Today, here are a lot of people who are doing their own home improvement projects and revitalizing their own lawns and backyards. DIY projects can definitely save an individual a lot of money from the professional fees and payments. But when it comes to cars and vehicles, is DIY auto detailing a good idea?

Unless you are an auto detailer yourself or you have had training regarding the handling of powerful tools and equipment used in detailing, then the answer is no. When it comes to car care and detailing, it is always best to leave this job to the professionals.

Here are some dangers of detailing that car owners might be facing if they force to do this process by themselves.

  • The first hazard in detailing a car by yourself is actually related to your health. When you are dusting or buffing your vehicle exterior to get rid of the top layer, the materials and chemicals that are being let off by this simple process can affect your health such as dust, silica, aluminum oxide and isocyanates which are primarily found in the coating of the paint that you are sanding off.
  • In addition to hazards and dangers to one’s health, mobile auto detailing by yourself without appropriate training can also ruin your car exterior. One of the main goals of detailing is to bring back the original shine and beauty of the car. But if you do not know how to use the tools and equipment properly, you will end up creating bumps and inconsistencies in the car paint and exterior.
  • The use of unfamiliar equipment can lead to scratches in the paint which can be very expensive to fix.
  • There are certain detailing solutions that are corrosive especially those that are used in wheels. If they are not used correctly, they can damage the wheel and they can also harm the user.