Matte paint care has changed since the first factory matte cars hit the road 15 years ago. The myths about matte, however, haven’t. Consensus is the enemy of progress. Unknown Nowhere is that clearer than in how people talk about matte paint. “You can’t use a microfiber towel on matte paint, you might rub it […]
Category Archives: Behind the Detail
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You’ve probably seen Dr. Beasley’s products in action. Maybe it was on YouTube, at a car show, in a pro detailer’s garage, or even through a third-party seller like Amazon. But if you’ve never bought from DrBeasleys.com, you haven’t experienced everything we offer. When you order directly, you’re getting more than just a product. You’re […]
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Doing a major paintwork correction on a car with deep swirls, scratches, water spots and/or oxidation often requires something called a “compound” or “rubbing compound” that cuts paint faster and more aggressively than a polish. There are a lot of different compounds on the market today using a lot of different technologies. In this article, […]
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Jun
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The Evolution of Dr. Beasley’s Ceramic Coatings & the Secret Behind Nano-Resin AST Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence. Vince Lombardi I’ve spent most of my career as a detailing chemist chasing one thing: depth. Not just shine, but depth. That liquid-mirror finish so deep you can swim […]
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If you like to wash your car regularly, one of the handiest tools you can own is a pressure washer. Pressure washers excel at cleaning just about anything with minimal effort. The high pressure water jet blasts the contaminants away while you simply hold the wand and aim. There are a lot of consumer-friendly options […]
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Last month Dr. Beasley’s hosted our first-ever paint protection film installation class led by instructors Christyan Velasquez and Jose Luis Flores with film provided by Onyxhield. Students learned the fundamentals of installing PPF, including the operation of plotting software, paint surface preparation, positioning, contouring, edge wrapping, bubble management and more. At the end of the […]
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There’s nothing like spending the day on your boat enjoying some relaxing time out on the water. But enjoying your boat is only half of what it means to own one. The other half? Maintaining your boat. Beyond repairs and general upkeep, one of the hardest parts of owning any boat with a gelcoat hull […]
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May
May
This picture was taken after the final 2 cars were finished and the class was coming to an end. I would like to thank everyone for their extreme focus on the tasks at hand to ensure all 6 cars came out freaking amazing! 100% Hands-On Training! This 2-day class was held at the American Muscle […]
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A paint thickness gauge (PTG, also known as a coating thickness gauge) is an electronic device used in the auto detailing industry to accurately measure the thickness of a car’s paint and/or any protective coatings applied to it. In this article, I’ll explain what paint thickness gauges are used for, how they work, when to […]
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Foam cannons are unique soap-delivery systems for washing cars. They spray layers of thick, sudsy soap foam that help loosen and break down dirt, grime and other types of contamination. Professional detailers love them because they speed up the washing process and provide extra lubrication between your wash mitt and the paint to prevent scratches. […]