Know-how for the perfect shine
Step-by-step how-tos and practical tips – from hand washing to freshly painted wheels.
The articles come from the work in our DEKRA-certified workshop: how to hand-wash without scratches, how to paint your own wheels and how to recognise good car care products. Each article lists the products it mentions.
We assign new articles to a topic – car care or Car & Wheel Repair – so that you can quickly find guides for your project. The glossary explains technical terms such as pot life, GSM or the lotus effect in a few sentences. New guides appear at irregular intervals – subscribe to the newsletter so you don't miss any.
Glossary: key terms from A to Z →Car & Wheel Repair
02 October 2026 · 7 min read
Scuffs on the rim flange can be fixed yourself with sandpaper, primer and 2K clear coat. We show you the process, the costs and when the wheel belongs in a workshop.
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02 October 2026 · 6 min read
2K clear coat in a can cures chemically and can only be used for a limited time once activated. Here's how to plan pot life, storage and the paint build-up.
Car & Wheel Repair
02 October 2026 · 8 min read
Blending paint goes onto the edge of the fresh clear coat at the very end of a spot repair and makes the transition to the old paint fade out invisibly. Here is how to use it correctly – including the difference to blending thinner and spot repair instructions.
Car & Wheel Repair
02 October 2026 · 6 min read
Matt, satin or gloss: the finish decides not only how your wheels look, but also how you care for and repair them. Gloss can be polished, matt cannot – find out which 2K clear coat suits you.
02 October 2026 · 6 min read
How to use snow foam properly as a pre-wash – with a foam lance on a pressure washer or a spray bottle, in the right order and at a self-service wash bay.
Car & Wheel Repair
02 October 2026 · 6 min read
Why car plastic turns grey, how to clean and refresh bumpers, trims and dashboards – weather-resistant outside, satin-matt inside – and where care reaches its limits.
02 October 2026 · 6 min read
How a glass sealant works, who it’s worth it for and how to create the lotus effect on your windscreen yourself – with preparation, application, wiper blades and workshop vs. DIY.
02 October 2026 · 5 min read
What temperature, which detergent, which programme? How to wash microfibre cloths for your car properly – without softener, separated by use and dried gently.
22 February 2026 · 5 min read
Car washing made easy – discover our step-by-step guide for gleaming results and long-lasting paint protection.
Car & Wheel Repair
22 February 2026 · 5 min read
Paint your wheels yourself like a pro: in this guide we show you step by step how to avoid typical mistakes and achieve perfect results with the right products.
08 February 2026 · 4 min read
Buying car care products online sounds simple – but order the wrong thing and you risk streaks, paint damage and frustration. Find out what to look out for when shopping online and how high-quality products from GLOSSDOC give you better results in the long run.
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