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Is washing your car in winter a good idea?
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Frost and snow do not favor frequent car washing, and many drivers believe that a freshly washed car will become dirty again after being driven out onto the street in winter conditions. This means that many of them give up car care in winter or do it much less frequently than in summer. Is this an error?
Why washing the car in winter is necessary?
In winter, the streets are covered not only with snow and ice, but also with sand and salt. Thanks to them, road safety is greater, so it is highly recommended. However, this means that our car's bodywork is exposed to greater damage. There is a high risk of scratches and, in combination with high humidity, also rust. The car's body is also damaged by mud, which is especially common at the beginning and end of winter. The build-up of dirt makes it more difficult to remove. They also promote scratches and make it difficult to clear snow from the vehicle. You also need to know that salt consisting of 100% sodium chloride is also harmful to vehicle rims. It means that washing the car in winter this is a necessary condition.
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Washing the car in winter in an automatic car wash
Definitely washing the car in an automatic car wash, this is the simplest and fastest solution, especially since the weather is not conducive to working outside. However, this does not mean that it is equally safe for your car. In the case of unverified car washes, you must watch out for damaged brushes, which owners often do not remember to replace or do not want to. This is a major threat to the vehicle's paintwork. As a result, scratches appear on it, visible primarily on sunny days. The brushes wear out and need to be replaced, the delicate tips wear out, so the hard part of the brush has direct contact with the paintwork. Washing your car in winter, which is additionally exposed to salt and sand, in such conditions, further compounds the problem.
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Hand washing is safer in winter
Just like in summer, it is worth choosing to wash your car by hand. Even in winter, there are warmer days, which are worth using to get your vehicle in good condition and look better. Can you wash your car in the cold? Water freezes very quickly to the car's surface, penetrates into the cracks and can damage both the paint and seals. It is better to wait for more favorable conditions.
(photo: My Car)
First of all, use warm water to wash your car. If it is too cold, a layer of ice will appear on the surface of the car. You can use warm if you decide to washing a car in the cold, but of course it can't be too big and the temperature should be just below 0 degrees Celsius. We rinse the car thoroughly and use a specialist car wash agent. You don't know, How to wash your car to avoid scratching the paint? It works perfectly active foam for pressure washers My car,of course, it requires the use of appropriate equipment, but in winter it allows us to shorten the washing time and facilitate all activities related to the removal of even the most troublesome dirt. Active foam is a strong foaming agent that removes dirt, dust and road grime. However, if you decide to wash it by hand, you can also use it.
Washing your car manually in winter in practice.
When planning to wash your car on a winter day, it is worth taking a few facts into account. The most important thing is to choose the warmest day possible. However, you also need to know that winter temperatures change very quickly. Even though the day seems warm, temperatures can change from hour to hour. In addition, it is worth parking the car in a place where the sun's rays will not fall directly on it. Then the water may evaporate from the bodywork quite quickly, which will leave unsightly stains and streaks. If the temperature fluctuates around one or two degrees, the washing water should be only slightly warmer. Too much heat will cause micro-cracks in the paint, which, even if unnoticed, will cause it to gradually degrade over the course of a year.
Washing the car should start with using clean water to rinse off the toughest dirt and road salt, which will certainly be deposited on the body, rims or windows. Washing with liquid should also take as short a time as possible due to possible temperature fluctuations. In addition, water can get trapped between seals and in the nooks and crannies of the bodywork, and then freeze, damaging these elements. Moreover, such a turn of events not only damages the paint or seals, but also all sensitive elements such as locks and hinges. After washing the car with liquids, use clean water again to rinse the car and dry it thoroughly. The entire process should be planned in such a way that it lasts relatively short.
Hand washing has many advantages. It allows for precise washing of the vehicle and removal of even difficult dirt. Automatic washing, although faster and easier, may not be as thorough.
After washing, do not forget to dry the car thoroughly and use care cosmetics. This will keep it impeccably clean. By using professional, high-quality preparations, you can count on less dirt adhesion and better preservation of the car paint coating.
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Summary
Remember to dry your car very thoroughly after washing it, never leave your car wet in winter. Use a dry cloth for this. One more thing! Protect all seals in advance, and you can also use them after drying silicone for gaskets, which will protect them against frost.
