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Detailing tips & guides
Practical car care advice from the Vice Finish garage — how to use each product, what works in Florida heat, and how to build a detail routine that actually holds up.
The Weekend Detail Checklist: A Full Exterior and Interior Order of Operations
The order you detail in matters. Follow this checklist to avoid redoing work and finish with a car that looks its best top to bottom.
August 14, 2026 · 7 min readHow-ToHow to Get Tire Shine That Actually Lasts (and Doesn't Sling)
Clean, prep and dress your tires the right way so the finish stays even, deep and free of sling down the side of your car.
July 26, 2026 · 5 min readProduct GuideQuick Detailer vs. Ceramic Detail Spray: Which One Do You Need?
Both sprays add gloss in minutes, but they do different jobs. Here is when to reach for a quick detailer and when to use a ceramic spray.
July 8, 2026 · 4 min readFlorida Car CareCar Care in Florida Heat: Washing and Detailing Without Water Spots
Humidity, sun and afternoon storms make Florida hard on paint. Here is how to wash and detail so your finish stays clean between details.
June 20, 2026 · 6 min readHow-ToHow to Use a Ceramic Detail Spray for a Slick, Protected Finish
A step-by-step walkthrough for applying ceramic detail spray the right way, including panel prep, towel technique and how often to reapply.
June 2, 2026 · 5 min read