What is car detailing?
Car detailing is a thorough process aimed at restoring, enhancing and protecting a vehicle's exterior to achieve a flawless finish. Unlike a standard wash or valet, detailing goes deeper, using machine polishing and high-quality ceramic coatings to refine the paintwork and give it lasting protection.
At Neu Car Detailing in Gloucester we specialise in exactly this, with the service tailored to what your particular car needs rather than a one-size-fits-all package.
What does car detailing include?
Step 1: Prep
The preparation process, known as decontamination, is what makes a flawless finish possible. We remove dirt, tar, iron particles and other contaminants from the surface using specialised products and techniques. Thoroughly cleaning and decontaminating the paintwork creates the perfect base for polishing and coating. Skip it, and you simply grind the contaminants in.
Step 2: Machine polishing
Machine polishing is the cornerstone of detailing, designed to remove imperfections such as swirl marks, light scratches and oxidation. Using professional-grade equipment and precise technique, we bring back the clarity, depth and gloss of the finish. Depending on the condition of the car this can be single-stage or multi-stage.
Step 3: Ceramic coating
Ceramic coating is the protection stage. It creates a hard, durable layer bonded to the paintwork, guarding against environmental damage, UV rays and minor scratches, while adding gloss and hydrophobic properties that make the car far easier to clean. As Angelwax Accredited Installers we use industry-leading coatings matched to the vehicle.
Our car detailing packages
We offer three car detailing packages, built around what your car actually needs:
- Enhancement Polish: from £350. A single stage machine polish finished with a 1 year ceramic coating. Ideal if you are selling the car, or just want a noticeably better finish without the full job.
- Ceramic Detail: from £545 (New car £545 · Used car £725). A 3 year Angelwax coating, with the polish matched to your car's condition: single stage for a nearly-new car, two stage to take swirls and scratches out of an older one.
- Full Correction: from £1,095. A complete transformation, to get as close to perfection as possible.
Every price is a starting point. Larger vehicles (SUVs, 4x4s and vans) are priced higher, and every car is quoted properly after a look.
Benefits of car detailing
Enhanced appearance
Detailing revitalises the paintwork, restoring depth and clarity for a showroom-like shine. From removing swirl marks to enhancing gloss, it makes the car look its absolute best.
Long-lasting protection
Ceramic coatings shield against environmental damage, UV rays and minor abrasions, preserving the finish and keeping the car looking newer for longer.
Ease of maintenance
Thanks to the hydrophobic properties of a coating, washing becomes faster and easier. Dirt and water slide off, cutting the time and effort of upkeep.
Increased resale value
A well-maintained exterior with protected paintwork boosts resale value, and makes a much better impression when it is time to sell.
Personal satisfaction
There is nothing quite like driving a car that looks as good as it performs. It is a genuinely nice thing to own.
How to look after a car that has been detailed and coated
Maintaining a detailed and ceramic-coated car is straightforward with the right routine. Proper maintenance keeps the coating effective and the car looking its best for years.
- Regular washing: every one to two weeks with a pH-neutral shampoo and the two-bucket method. Avoid automatic car washes, they will damage the coating.
- Drying: use a soft, clean microfibre towel or air-dry to prevent water spots.
- Avoid harsh chemicals: stick to gentle, ceramic-safe products. Abrasive cleaners degrade the coating.
- Decontamination: every few months, use a clay bar or iron remover to lift stubborn contaminants like tar and iron particles.
- Top-up protection: a ceramic coating topper every few months maintains the hydrophobic properties and gloss.
- Professional maintenance: book a check with us to refresh the coating and keep it performing.
Why choose Neu Car Detailing in Gloucester?
When it comes to detailing, precision and expertise matter. As trusted Angelwax Accredited Installers we use industry-leading products and techniques, and the attention to detail means your car does not just look incredible. It stays protected for years.
We are at Highfield Business Park on the A38, easily reached from Gloucester, Tewkesbury and Cheltenham.