“At Valma, we believe that every car deserves to be cleaned with care and attention.'”

Out of love for your car

Hand Wash only

Car enthusiasts often debate which method is better: the car wash or washing by hand. Opinions may vary, but we firmly stand by the belief that hand washing provides unparalleled care and attention to your vehicle.

Valma’s Hand Wash Only vision is that every car deserves to be cleaned with care and attention. Only you can give this care and attention to your pride and joy! When you hand wash your car, you can reach areas that a car wash cannot, such as door sills and wheel arches.

The bottom line is that the car benefits from being regularly hand cleaned and washed, both inside and out. No car wash can give your car a longer-lasting shine than when it is washed by hand.

Of course, a good wash is a bit more than just a quick application of some soap and water. Unless you like a streaky look after the water dries. You will indeed have to put a bit more effort into washing your car. It takes a bit more time, but the end result, if you do it the right way, is stunning. 

What is the Right Way
to wash your car?

In 7 steps

1

Shade
The best place to wash your car is in the shade. Washing your car in direct sunlight can cause the water and soap to dry too quickly, leaving stains. Ensure your car is parked in a shaded area to prevent this.

2

Coarse dirt
Before you begin washing, remove coarse dirt with a pressure washer or a garden hose with a spray gun. Maintain enough distance to avoid damaging the paintwork. For heavily soiled cars, use foam to soak off the dirt faster, and don’t forget to clean the underside and wheel arches.

3

Two buckets
Use two buckets: one for washing and one for rinsing. Fill the wash bucket with water and car shampoo, and the rinse bucket with lukewarm water. A Smart Guard bucket is ideal, as it removes dirt from the washing glove and keeps the dirt at the bottom of the bucket, preventing it from getting back onto the glove.

4

Washing Mitts
Always use a washing mitt instead of a sponge. Dirt and sand can get trapped in sponges and cause scratches. A washing glove, shaped like your hand, allows for better control and distribution of pressure. Wash your car from top to bottom and front to back, using lengthwise strokes to avoid swirls in the paintwork.

5

rims
Clean your rims with a special wheel cleaner and wheel brush. Wheel cleaner has a stronger formula than regular car shampoo, making it easier to remove brake dust and deposits. The wheel brush helps you reach difficult areas of the rim.

6

Rinse
Rinse everything thoroughly at low pressure, allowing gravity to help. Start from the top of the car and work your way down slowly.

7

dry
Finally, dry your car with a microfiber drying cloth. These cloths are highly absorbent, drying large surfaces effortlessly and preventing water stains. The soft tech fibres ensure a streak-free finish.
Did you know...

27% of car owners prefer to wash their cars at home.

26% wash their car once a month. 

Price is the main reason why people wash their cars at home.

Many believe that hand washing makes the car cleaner.

People feel better in a cleaner car.

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TIPS & TRICKS

Removing stubborn stains on car paint, such as tar, resin, or bird droppings? Here's the best way to tackle these issues:

Dead insects
Dead insects can often be found on paintwork, glass and plastic and can be removed quickly with an insect cleaner and sponge. Soak the area for a while, then remove it with the bug sponge. The hard side of the sponge can be used for unpainted plastic and glass, and the soft side for paintwork.
Bird Droppings
Bird droppings are a nasty substance. They contain acids that can damage car paint. If you have just gotten some bird droppings on your car, remove them quickly with plenty of lukewarm water. If they've dried, use a soft sponge to soak the area, then dab off the droppings carefully to avoid scratching the paint.
Resin
Resin, especially if it has hardened, is challenging to remove. It comes from trees like conifers. Prevention is key, so avoid parking under these trees if possible. Still got a resin stain on your car? Resin is virtually impossible to remove with water and shampoo. There are special resin removers that know how to tackle these stains thoroughly. Apply the resin remover to a damp cloth or applicator pad and dab at the resin stain until it is easy to rub off.
Tar
Tar stains are tough to remove with just water and shampoo. A special tar remover is the solution. Besides tar, it also removes oil and grease stains. Tar remover can be used on paintwork, plastic, rims, and windows. Always work on small areas at a time. Apply the remover, let it soak in for a few seconds, and then wipe off thoroughly with a clean microfiber cloth.
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