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Just recently bought Bilt Hamber Trace Less Glass Cleaner and 3D Bead It Up.

Both did a very good job. I'm struggling with contamination on my glass cloths. The lint fibres are back! Got some new ones on order. I do my best to keep everything separate but I just think natural dust and fluff around in the air eventually gets to them. Brushing against clothing, etc. Anywho, the 3D Bead It Up, actually went on the exterior glass well and buffed off OK. Used two cloths and made sure to buff it more than it probably needed; nothing worse thinking its clean, drive into the sun and see the smears. lol.

The best glass cloths I've used so far have been these ones - https://mcrofbre.com/products/crystowel-streak-free-700gsm-glass-microfibre-cloth

Everything else, even waffle weave towels, still leave lint. However even these are a little thick and cumbersome which makes cleaning the inside of the windscreen a bit difficult sometimes.

Edit: just seen you've already tried those, my bad.

 

[Firegod]

The best glass cloths I've used so far have been these ones - https://mcrofbre.com/products/crystowel-streak-free-700gsm-glass-microfibre-cloth

Everything else, even waffle weave towels, still leave lint.

Yeah got those. They are OK, I personally find them a bit too thick / size of sponge core. But they are probably up there with the CarPro ones for how they behave on the glass.

 

[Firegod]

Edit: just seen you've already tried those, my bad.

Not a bother at all.

 

[maj]

Bit random but does anyone know a product that will remove makeup from a sun visor? It was missed by the dealer before I picked the car up (and me on the test drive) and willing to see if I can clean it myself. I'm thinking some sort of all purpose cleaner? But then does it need to be something specific to a car or will a general household one do? Would only use a small amount as a test but not sure how long it's been there by the previous owner so may have been dried too long.

 

[MrRockliffe]

Ooh really! Now that's an idea! How does the Squeegee cope with the curved windscreen? I'd imagine for side windows it works well.

You need a smaller one, else as your point out, it doesn’t work

 

[MrRockliffe]

Bit random but does anyone know a product that will remove makeup from a sun visor? It was missed by the dealer before I picked the car up (and me on the test drive) and willing to see if I can clean it myself. I'm thinking some sort of all purpose cleaner? But then does it need to be something specific to a car or will a general household one do? Would only use a small amount as a test but not sure how long it's been there by the previous owner so may have been dried too long.

Try the Halfords Advanced one - it’ll save buying one online

If you are buying one online, Surfex HD (which you’ll need to dilute)

 

[maj]

Try the Halfords Advanced one - it’ll save buying one online

If you are buying one online, Surfex HD (which you’ll need to dilute)

Will give them a go thanks.

 

[GravyMonster]

It’s why I’ve stopped cleaning glass with a micro fibre. It’s near impossible to keep them lint free.

Squeegee works much better

Just squeegee the glass though - don't use it on your paint like my neighbour does. It makes me wince every time I see them out there.

 

[kona786]

Mine's caked in salt. And it's too cold for a wash.

 

[Bint Box]

Mine's caked in salt. And it's too cold for a wash.

Parked across two bays as well !

 

[kona786]

Parked across two bays as well !

Lol. Only for the snap. Sue me.

 

[utajoker]

Got a new car just before christmas and need some cleaning bits, is the hydro uk stuff any good you see advertised all over facebook etc?

 

[ddoubleep]

Got a new car just before christmas and need some cleaning bits, is the hydro uk stuff any good you see advertised all over facebook etc?

What bits do you need? Have a look at some Bilt Hamber stuff from pre-wash to the washing stage and beyond.

 

[Bint Box]

Got a new car just before christmas and need some cleaning bits, is the hydro uk stuff any good you see advertised all over facebook etc?

If you need a jet wash, the Karcher Outlet have a couple of decent deals at the moment.
Also B&Q were selling the AVA P50 for quite a good price.

I bought a Karcher K5 Power Control Refurb from their outlet, delivered yesterday, looks brand new and not a mark on it.

 

[utajoker]

If you need a jet wash, the Karcher Outlet have a couple of decent deals at the moment.
Also B&Q were selling the AVA P50 for quite a good price.

I bought a Karcher K5 Power Control Refurb from their outlet, delivered yesterday, looks brand new and not a mark on it.

i dont plan on washing it every week or spending hours doing it, just quick and easy.

i was looking at this bundle for £70.

What Is Included?

Hydro Spray Bottle
the perfect tool to help!
Hydro Pre 1L
pulls + lifts grime
Hydro Snow 1L
ph neutral + safe for all!
Hydro Shampoo 1L
super soapy + anti marring
Hydro Detail 500ML
no smear, just shine
Hydro Drying Towel
slap and drag, anti smear
Hydro Wash Mitt
great for your contact wash

What bits do you need? Have a look at some Bilt Hamber stuff from pre-wash to the washing stage and beyond.

ive got a bucket a wheel brush and a hose...

 

[Bint Box]

i dont plan on washing it every week or spending hours doing it, just quick and easy.

i was looking at this bundle for £70.

What Is Included?

Hydro Spray Bottle
the perfect tool to help!
Hydro Pre 1L
pulls + lifts grime
Hydro Snow 1L
ph neutral + safe for all!
Hydro Shampoo 1L
super soapy + anti marring
Hydro Detail 500ML
no smear, just shine
Hydro Drying Towel
slap and drag, anti smear
Hydro Wash Mitt
great for your contact wash


ive got a bucket a wheel brush and a hose...

You will be OK with that kit.

I bought the Karcher as i have a patio and a block paved drive that need cleaning now and again as well as the car.
If it was just for a car, I would go with the garden hose and a few other bits and bobs.

 

[jpaul]

yes I'm a fan of a spray bottle for pre-wash/touchless, got a matabi 7l sprayer and most of the time keep a solution of touchless in it,
ready to roll on the car(easy to manipulate lance into arches&wheels), or, a first today, did the bicycle and was just as effective
- ther pw foaming gun was a waste of money

 

[Mekrel]

i dont plan on washing it every week or spending hours doing it, just quick and easy.

i was looking at this bundle for £70.

What Is Included?

Hydro Spray Bottle
the perfect tool to help!
Hydro Pre 1L
pulls + lifts grime
Hydro Snow 1L
ph neutral + safe for all!
Hydro Shampoo 1L
super soapy + anti marring
Hydro Detail 500ML
no smear, just shine
Hydro Drying Towel
slap and drag, anti smear
Hydro Wash Mitt
great for your contact wash


ive got a bucket a wheel brush and a hose...

That seems expensive to me for what it is.

I've just added like for like products from other brands on in2Detailing and it came to £73 - but a lot of that cost is the IK sprayer and you can easily find cheaper sprayers on Amazon.

Other observations: You don't mention having a pressure washer, which I assume means you don't have a foam cannon. If you're planning on using a hose only, you won't need a snow foam as you'll need a pressure washer and foam cannon to get foam (unless you also get a hand pump foamer but that takes too long).

Therefore you could get away with just buying a good sprayable pre-wash and not having a snow foam on top of that (especially PH neutral snow foams, they're useless). HDD Road Rage, KKD Citrus or Labocosmetica Libera are good sprayable pre-wash es.