Frequently Asked Questions

Find all the answers you need below.

Why is detailing a necessity?

Your car accumulates numerous particles that can harm the finish. Pollutants, mid, salt, dirt, sand, bugs, tar, rain, sun, etc. are extremely harmful to the paint. Detailing leaves microscopic layers of find wax particles that provide a deep shine and forming a clear chemical bond that protects the paint and its original clear coat. Detailing guarantees longevity to the paint and retains the value of the vehicle. Professional detailing is not just a luxury, it’s an investment that has become a necessity.

What is the difference between detailing and washing?

Washing removes loose contaminants, dirt, and grime. Detailing removes blemishes, oxidation, and etching marks that are caused when contaminants penetrate the surface. Rub your hand across an upper surface. If it’s rough, you need to detail your car. It prevents the paint and its clear cost from deteriorating. Retain the value of your car. Have it detailed by one of our technicians this week.

What is a Ceramic Coating?

Ceramic Coating is a liquid polymer that is applied by hand to the exterior of a vehicle. The coating chemically bonds with the vehicle’s factory paint, creating a layer of protection. With proper maintenance Ceramic coating will keep your car looking new for 1 to 5 years

What is paint correction?

Paint Correction ist he process of removing (leveling) imperfections in the surface of the paint.These imperfections include but are not limited to, swirl marks or “spider webbing”, fine scratches, water spots, bird dropping etching, holograming marks etc.

What is snow foam wash?

Snow foam is an essential pre-wash, improving car wash results and keeping your finish brighter for a longer time. As a pre-wash, snow foam lifts dirt and floats it away without rubbing it into the finish. Snow foam detergents encapsulate road grime, dirt, dust, and pollen, lifting it away from the surface of your vehicle.

How often should I wash my car?

As often as practical. Most enthusiasts wash their vehicles at least once a week. At Sago Detail, we are ready to service your car as often as you need.

What is clay treatment?

Clay treatment is used to remove embedded contaminants from painted surfaces. With today’s soft paints, any contaminants that sit on your paint can quickly become embedded. These contaminants aren’t easily removed, even by washing or waxing.

What is the difference between waxing and polishing?

Polishing is designed to bring out the gloss. Waxing is for protection. Polishing is what makes the wet-look, deep gloss possible, especially effective on dark-colored cars.

How often do I need to wax or polish my car?

It depends on the environmental elements your car typically endures. If your vehicle is kept garaged on a daily basis, then a polish or wax can last four to six months. If your car is kept outdoors under harsh conditions, then it will need to be waxed as often as once a month. As a general rule of thumb, we recommend that a light colored car be polished and waxed at least every 6 months. Dark colored cars on the other hand, will usually require more frequent and specialized attention.

Can I wax to often?

Today’s paints are softer and thinner than previous years. In other words, you can never wax too often – just as long as the plastic or rubber part of the car does not get any waxes on them.

What are swirl marks?

Swirl marks are actually microscopic scratches in the finish. They are essentially scratches that have been put into the top layer of the paint. These scratches then act as tiny prisms, bending the light and creating a dull rainbow effect. These are often caused by the use of a buffer with the wrong type of polishing pad and/or wax/polish. Automatic car washes also can cause swirls, especially on clear coat paints.

What is paint oxidation?

The sun dries out top paint layers and natural oils are lost. If these oils aren’t replaced, the paint oxidizes and the surface gradually becomes duller and duller. Today’s clear coat finishes look faded whenever the surface becomes contaminated by airborne pollution, acid rain, industrial fallout, and countless other factors. If the contamination isn’t removed frequently, it reduces the reflective quality of the finish until it looks dull and lifeless. If the contamination is left on the car for some time, it can begin to etch into the thin clear coat paint layer and expose the base coat to direct UV rays and even greater damage. Once the clear coat protection is gone, the car usually requires costly repainting.

What are water spots?

Water Spots derive from several sources: car wash, sprinkler system, acid rain, etc. The good news is that all water spots are restorable if they were contaminated recently. However, if left on your car for some time, it can damage the clear coat and cut through the paint. A waxed and sealed car has a better chance of repelling water spots. Though, it is not a permanent solution.

What is overspray?

There are many different types of overspray: paint, road tar, tree saps, epoxies, urethanes, asphalt, concrete, industrial fallout, and other chemical contaminants. These are airborne emissions created by many sources. Regardless how your car got exposed to the contaminants, timing is the determination factor of the recovery. It tells us whether or not the overspray is removable. If the overspray is recent, we can safely remove the contaminants and restore the structural integrity of the finish. In some cases, the overspray may have already penetrated into the clear coat. At which point, repainting may be necessary.