it a part of your monthly maintenance routine in...
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Best Paint to Use on Plastic
We've gathered some of the best paints to meet the challenges of adhesion, coverage and durability for a range of...
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Top Bad Brake Booster Symptoms
Knowing the most common bad brake booster symptoms gives you early warning that the safety of your vehicle is at...
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How to Change Rear Brake Pads
Maintaining disc brakes is a perfect opportunity for DIYers to get their hands dirty and save a few hundred dollars.
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What Is a Brake Caliper (And How To Tell if Mine is Bad)?
If your car is equipped with disc brakes, brake calipers are critical to slowing and stopping your car. Here's what...
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How to Remove Paint Scratches from a Car
From barely-there scratches to deeper notches, we show you how to remove scratches from a car, along with the best...
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How to Change a Tire
Do you know how to change a tire? It's really not that difficult. Here are some tips that will make...
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How to Check Tire Tread
Watch and learn how to measure tire tread
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How Often Should You Change Your Brake Pads?
Determining how often you should change your brake pads is not rocket science. Your ears will provide the answer if...
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How to Repair Chipped Car Paint
Repairing your car's paint chips is pretty straightforward and helps prevent expensive body and paint repairs and protects future resale...
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How to Safely Jack Up a Truck
Follow these steps to get your truck up on jacks and ready to work on.
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How To Touch Up Nicks and Scratches in Your Car’s Paint
Fix up dings and nicks in a jiffy and get your car looking like new with this easy and inexpensive...