Category: Exterior Detailing

Gloved hand using a microfiber cloth to restore faded black trim along a car windshield edge at Carsmotology in Boerne, TX

The Secret to Restoring Old, Faded Black Trim (That Lasts in the Texas Sun)

Faded, gray black trim can be fully restored, not replaced. Here is how to bring it back to a deep, factory-matte finish that lasts in the Texas sun.

Jen from Carsmotology using a clay bar to decontaminate the paint on a black car

How to Use a Clay Bar (And Avoid These Common Mistakes)

If your paint feels rough even after washing, bonded contaminants are the culprit. Jen from Carsmotology explains exactly how to use a clay bar the right way, including which clay to choose, the correct technique, and the critical polish-and-protect step most people skip. Trusted by drivers in Boerne, San Antonio, and New Braunfels.

Detailer applying paint protection film to a brand-new vehicle

New Car? Here’s the Best Way to Protect the Paint Immediately

New car paint is extremely vulnerable in the first few months, especially in Texas heat and UV. Here’s the safest way to protect a brand-new vehicle—plus the exact steps drivers in Boerne, San Antonio, and New Braunfels should take as soon as they bring it home.