The Right Supplies Make Washing Cars Fun

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Date: Tue, 2 Dec 2008 Time: 5:26 PM
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The Summer months are upon us, and there are still plenty of things we need to get done. Between work, carting our kids to swimming lessons and mowing the lawn, the list of tasks may seem endless. It is especially difficult to make ends meet in regards to money, now that the price of electricity has gone up and it is far more costly to run our air conditioners and fill our swimming pools. Nevertheless, there are ways to cut back on spending, and one small thing that can help is to wash your own car.
If you would like to wash your car, you need to make sure you have all of the car wash supplies that you need. A source of clean running water is the first thing you will need to wash your car. Any backyard hose with a sprayer on it should work just fine. Be sure to park your car as near to the hose as possible so you can be sure it will reach all the way around your car.
You will need a bucket of some sort, preferably one that will hold two gallons or so. Also, you will need some soap, which is probably the most important aspect of your car wash supplies. Make sure that you buy soap specially made for car washing rather than household detergents which could damage the finish on your vehicle.
In order to get the soapy water from the bucket onto your car, you will need a good sponge. Some people prefer to use natural sponges, while others like a synthetic sponge. Either of these are fine, and can be purchased at most grocery stores. I have seen recommendations for two separate sponges to be used, one for the wheels and one for the chassis, if you would like.
It is a good idea to at least dry off the outside windows, if not the entire car, after rinsing. It is best to wipe down the windshield and windows inside the car with some household glass cleaner and paper towel. Protective rubber spray to keep your tires from cracking can be a good investment. This will keep your tires from cracking and weakening in the heat.
If you would like your car to look even shinier after washing, you have the option of waxing it. Car wax can be purchased along with other car wash supplies in most retail stores. Although waxing can take a while, the results are worth it. Not only does wax protect your paint job, it enhances the colors and sheen to make it stand out. There are so many great car wash supplies to choose from for do it yourself jobs. Washing your own car can be a surprisingly fun way to save money.

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