I get asked all the time what products I use on customer vehicles.
This page lists the same tools and chemicals I rely on daily for interiors, exteriors, pet hair, and deep cleaning.
I only link products I personally use or trust. Some links may be affiliate links — this doesn’t change your price and helps support my local detailing business.
Section 1: Chemicals & Detailing Products
All-Purpose & Interior Cleaning
Superior Products Pink Perfection – All-Purpose Cleaner (APC)
My go-to for plastics, door panels, and general interior cleaning.Superior Products Zap-It – Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner
Deep cleans seats and carpets without harsh residue.Koch-Chemie Leather Star – My go-to for regular leather maintenance—cleans, revives color, and leaves seats looking rich without feeling slick or greasy.
Pleasant scent, soft “supple” finish, and a non-slippery feel that keeps the seats comfortable and safe.
Tires, Bugs & Exterior
Superior Products Dark Fury – Tire, Tar & Bug Remover
Cuts through brake dust and road grime fast.Superior Products Cherry Foam – High-Foaming Car Wash Soap
Safe, slick foam for hand washes.P&S Professional Bug Off - Bug splatter remover that’s safe on paint, trim, and grills.
Spray-on, rinse-off simplicity that protects clear coat while saving time.
Finishing & Protection
Superior Products F1 Spray Wax – Quick Shine
Superior Products Aqua Gloss – Drying Aid / Final Finish
Meguiar’s Gold Class Carnauba Paste Wax - maximum gloss with trusted protection.
Section 2: Vacuum & Air System
Vacmaster Professional 5.5 HP Beast Series Wet/Dry Vacuum
Strong suction for carpets, sand, and pet hair.Buff Brite Fur-eel Pro 2.0
Absolute game-changer for pet hair.California Air Tools 8010 Ultra Quiet Air Compressor
Quiet enough for residential areas.SPTA Car Cleaning Gun
Great for blasting dirt out of cracks and seams.Wet/Dry Vacs Flexible Crevice Tool
A flexible, narrow crevice tool that bends side-to-side to reach deep into tight spaces like seat rails, center consoles, door seams, and trim gaps.
Section 3: Power, Brushes & Accessories
Section 4: Glass & Finishing Touches
P&S True View Glass Cleaner
Streak-free on windows, mirrors, and screens.
Section 4: Paint Correction & Polishing
Rupes One-step Protection & Maintenance Polish
One-step polish designed to reduce swirl marks, light scratches, and oxidation while enhancing gloss and clarity. Provides light protection and a smooth finish, making it ideal for maintenance polishing.RUPES Rotary Coarse Compound - A high-performance heavy-cut compound used for first-step paint correction on heavily swirled, scratched, or oxidized paint. Designed to rapidly remove defects while still restoring clarity and gloss.
RUPES High Polishing Compound - A versatile fine polishing compound used to remove light defects such as swirl marks and fine scratches while enhancing gloss and clarity. Utilizes micro-abrasive technology to balance correction and finish on a wide range of paint systems.
RUPES D-A Series 6″ Orbital Foam Polishing Pads (Fine, Ultra-Fine & Coarse)
A versatile foam pad system that allows me to tailor paint correction and polishing based on the vehicle’s paint condition and softness.Coarse Foam Pad – Used to remove mild to more noticeable defects such as swirls, oxidation, and light scratches while maintaining control and consistency.
Fine Foam Pad – Balances defect removal with high-gloss finishing on most paint systems.
Ultra-Fine Foam Pad – Designed for final finishing on soft or haze-prone paint and for applying sealants or waxes.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 15mm Random Orbital Polisher
Cordless professional polisher used for paint correction and one-step polishing.
Section 5: Extras
SOFT99 Ultra Glaco Long Lasting Windshield Glass Water Rain Repellent
Long-lasting hydrophobic glass coating
Black Plastic & Vinyl Trim Restorer
FAQs
Do I need these products if I book a detail?No — these are for customers who want to maintain results between services.
Are these products safe for kids and pets?Yes, when used as directed. I use them daily on family vehicles.
Can you use customer-supplied products?In most cases, yes — just let me know ahead of time.