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Keeping Cool a Cinch with Do it Yourself Car wash

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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. If you have a backyard hose with a sprayer, it should work just fine. Make sure that you park as near the hose as possible so that you can be sure it will reach around your car.
Next, you will need a bucket of some sort, which should be big enough to hold about two gallons of water. Also, you will need some soap, which is probably the most important aspect of your car wash supplies. Be sure that you purchase specially formulated car wash soap rather than using household detergent, because it could be harsh on the vehicle finish.
A good sponge is necessary to get the soapy water onto your car from the bucket. Some folks like natural sponges, while others prefer a synthetic sponge. Either of these are fine, and can be purchased at most grocery stores. Often it has been recommended to use two separate sponges, if you would like one for the chassis and one for the wheels.
It is a good idea to at least dry off the outside windows, if not the entire car, after rinsing. Using a household glass cleaner with paper towels to wipe down the inside of the windshield and windows is ideal. Protective rubber spray to keep your tires from cracking can be a good investment. Tire spray will keep your rubber 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. Wax can be purchased along with other car wash supplies in most retail stores. Waxing can take a while, but the results are beautiful. Wax not only protects your paint job, but it also enhances the color and sheen of your car to make it stand out. There are so many fun car wash supplies out there for a do it yourself job. Washing your own car can be a surprisingly fun way to save money.

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