Paint finishing: Tools, pads and chemicals – Part 1
There has been more new paint correction and protection technology introduced in the past 30 years than ever before.
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Detailing for newbies
What should new detailers focus on and, as important, not focus on?
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Detailing your services
Listening to customers and understanding what they are looking for.
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Partnering with auto dealers for profit
Carwash detailing departments can reap high profits by delivering
good work quickly and reliably.
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Selling need, not price
How to sell detailing services at the carwash.
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To detail or not to detail?
The difficult question facing many carwash operators is: Should they commit to a program of “professional detailing”?
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Express plus
The carwash concept of the future.
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How to price auto detail services
Don’t sell price; sell need and value.
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The evolution of express detailing
A look at how the carwash industry spurred innovation in the detailing market.
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Different types of carpet cleaning
“Keep Up” cleaning top of the pile and part of the pile itself.
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Restore headlights so they shine bright
Dull headlights can be dangerous. Give your customers clear headlights and earn more profits.
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The different types of carpet cleaning
As a professional, you must be aware of these three dimensions and should have the chemicals, equipment, procedures and knowledge to clean them efficiently (fast) and effectively (clean).
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