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Gtechniq Release C1.5 Silo Seal

Smart Surface Science strikes again with the release of Gtechniq’s new C1.5 Silo Seal quick detailer. Gtechniq has now revamped C1 to become C1 Crystal Lacquer + where the ‘+’ means ‘plus C1.5’, so C1 is now supplied with Silo Seal as top up coating for C1 Crystal Lacquer. Silo (pronounced see-low) Seal can also be used […]

Jez GilmanMarch 16, 2012Car Care, Detailing, IntroducingC1 Crystal Lacquer, C1.5 Silo Seal, C5 Alloy Wheel Armour, Gtechniq

McLaren MP4-12C receives a ‘New Car Protection Detail’

A long-standing UF customer collected his brand new McLaren MP4-12C recently and within hours had brought it to the Ultimate Detailing Studio for a New Car Protection detail. A close inspection of the silver metallic paintwork revealed DA (Dual Action Machine Polisher) marks, fine surface swirls and holograms; surprising given McLaren’s reputation for attention to […]

Sarah Marsh-CollingsMarch 9, 2012Car Care, Detailing, Machine Polishing, New Car ProtectionGtechniq C1 Crystal Lacquer, Gtechniq C5 Alloy Wheel Armour, Gtechniq G1 Clear Vision, Swissvax Crystal Rock, UF Studio

Meguiar’s Photo Shoot At The ‘Ultimate Detailing Studio’

Meguiar’s adverts and calendars are a familiar sight in magazines, workshops, garages and offices around the world. The theme is always the same – images of smiling, happy people who are all absolutely passionate about their cars! There’s usually an interesting story behind the picture too. We got to find out more about the Meguiars […]

Sarah Marsh-CollingsMarch 2, 2012Car CareMeguiars, UF Studio

Auto Finesse Joins The Ultimate Finish Portfolio

Auto Finesse has been involved in the detailing scene for a number of years now, having started out as a mobile valeting service. Years of experience have given them the ideal opportunity to work out what makes a good product – and they’ve designed their own range. The Art of Detailing – is how Auto […]

Jez GilmanMarch 2, 2012Car Care, Detailing, IntroducingBilt-Hamber, Desire, Dodo Juice, Gtechniq, R222, Soul, Swissvax, Zaino

Ultimate Finish Customer Loyalty Scheme – Why Pay More?

At Ultimate Finish we think it’s important to give customers value, so we’ve set up a Customer Loyalty Scheme to let you know that your loyalty is really appreciated. The scheme, unique to Ultimate Finish works on a simple premise – the more you spend, the higher the level of discount you receive. The scheme has […]

Jez GilmanFebruary 25, 2012Car Care, Car Covers, Detailing, Machine Polishing3M, Accumate, Aqua Gleam, Auto Smart, Bilt-Hamber, CTEK, Customer Loyalty Scheme, DAS6 Power Plus, Dehumidifiers, G22 v2, G220 v2, Gift Certificates, Jet Ski Covers, Meguiars DA Microfibre System, Michelin, Optimate, Paint Depth Gauges, UF Studio, Ultimate Finish, Valet Pro, Zaino

Total BMW Talk ‘Wheel Protection’ With Ultimate Finish

Wheels can make or break the look of a car and people who love to keep their cars looking great all have the same issue: getting wheels clean and keeping them that way! Winter driving is particularly hard on wheels where salt and grit added to the roads to combat icy conditions combine with the […]

Sarah Marsh-CollingsFebruary 10, 2012Car CareAutobahn Wheel Wax, Autoglym Alloy Wheel Seal, BMW, C5 Alloy Wheel Armour, Captain Crevice Wheel Mitt, Clear Seal, Gtechniq, Meguiars NXT Car Wash, Poorboys Wheel Sealant, Swissvax, UF Studio, Zaino

A Hands On Guide To Machine Polishing with Total BMW

These days machine polishing is not just for the professional detailer – many amateur enthusiasts are using it to improve the appearance of their vehicle without having to pay someone “in the know” to come in and do it for them. Total BMW Editor, Adam Tait decided it was time to de-mystify the world of […]

Jez GilmanFebruary 4, 2012Machine Polishing#105 Ultra Cut Compound, #205 Ultra Finishing Polish, 3M blue tape, BMW, Dodo Juice, Hard Candy, Lime Prime, Meguiars, Meguiars G220 V2, Soft Buff 2.0 Cutting Pad, Soft Buff 2.0 Polishing Pad, UF Studio

Total BMW Give The Thumbs Up To Ultimate Snow Foam

Non-contact, pre-wash cleaners have seen a rise in popularity as people become increasingly aware of the potential for damaging paintwork, even when hand-washing a car! Total BMW paid a visit to the Ultimate Detailing Studio to get to grips with lances and the principles behind Ultimate Snow Foam. Ultimate Snow Foam is a high foaming […]

Jez GilmanFebruary 3, 2012Car CareGilmour Foamaster II Gun, Karcher K Series foam lance, UF Studio, Ultimate Snow Foam

A Guide To Detailing – Total BMW Magazine Teams Up With UF

Total BMW Magazine recently collaborated with Ultimate Finish on a series of articles surrounding car detailing. Editor, Adam Tait, spent some time in our Ultimate Detailing Studio talking to Master Detailer, Rob Tomlin about how his readers could revive their BMW paintwork and bring back the showroom shine. Keen to make the article accessible to […]

Sarah Marsh-CollingsJanuary 31, 2012Car Care, DetailingCaptain Crevice Wheel Mitt, Dodo Juice, Hard Candy, Large Sash Brush, Meguiars, Meguiars Deep Crystal Step 2, NXT Car Wash, R222 Special Performance Gel Wheel Cleaner, Swissvax Waschpudel, UF Studio, Ultimate Snow Foam, Ultimate Snow Foam Kit, Valet Pro, Yellow Poly Clay

Satin Matt Paintwork – How Hard Can It Be?

Satin or matt paintwork has been in vogue for some years amongst the custom car scene. Designed to permanently look dull opting for this paint job provided a perfect excuse not to wash, polish and wax your vehicle. Added to that, using regular car shampoos would stain it, using a polish would ruin it and […]

Sarah Marsh-CollingsJanuary 18, 2012Car CareSwissvax Car Bath Opaque, Swissvax Discovery Kit, Swissvax Opaque range, Swissvax Opaque Wax, Swissvax Pre-Cleaner Opaque, Swissvax Quick Finish Opaque