How Long Does a Car Wash Take?

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VonLola
07/29/25 9:16am
A car wash typically takes 15-30 minutes, with the duration varying based on the vehicle size and level of dirtiness. Below is a detailed introduction to the standard car wash process at a car wash shop: 1. Clean the floor mats: Remove the interior floor mats of the car and clean them thoroughly. 2. Wash the car body: Use a water gun to rinse the exterior of the car from top to bottom and from far to near, paying special attention to the areas around the tires and behind the wheels. 3. Apply foam: After the entire car is wet, use a foam detergent spray gun to apply foam all over the car, then wipe the entire car with a sponge or wool glove. Rinse off the detergent with a water gun. 4. Dry the water stains: Move the car to a relatively clean area, lay a pure cotton bath towel flat on both sides of the car with two people, and drag it from the front to the rear of the car, then from the rear to the front (to absorb most of the surface water droplets), drying the water stains. Use chamois leather to clean all the windows (both inside and out). 5. Clean the dashboard: Wipe the dashboard with dashboard wax.
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