The Three Steps That Separate a Real Detail From a Wash and Wax
1. Iron Decontamination
Iron decontamination uses a pH-balanced, iron-reactive spray, Premier uses Superior Products applied to the paint surface after washing. The chemistry in the decon solution reacts with iron deposits and dissolves them, turning the runoff a distinct purple color as the reaction occurs.
2. Clay Bar Treatment
After iron decontamination dissolves the metallic contamination, the clay bar removes everything else that remains bonded to the clear coat, road tar, tree sap residue, industrial fallout, and any remaining particulates. A clay bar is a pliable synthetic media that, when dragged across a lubricated paint surface, mechanically pulls bonded contaminants off the clear coat without scratching it.
The test for whether a car needs clay bar is simple: after washing and drying, run the back of your clean hand across the paint. If it feels rough or gritty, not slick, there is bonded contamination that washing did not remove.
3. Ceramic Sealant (Not Spray Wax)
Most standard exterior washes include a spray wax finish. Spray wax provides 4 to 8 weeks of surface protection under ideal conditions, significantly less in Kansas summer UV and heat.
The visible difference between a spray wax finish and Koch-Chemie Protector Wax is water behavior. On a spray wax surface, water sheets off and leaves spots.
One note on how I package these steps. My Full Premier Detail covers the hand wash and the Protector Wax. The iron decontamination and clay bar steps described above belong to the Premier Signature, my deepest exterior service. If your paint has not been decontaminated in a while, the Premier Signature is the one I recommend.
What Premier Includes in Every Full Premier Detail
Every Full Premier Detail includes a hand wash and Koch-Chemie Protector Wax as part of the base service, not as add-ons. When you want the full iron decon and clay bar treatment too, that is the Premier Signature, my deepest exterior service and the one I recommend for cars that have not been decontaminated in a while.
The exterior process in a Full Premier Detail:
- Rinseless wash with a rinseless wash concentrate (2 to 3 gallons distilled water)
- Koch-Chemie Protector Wax applied to all paint and trim surfaces
- Wheel and lug nut cleaning with dedicated brushes
- Tire dressing
- Streak-free exterior glass front and rear
The Premier Signature adds iron decontamination across every panel plus a clay bar treatment on all painted surfaces, then the same sealant on top. That is the deepest level of exterior protection I offer.
Pricing, Johnson County Exterior Car Detailing
| Service | Sedan | SUV / Truck |
|---|---|---|
| Full Premier Detail (exterior + interior) | $350 | $400 |
| Full Premier Detail + Engine Bay | $450 | $500 |
| Exterior Lot Service (rinseless wash, wheels, sealant) | $100 | |
Premier is fully mobile. No drive-off for an appointment, service happens at your driveway, office parking lot, or any location in Johnson County where the vehicle is parked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in an exterior car detail?
My Full Premier Detail includes a Multi Star pre-wash, a Quivr foam contact wash, wheel cleaning, and Koch-Chemie Protector Wax applied to the full exterior. If you want iron decontamination spray () and clay bar paint decontamination on top of that, that is the Premier Signature, my deepest exterior service.
How often should I get an exterior car detail in Kansas?
Twice per year is the standard recommendation for Johnson County drivers, once in spring to decontaminate after winter road salt season, and once in fall before the next salt season begins. The Protector Wax lasts 4 to 6 months.
Does exterior detailing include waxing?
Premier Detailing applies Koch-Chemie Protector Wax rather than traditional wax. Protector Wax bonds to the clear coat and provides longer-lasting water and contaminant repellency than traditional carnauba wax.