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What You Can Use to Clean the Inside of Your Car

You know that "old car smell?" Yeah, that's a sign you need to clean the inside of the car... using these nifty tools.

By Skunk UzekiPublished 6 years ago 4 min read
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Your car is the modern-day version of your stallion. It's your buddy that helps you travel from place to place. That's why car care is something that you should take pride in, especially if you own a fancy car. It makes your car last longer, you know.

The problem is that car care is one of those things that seems to be best left up to the pros—especially when it comes to car detailing. However, that doesn't stop plenty of people from picking up the best car detailing products they can buy and making their car exteriors look good as new.

That being said, car interiors require a different level of care than the outside. Finding good products to clean the inside of your car isn't easy. Here are some picks that can help you get that car funk out of your seats for good.

If you're looking to clean the inside of your car with ease, then you're going to have to take a look at all the parts of your door insides. Most car interiors have a decent amount of plastic parts and faux leather parts inside of them.

For those delicate surfaces, nothing quite beats Armor All's Cleaning Wipes. These wipes don't corrode gentle fabrics, but still pick up grease and grime where you have it. A single wipe is enough to restore freshness to a large portion of your dashboard. It's a must-have.

The vinyl in your car's interior is surprisingly delicate, and often needs a little extra care to keep its look intact. Meguiar's, one of the top names in car detailing, came out with a cleaner and conditioner that helps keep your vinyl looking sharp with just a spritz and a swipe of a paper towel.

What makes this conditioner so great is the added protection it gives your car interior from harmful UV rays and excessive heat. If you live in a high heat area, then this is definitely a must-have.

Turtle Wax is a name that's usually associated with products to clean your car's exterior, but don't be fooled by the reputation. They make some really awesome interior detailing products too. For drivers who have leather seats, their Luxe Leather Deep Cleaning Kit is one of the best out there.

Gentle as can be, this kit will remove scuffs, stains, and even the occasional discoloration without harming the your car interior.

Glass doesn't always get smudged from the outside, you know! If you want to clean the interior of your car like a professional, you will need to grab some spray to wipe away windows, rearview mirrors, the glass on your center console, and whatever other doodads need glass cleaned.

The best thing about this product is that it's as multi-use as it gets. You can use it on your car's exterior windows, your home's windows, and yes, mirrors in your bathroom too.

You know how crumbs and grit always seems to end up in floor mats, cup holders, and car seats? Try as you may, you just can't avoid the importance of vacuuming your car once in a while. If left alone, those crumbs will turn into a funky smell, or into mold.

If you want to clean the inside of your car, you will need to use a vacuum. You might as well get one that's sleek, strong, and lightweight enough to handle the tougher stuff.

Car Guys products are made for the gearhead in mind, but are so upholstery-friendly, they also work well at home. This particular cleaner spray is designed to help you clean up every part of your car, from plush upholstery to the steering wheel.

The bottle comes with an awesome microfiber towel that allows you to pick up grime effortlessly, without potentially damaging delicate parts of your car.

You might have a 303 in your bass kit, but do you have as a tool to clean the inside of your car? 303's UV Protectant Spray is one of the best car interior tools you can buy, primarily because it helps you prevent the need to clean your car interior again in the near future.

This spray restores color, keeps the sun from damaging your goods, and also helps repel dirt. Less work for you in the long term means you get the most out of your time.

If you're a driver on a budget, then you might as well enjoy the benefits of a cleaner that's strong but gentle enough for just about every surface in your car's interior and exterior. Armor All's Multipurpose Cleaner is a great option for people who just want to have a catch-all cleaning product.

Once you clean the inside of your car, you probably will want to keep it smelling as fresh as possible while you're on the road. One of the best car accessories that doesn't require a plug would be an air freshener—but not one of those awful-smelling trees you get from a car wash.

This beautiful and trendy essential oil diffuser lets you choose the scent, mix your favorite oils of choice, and also adds a nice touch of hippy flair to your car. What could be better?

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Skunk Uzeki

Skunk Uzeki is an androgynous pothead and a hard partier. When they aren't drinking and causing trouble, they're writing articles about the fun times they have.

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