Whats the best way to clean your whole interior??

my325xi · 04-21-2009, 02:12 PM

hey guys

the inside of my car is a mess. its a tan interior. its got dirt marks on the carpet and its just bananas. i was just wondering what the best way to clean it would be.

the only thing i can think of is an interior shampoo but i know thats not gonna do it

ive heard of something like iodizing it? i dont know if thats correct.

thanks in advance

FiveSouth · 04-21-2009, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by my325xi

hey guys

the inside of my car is a mess. its a tan interior. its got dirt marks on the carpet and its just bananas. i was just wondering what the best way to clean it would be.

the only thing i can think of is an interior shampoo but i know thats not gonna do it

ive heard of something like iodizing it? i dont know if thats correct.

thanks in advance

You would probably save a lot of time and money by having it done professionally. To really get it done right you would need to have a commercial extractor, steamer and a lot of cleaners.
If you want to try it yourself though, I'd recommend this route:
Vacuum it out very thoughroly.
Buy a Bissell Little Green Steam Machine and use this on all your carpet.
Use a good vinyl/plastic cleaner on all the trim. I like Meguiar's M40.
If you have leather, I like Leatherique. If Vinyl, use the same M40 that you can use on the trim. It's versatile.
Get a couple paint brushes and use them to clean out all the nooks and crannies.

I think that's a good place to start. It will take hours, but it should look pretty good when you're done.

Innovative Detailing · 04-21-2009, 03:34 PM

I would recommend the following for a nice Interior spring clean up......

1) Remove, bag or sort all loose objects from the vehicle, ie door pockets and any storage areas...

2) Remove floor mats and thoroughly vacuum.

3) Thoroughly vacuum all carpeting area for debris.

4) Split the interior into 1/4's, Drivers area, left rear, Passenger area, right rear. I like to work in a counter clockwise method

5) Starting with the Drivers area first, clean and dust from top to bottom knocking down any loose dirt. I like using a large 24 x 16 Micro fiber towel, using water or a good APC (All purpose cleaner should be mixed accordingly) Meguiars APC is what we use...wring it out so the cloth is damp....

Wipe the seats down, door panels, headliner, seat rails, foot pedals and all the nooks and cranny's using a pastry brush or paint brush and Q-tips for vents and small areas.

6) After you have wiped down all of the interior, proceed with the carpets and mats. Using the APC, lightly mist the mats, brush, towel dry and then a final vac. Do the same for the carpets, Stay away from extractors they tend to leave a musty smell inside the vehicle.

7) Treat all leather and vinyl as a last step followed by using a QD for the nav screen, wood or carbon fiber accents.We would do the glass last for that ultimate sparkle!

I have included some photos to illustrate the tasks invloved........

Dave @ Innovative Detailing

UncleWede · 04-21-2009, 05:19 PM

Carpets only: a good vacuum, and then see if you can get a hold of the small bottle of Chem-dry. It's a carbonated cleaner, bubbles the dirt to the surface, then you wipe it away with a towel. Dries in no time since you don't get it all that wet to begin with.

LOW2000 · 04-21-2009, 06:17 PM

Folex works well for the stains in carpet. Spray it on, then blot with a clean white terrycloth towel per the instructions.

I've noticed that HomeDepot has started carrying Folex (big white spray bottle with purple writing) in the cleaning supplies section.

jopa489 · 04-21-2009, 06:36 PM

Dave's advice above is very good. Just don't put any cleaners on the steering wheel - you don't want to make that a glossy, slippery surface. Unless someone makes a product that doesn't make it slippery now?

my325xi · 04-21-2009, 06:53 PM

you guys are amazing...thanks so much

but is there a service i can go to a detailer or somewhere to ask for?i really dont think i would have the time or patience for this lol

Innovative Detailing · 04-21-2009, 07:33 PM

Here is a list of detailers that I have in my network in N.Y.

Business Name Telephone Email Address Web Address

Gia's Mobile Detailing of LI Inc. (631)473-1217 Email See Our Services
New York Extreme Services (718)738-4692 Email See Our Services

Business Name Telephone Email Address Web Address

Detailing Solutions (516)285-5028 Email Website
Dri Wash Solutions (888) DRI-WASH Email Website
Executive Details (914)469-3577 Email Website
EFX Detailing (515) 593-0978 Email NA
Fine Detailing (315) 298-7033 or (315) 593-9824 NA NA
Hands On Mobile Detailing (914)907-3249 Email NA
HP Mobile Auto Detailing (631)882-5306 Email Website
Inside & Out Professional Car Care Inc. (800)370-9746 Email NA
L&M MOBILE AUTO SPA (631)226-0141 Email Website
Perfection Auto (716) 913-1173 NA Website
Precision Auto Detail (716)632-9280 Email Website
Reflection Perfection (845)416-7383 Email Website
Visual Pefection (516)536-4951 Email NA

Hope this works for you........ I have heard a bit about Gias, might want to look into them. Regardless of who you use, get references or even look at www.citysearch.com in your area for reviews from other people

Dave @ Innovative Detailing

P.S. It look and sounds more complex than what it is, but once you get the hang of it, maintaining you interior can be a breeze!

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my325xi my325xi 8 Rep 161 Posts Drives: 2009 Montego Blue 328i e92 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Queens, NYC iTrader: (0)	Whats the best way to clean your whole interior?? hey guys the inside of my car is a mess. its a tan interior. its got dirt marks on the carpet and its just bananas. i was just wondering what the best way to clean it would be. the only thing i can think of is an interior shampoo but i know thats not gonna do it ive heard of something like iodizing it? i dont know if thats correct. thanks in advance
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Innovative Detailing Second Lieutenant 18 Rep 236 Posts Drives: 08 M3, 06 Denali, 53Ford F100 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Orange County iTrader: (0)	I would recommend the following for a nice Interior spring clean up...... 1) Remove, bag or sort all loose objects from the vehicle, ie door pockets and any storage areas... 2) Remove floor mats and thoroughly vacuum. 3) Thoroughly vacuum all carpeting area for debris. 4) Split the interior into 1/4's, Drivers area, left rear, Passenger area, right rear. I like to work in a counter clockwise method 5) Starting with the Drivers area first, clean and dust from top to bottom knocking down any loose dirt. I like using a large 24 x 16 Micro fiber towel, using water or a good APC (All purpose cleaner should be mixed accordingly) Meguiars APC is what we use...wring it out so the cloth is damp.... Wipe the seats down, door panels, headliner, seat rails, foot pedals and all the nooks and cranny's using a pastry brush or paint brush and Q-tips for vents and small areas. 6) After you have wiped down all of the interior, proceed with the carpets and mats. Using the APC, lightly mist the mats, brush, towel dry and then a final vac. Do the same for the carpets, Stay away from extractors they tend to leave a musty smell inside the vehicle. 7) Treat all leather and vinyl as a last step followed by using a QD for the nav screen, wood or carbon fiber accents.We would do the glass last for that ultimate sparkle! I have included some photos to illustrate the tasks invloved........ Dave @ Innovative Detailing Attached Images Last edited by Innovative Detailing; 04-21-2009 at 05:24 PM..
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UncleWede Long Time Admirer, First Time Owner 18683 Rep 9,445 Posts Drives: G01 X3 M40i Dark Graphite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Oxnard, CA iTrader: (0)	Carpets only: a good vacuum, and then see if you can get a hold of the small bottle of Chem-dry. It's a carbonated cleaner, bubbles the dirt to the surface, then you wipe it away with a towel. Dries in no time since you don't get it all that wet to begin with.
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LOW2000 Private First Class 3 Rep 120 Posts Drives: 00 Silverado 08 G35S 62 CJ5 Join Date: May 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Folex works well for the stains in carpet. Spray it on, then blot with a clean white terrycloth towel per the instructions. I've noticed that HomeDepot has started carrying Folex (big white spray bottle with purple writing) in the cleaning supplies section.
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jopa489 Major General 127 Rep 6,594 Posts Drives: Anything with Wheels Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA iTrader: (9)	Dave's advice above is very good. Just don't put any cleaners on the steering wheel - you don't want to make that a glossy, slippery surface. Unless someone makes a product that doesn't make it slippery now? __________________ X7 LCI // Incoming C7 ZR1 ZTK // Sebring + TRX // Hydro + Raptor Gen1 Roush // Tuxedo
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my325xi my325xi 8 Rep 161 Posts Drives: 2009 Montego Blue 328i e92 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Queens, NYC iTrader: (0)	you guys are amazing...thanks so much but is there a service i can go to a detailer or somewhere to ask for?i really dont think i would have the time or patience for this lol
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04-21-2009, 07:33 PM	#8
Innovative Detailing Second Lieutenant 18 Rep 236 Posts Drives: 08 M3, 06 Denali, 53Ford F100 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Orange County iTrader: (0)	Here is a list of detailers that I have in my network in N.Y. Business Name Telephone Email Address Web Address Gia's Mobile Detailing of LI Inc. (631)473-1217 Email See Our Services New York Extreme Services (718)738-4692 Email See Our Services Business Name Telephone Email Address Web Address Detailing Solutions (516)285-5028 Email Website Dri Wash Solutions (888) DRI-WASH Email Website Executive Details (914)469-3577 Email Website EFX Detailing (515) 593-0978 Email NA Fine Detailing (315) 298-7033 or (315) 593-9824 NA NA Hands On Mobile Detailing (914)907-3249 Email NA HP Mobile Auto Detailing (631)882-5306 Email Website Inside & Out Professional Car Care Inc. (800)370-9746 Email NA L&M MOBILE AUTO SPA (631)226-0141 Email Website Perfection Auto (716) 913-1173 NA Website Precision Auto Detail (716)632-9280 Email Website Reflection Perfection (845)416-7383 Email Website Visual Pefection (516)536-4951 Email NA Hope this works for you........ I have heard a bit about Gias, might want to look into them. Regardless of who you use, get references or even look at www.citysearch.com in your area for reviews from other people Dave @ Innovative Detailing P.S. It look and sounds more complex than what it is, but once you get the hang of it, maintaining you interior can be a breeze!
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