How to detail - the akarei way

How to reduce swirl & scratch marks 

One of the biggest frustrations for car owners is discovering faint swirl marks or hairline scratches on the paint after a wash. These marks usually come from improper techniques, dirty tools, or using the wrong products. The good news? With the right process, you can wash your car safely and keep your paintwork looking flawless.

 

At Akarei, we’ve designed our products to help enthusiasts and professionals detail with confidence. Below, we’ll walk you through the safest wash method, step by step.

We have summarised each step, for a more through guide please read our "How to detail - the Akarei way" guide!

One of the biggest frustrations for car owners is discovering faint swirl marks or hairline scratches on the paint after a wash. These marks usually come from improper techniques, dirty tools, or using the wrong products. The good news? With the right process, you can wash your car safely and keep your paintwork looking flawless.

 

At Akarei, we’ve designed our products to help enthusiasts and professionals detail with confidence. Below, we’ll walk you through the safest wash method, step by step.

We have summarised each step, for a more through guide please read our "How to detail - the Akarei way" guide

Step 1: pre - wash 
 Use yuki snow foam to remove loose dirt before touching the paint

Step 2: rinse
rinse off the pre-wash with your pressure washer

Step 3: contact wash
Wash with kumo shampoo using the two bucket methodd (we touch on this in detail in our "How to detail" Guide)

Step 4: drying
 Rinse, then dry with a plush towel or blower—use Sakura Quick Detailer for extra lubrication. 

Step 5: Protect
Finish with a Ceramic Sealant or wax of your choice to keep paint slick, glossy, and easier to clean next time. 
(Akarei Sealant & waxes coming soon)
 

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