This will result in your car losing its shine and looking drab even before it actually gets old. Dressing up the car is fun and can bring additional glamour to it. But do you know that some of the decorative items and fun things you indulge in are actually ruining the car paint? 

Yes! Don’t wonder what they are. Read the blog to know which items are dangerous for the car paint and how you can protect the car’s exteriors from being all kinds of harmful substances. 

Washable Paint and Markers 

It might seem fun to use washable paint and markers on the car to draw something. But even the washable paint can cause some car paint to become coarse and discolor, especially when exposed to sunlight.

Permagard’s Reactive Polymer Protection Technology safeguards the car paint from such dangers. 

• It provides all-around protection for car paint
• It uses a corrosion protection mechanism 
• The paint protection is hydrophobic
• It is created using eco-friendly and biodegradable components  
• It provides a high gloss finish 
• Permagard’s Paint Protection is easy to clean and maintain 

Do you Know?
Writing on the dust coat on a car can cause scratches on the paint. Ever thought of it before? It’s a common joke to write something or draw a silly smile on a dusty car. But dust is rough as sandpaper and will etch the design on the car paint.

Coffee

Coffee and the sugar in it will harm the car paint by eating through the layers. Similar to eggs, coffee also has high acidic levels and can seep through the wax coating. If you are used to placing your coffee cup on the car’s roof on the bonnet, stop doing it immediately. 

Eggs 

Splattering someone’s car with an egg might be fun, but it can harm the car paint in more ways than one. The acidic nature of the egg eats away the car paint and gets baked into the pores of the surface. If you leave it long, a single egg can seep into the layers of the car paint and cause permanent damage. 

Interesting fact: Even wax coating is not immune to eggs.

You need something more powerful like Permagard’s Paint Protection that doesn’t let harmful particles spread across the surface. 

Permagard will stand as a barrier between the egg and the car paint until you wipe it away. 

Automatic Sprinklers 

Automatic sprinklers sure can be a fun way to spray water on the car. However, you need to stay as far as possible from them. Spraying water on car paint that has been exposed to sunlight and is nice and hot will cause water spots on the paint. 

The water spots can permanently settle into the car paint and cause discoloration. Even the most useful item on this earth- water, can be harmful to the car paint if you are not careful. 

Permagard’s Car Paint Protection is hydrophobic. It doesn’t let water particles get through the reactive polymer coating that covers the car paint. 

Dirty Cloth

Cleaning your car with any cloth your find is absolutely not okay. And if you haven’t washed it for a while or if it looks stained and dirty, don’t even think of wiping the car’s surface with it.

Anything other than the microfiber cloth will cause harm to car paint. It will create minute scratches on the surface and damage the car paint. You may not see the scratches, but they will be there. And the scratches will grow bigger and deeper as time passes.

Permagard’s microfiber cloth is:

• Super soft
• Has no edges to harm the car paint
• Provides better cleaning than paper towels
• Picks up dirt, tiny stones, and liquids from the care surface
• Can be put to use multiple times before it needs washing

Bird Droppings

Bird droppings are one of the most common and annoying things, aren’t they? The worst part is that they are out of our control. We cannot do much except clean the car afterward. Do you know that bird droppings are dangerous for car paint?

The poop contains Uric acid, which is corrosive and can harm the car paint. It can even damage car wax and seep through its barrier to harm the car paint.

You need something stronger and reliable like Permagard’s reactive polymer technology to prevent bird dropping from reaching the car paint. Permagard’s paint protection will form an unbreakable barrier between the poop and the car paint, not allowing it to spread over the surface.

Fuel Spills

Brake fluid is liquid gold for your car engine, but it is dangerous for your car paint. The fluid will eat away the paint before you know what had happened. The only saving grace here is that brake fluid is easy to wipe off with a paper towel.

Also Read : Don’t Ignore These Tips for Cleaning Your Car at Home

But if you want to be sure that it doesn’t cause the least bit of harm to the car, use Permagard’s microfiber towel. Make sure to wash the car with car shampoo to remove all traces of brake fluid.

Permagard’s paint protection uses reactive polymer technology that prevents the fluid droplets from spreading over the surface. It stands as a protective layer between the car paint and the brake fluid to keep your car’s exterior safe from such dangerous attacks.

Fact: Brake fluid contains glycol that has a dual action mechanism that makes it efficient at attacking coatings. Infact, the chemical works like an aggressive solvent on car paint!!

Conclusion 

Apart from the items mentioned above, the inflammable fluids are also not suitable for car paint. Petrol is one such example. Don’t let these liquids anywhere near the car exterior. It’s risky for the car paint and can also result in explosions.

For everything else, there is Permagard’s Paint Protection. Be it UV rays, salt, acid rain, bird droppings, pollution, or just about anything, Permagard’s Paint Protection prevents it from reaching the car paint and damaging it. 

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A new car in the showroom glitters and shimmers, attracting all your attention. But once you bring your car onto the road, it doesn’t take long for the shine to wear off. Before you realize it, your car will start to look old, even if it is still new. That doesn’t sound good, right?

How Car Paint Gets Damaged

How does the car paint end up dull, faded, and lifeless? Why does it happen when you are taking good care of your car? 

Below are some of the main factors that affect the beauty of our car’s exterior.  

Sunlight plays a major spoilsport. Oh, yes. How often have you left your car outside for hours at a stretch? The UV rays from the sunlight start to work their way into the car paint and weaken it. 

Pollution is another vital factor. Whether you are driving for hours in traffic or simply parking your car where vehicular fumes are common, your car paint is getting exposed to all sorts of chemical releases. That is hardly going to do it any good, right? 

Changing climatic conditions are also a reason. Yep. When seasons change, the temperatures change. And this affects the car paint in a bad way. 

Stains and dirt do their bit. Muddy roads, dirt, dust, rainwater, oils, grease, etc., can stain the car paint. When you exert pressure to wash off the tough stains, you remove a layer of paint with the stain. This will make your car look patchy and old. 

Cuts, nicks, and scratches cannot be avoided. You might be extremely alert while driving your car, but there is no guarantee that the others will do the same. Your car could end up with a nasty scratch without your fault. Ouch, right?

Need For Paint Protection

With so many things competing to harm your car paint, is there any reason to avoid going for paint protection? We think not. Car paint protection, in simple terms, is applying a protective coating over the car’s exterior. This will act as a shield to save the car paint from being harmed. The transparent protective coating will increase the lifespan of the car paint and make sure that the paint doesn’t lose its initial brightness. 

Of course, for that to happen, you will need to get paint protection immediately after you buy your car. 

So, does that mean you can’t get your old car paint protected? You sure can. Just talk to the service provider. 

We can see that you have another important question here. What kind of paint protection should you choose? Wax, ceramic, or polymer?

Also Read : Do You Really Need Paint Protection for Your Car?

A reactive polymer coating uses chemical bonding technology/ defence mechanism that repels pollutants, dirt, and dust while preventing the UV rays from reaching the paint. It also protects the paint from the scratches and marks by standing in the way. The reactive polymer coating is safe to use doesn’t cause any health hazards either.  

Permagard for Car Paint Protection

It is clear that reactive polymer painting is the best option for car paint protection. But where and how should you get it done? 

Permagard has recently started its operations in India and has been offering reactive polymer coating for paint protection to keep your car’s exterior safe, shiny, and new. You only need to get the polymer coating applied once. 

The company offers maintenance programs to customers and a warranty of 5 years to customers who sign up for the annual maintenance programs. The technicians from Permagard will deep clean the polymer coating and apply a fresh round of coat if you have got the car painted in any area. 

Is it going to be costly? No. Permagard’s polymer coating doesn’t like water, nor does it attract chemicals. It doesn’t need to be cleaned using harsh methods. Remember that Permagard is not wax or ceramic coating. It is a reactive polymer coating and doesn’t need regular waxing or polishing. It is easy to clean and maintain. So, naturally, over time, you will be spending fewer amounts on maintenance. 

Conclusion

Living in a world with pollution, harsh sunlight, and dangers, you definitely need paint protection for your car. So, you want for your car to look like it’s been through a hurricane, right? Visit Permgard’s service centers or check out the website for more information about reactive polymer coating for car paint protection.

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Protect your car from rains with super helpful Car Care Tips for Monsoon and enjoy a superior performance

July 6, 2020: An all new monsoon season is at our doorstep and we have to be extra prepared in these times, when all that we care for is our –

HEALTH, HYGIENE AND SAFETY.

Several Indian states have already witnessed the first rain showers of this season and people are delighted to have gained respite from the summer heats.

 FYI: Monsoon Season in India starts from June and bids farewell by September.

And we happily admit that we Indians love to relish over hot Samosas and Pakoras during this season that sets the scene right for our cravings for delicious hot dishes.

While there are plenty of reasons to celebrate the onset of monsoon in India, at the same time we should also be prepared for the impact of rains on our surroundings and surfaces.

You maintain pretty good cleanliness for your homes. But what about your cars?

Well they also need extra Car Care and love from you especially during the monsoon.

And how to do that sounds an obvious question.

HERE’S THE ANSWER

Permagard India has collated the most important Monsoon Tips for Car Care. This Smart Guide helps you to score more to ensure high performance and good Car Maintenance in Monsoons.

All set ?

Let’s Go. Vrooooom.

FIRST CLASS PROTECTION. FIRST CLASS PERFORMANCE.

A smart guide to ensure your car performs better even during monsoon

Your car gets parked at numerous places.

The parking lot of your building, under that tin shade, under the shade of trees, under that canopy and even in open spaces.

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It’s during monsoons that your car bears the brunt of rains that bring a lot of unfavorable particles on the car interior and exterior surfaces of your car.

Now, your car needs extra protection as there are high chances these surfaces will

• Receive unwanted marks,

• Suffer from corrosion and even

• Go through wear and tear from these rains

Following are the Prime issues and there easy solutions

1. Car Paint Protection

At first glance, it looks so good that your car is getting washed by the rains.

But the truth is, rainwater itself is contaminated.

The water drops get mixed with airborne particles and dust, turning the rains into acid rains. This harmful mix up is although not visible, but as soon as the rain stops, these droplets start getting deep onto the surface.

And when the surface gets dried by the moisture of air or even a partial sunlight, then these contaminants start their work. They:

• Damage your car’s paint

• Reduce the shine of car’s body

• Scars and Spots emerge

Even more happens, while you are driving.

The mud and grime that gets thrown on the exterior while driving through water clogged areas, are prime things that directly impact the doors and the metal body exposed outside. When left unattended, these mud spots may even start corrosion of the car’s body.

Easy Solution:

• We recommend you to apply a globally recommended and approved RPT based world class exterior paint protection product by Permagard India. Tested in extreme condition it saves the car’s exterior from corrosion and repels airborne contaminants.

• Please don’t use car cover during rainy seasons when you are parking in the open. These covers get stuck to the car coating and may even damage the car paint and body

• Whenever leaving for work in your car, its beneficial to clean your car with a soft cloth that removes the dust and dirt from the car’s body

Also Read What is car paint protection and is it worth it?

2. Car Floor Mat

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It’s all about your feet.

Be it your shoes, or sandals, or slippers. The dirt gets stuck on wet and muddy shoes and the moment you step in the car your shoes rest on the floor carpet laid below your feet.

Simply saying, water and dirt:

• Damage the carpets and flooring of your car cabin

• Cause foul smell inside

• Gives space to germs and bacteria

Easy Solution:

• Use Old Newspapers. Spread these newspapers on the floor above the mat. Newspapers absorb water very quickly and are cheap to buy too. And replace these newspapers every week.

• It is advisable to use fabric mats in place of rubber mats, during the rainy season.

3. Car Cabin

Your car cabin is the home of your car where you spend a good amount of time.

You stop at the traffic signal and there are toxic fumes getting in. And even you are accompanied by your family and friends for a journey during which time you carry a lot of your objects.

During monsoon, the interiors of your car are also equally exposed to moisture, water and germs.

It happens while you enter your car with wet clothes and you also use the dashboard and seats to put belongings that are drenched due to rain. This causes:

• High Level of Moisture

• Foul Smell of belongings

• Germ Build up in the air you breathe inside your car

• Bacteria on Steering wheel

• Common cold and flu to the driver and people inside

• Eye irritation and skin irritation due to growth of mold and mildew inside the car

Easy Solution:

• Use a strong Antimicrobial Shield, like that of Permagard. This protective shield is capable of pushing out 800 microscopic organisms. Even better, it eradicates viruses and bacteria with 99.99% efficiency. Plus, it fights against SARS based viruses too. This ultra strong protective car coating lasts long.

• Put a cover on the belongings you carry in the car. Having objects covered up, protects the interiors from getting moisture and foul smell.

• Clean your interior cabin once every week. Major focus should be given on the dashboard, seats, steering wheel, etc.

• Cover your seats with towels, as these soak up the wetness that’s there on your clothes.

Also Read – Antimicrobial Shield – A DIY (Do it yourself) Product

4. Wipers and Washers

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Wiper blades of cars get onto a nonstop duty during monsoons.

The windshield of a car gets a high amount of flowing water, dust particles, tree leaves, etc. during rains. And to its rescue are the wipers and washers deployed at the front.

The rubber lining of wiper blades wears away with time and use, and the washers that work in sync are supplied the fluid by the wiper washer bottle. The role of wiper washer bottle is equally important to ensure that the driver gains a spotless view of the windshield glass.

Frequent accidents and injuries during monsoon take place majorly because of blurred line of sight and the fog that gets formed on the windshield.

Easy Solution:

• Add a small quantity of mild detergent or soap solution along with water, in the wiper washer bottle. It helps a lot during this season, and provides a clean windshield for better visibility. What’s important is, you must keep this bottle topped up with wiper fluid, during the monsoons.

• Get your wiper blades checked. If they are leaving marks during cleaning, then it’s advisable to get them changed.

5. Car Tyres

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Tyre have the power to make or break your game during the rainy season.

It’s because tyres lose pressure during the rainy season.

And the grip of tyres ensures your safety while driving. Let us tell how.

On the tyres what you see as a rubber pattern on the circumference, is known as the Tyre Tread.

This tread comes into contact with the road or the ground and provides:

• A Smooth Driving Experience

• High Directional Stability, and

• Less Rolling Resistance

That’s the reason why any improper alignment in the tyre tread can lead to major mishaps.

On the other hand the air pressure in your car tyres, gains utmost importance during rains.

Easy Solution:

• Take a 5 rupee coin and insert it in the middle of the tyre tread. Now, if the lower rim is not visible, then it means, the tyre is in good shape. And if the lower rim is fully visible and doesn’t go in, then it’s time to get a tyre checkup.

• Keep your car tyres inflated with the right air pressure. Remember, you must get all the 4 tyres inflated.

• Check your spare tyre that you keep at the back. It’s better to get it inflated too. And, keep your spares ready for any unforeseen emergency.

6. Battery and Fuse

Source: Autocar India

Batteries play a big role when it comes to using AC, wipers and lights of cars during this season.

When driving through areas with deep waters, the electric components can experience shorting and in some cases they may get permanently damaged.

Electrical connections and opening like battery terminals are highly vulnerable to corrosion, when touched by water.

And when it comes to wires and fuses, those wires that have got even a little cut will come into contact with water and as a result they are subjected to a short circuit.

Believe us, getting stranded when it’s raining outside will irritate you.

Easy Solution:

• Get your battery checked by the battery repair mechanic. And also check the duration for which the battery was in use. If this duration has crossed 3 years, then it’s’ time for a new battery.

• Also get the wires in the fuse and circuit checked and repaired in advance.

7. Headlight and Tail lights    

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Visibility is an issue you’ll face during monsoons.

Even if you own big headlamps, they too shall need an inspection.

India has got a diversity of routes- narrow lanes to rocky roads and super expressways. All of them face multiple issues when it rains incessantly.

So, at any time when you cross these routes during rain showers, you are likely to get issues of fog formation on your headlamps, turn indicators and tail lights.

More so, sometimes an undetected leak or opening, gives way to water getting inside the glass panel of lights.

• Cracks in the headlamp and

• Fogging are pertinent issues

• Heavy rains and overcast clouds hamper the visibility.

Easy Solution:

• Check for the leaks and cracks, on the glass of headlights, tail lights and indicators. Get them repaired or replaced as the case may be.

• Also check the brightness of lights every time you leave for a trip.

8. Underbody       

Source: Autocar India

Underbody of a car is exposed to most wear and tear.

FYI: Underbody  is that part of the car which is underneath the main body of the car. Chassis, tail pipe, drive shaft, air outlet pipe, etc. are some of the components that form the underbody.

Muddy water, stones, grease, grime and potholes are the prime sources of particles that get stuck to the underbody of a car.

These unwanted particles give way to corrosion and rust formation of the underbody components. In the long run, car maintenance proves to be pretty expensive for you.

Easy Solution:

• Ask the repair service firm to check for rust and corrosion of the underbody parts. And also ask them to perform checks for any breaks or cracks down there.

• Get the underbody washed and treated by expert mechanic

Also Read – How to Prevent Automotive Rust

9. Braking System          

Source: Ford India

Slippery roads and car brakes aren’t good friends.

Brakes lose a bit of efficiency while plying on wet roads, and when left unchecked before the monsoon starts playing its game, you and your car will experience many unexpected twists.

Some of these twists may even land you up at a hospital.

Your car may even be skidding on turns when the brakes are not in proper shape. Please don’t think of it to be another drift straight from the movie Tokyo Drift.

Easy Solution:

• Start your car and let it be in this mode for 3-4  minutes. Then use your brakes to assess the strength of the grip your brake has to offer.

• You can also get your brakes checked by an expert mechanic asap.

10. AC Cleaning

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Often the moisture inside your car air conditioner leads to fungus growth.

AC comes in handy during the rainy season, because it helps in defogging of windows and windshield. This gives you a better visibility and you get to assess the distance of cars ahead of you and the cars behind you.

Easy Solution:

• Its advisable to use Antimicrobial Shield by Permagard, that stops the growth of and pushes out pathogens, micro organisms, fungi and bacteria from the AC

• AC Vents and AC Filter need cleansing. So, an arguably good option is to ask the mechanic to perform AC cleaning and testing during the car servicing.

FINISHING LAP

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Well now when you have these super helpful Car Care and maintenance tips for monsoon, you should get into action to keep everything ready in advance. Be it spares, an extra pair of fuse or even towels and a cloth for cleaning.

You may even write to us at support@permagardindia.com to share our product reviews and best practices for car safety that you follow.

P.S. We have a pretty cool collection of tips and hacks to protect your car during rains and even round the year. Visit the Permagard India Blog section to know more.

Stay tuned for interesting blog posts and products that take extra Car care. See ya!

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In the period of this pandemic, one and only weapon against it is the safe and clean hygiene. We have to start by giving hygiene paramount importance. Keeping your hands clean and your mouth covered by a face mask is the minimum that is in our hands. All the objects we touch or people around us can have a risk of contagion.

 However, what about your precious ride, your car? Have you thought about it? Do you know your near and dearly owned possession is just lying in your garage exposed to these uninvited guests? But, are you forgetting the car sanitization completely?

Its time that you start keeping hygiene at par, even for your motor car. Use all the necessary car sanitization services that are available. Permagard’s Anti-microbial shield will help fight these viruses.

Here, we have summed up a few tips to take you through this pandemic safe and sound:

It is advised by almost all the health advisory around the world to maintain social distance and stay home to curb the spread of the virus. However, there can be a few exceptions where getting out of the house is the only way. One exception can be where you have to get out to buy some necessary grocery items for your family. While the other can be, if you fall under the essential service provider like the transporter or grocery vendor or police force etc. only under such circumstances people can leave their houses.

But the commutes that these people use are equally harmful if not sanitized. The car sanitizer liquid that is available in the market will help you fight this virus. For complete car coating you can also order Anti-microbial shield and keep your car clean and bacteria free.

The expert advice to use cloths and disinfectants specially manufactured for this purpose. These products are made available online. Make sure to grab these products to keep yourself away from hazardous viruses.

Now let’s talk about the surface that needs to be cleansed with this car sanitizer liquid that you just bought. The experts suggest following a certain process while cleaning your car. The first being, cleaning, followed by sanitizing and disinfecting.

The first step cleans the dust from the surface but does not kill any germs or bacteria. Killing these germs is our actual priority. Then comes the process of lowering the number of germs by killing the bacteria. And then comes to the last stage of using the chemicals to get rid of the waste completely.

The car engineers and mechanics tell us to use a microfibre cloth for this process of cleaning and disinfecting the surfaces. Make sure to spray the disinfectant and car sanitizer directly onto the surface. Then wipe it with the microfibre cloth recommended earlier.

We suggest cleansing the steering wheel every time you take your car outside for a ride. Because the steering console is more likely to be contaminated as it is way close to your face, and you lay your hands directly on them. Along with the steering console, do not forget the wiper and headlight stalls below it. They are also constantly touched by the driver.

The shift gear lever is the second most highly touched point in your car after the steering. The shift gear is also something one should take care of. As soon as you return home from buying your grocery and finishing your service at work, make sure to first get some car sanitization service. Or if that ain’t possible, you can use these tips to do the car sanitization on your own.

The next part of the car that has the probability of being infected is the door and its knob. You know it is that part of the car that is never left untouched. Along with this part, the display screens, air conditioner vents, radio controls, voice controls, navigation, cupholders, etc.

Things to avoid while cleaning

We cannot emphasize enough, but we tell you once again that, do not use any kind of bleach or hydrogen peroxide on any parts of the car. This might fade up your interiors or damage them severely beyond repair. This can be a costly affair, and obviously, we do not want such extra work right now.

Also, do not use the “blue glass cleaner” on the interior. When this cleaner comes in contact with the dashboard and when subjected to heat can cause it to get all sticky. Furthermore, using this glass cleaner on the display screen can also be a bad decision. At all costs, avoid these points.

Do not scrub too hard when you apply the car sanitizer liquid on the surface that it loses all its shine and newness. Yes, it is true that soap and water will help you get rid of the coronavirus bacteria. However, if you apply too much of soap and water, it will completely ruin the surface coating and dyes. This is some extremely important tip one should not miss out on.

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Each of us probably would already know how to wash our hands and stay clean. But aren’t we forgetting something? What about our dearly owned cars? What about the car cabin that has remained unsanitized? What if the car cabin is contaminated with some deadly virus like this one? It is time that we understand our duty to disinfect our cars from the virus?

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare advises each one of us to stay at home and help fight the spread of Coronavirus. We can become heroes by just playing our part of duties. However, some of us might feel the need to get out of the house for some grocery shopping or someone who falls under the essential service provider list. Such people have to leave their houses and play their role as a part of society.

And hence, when these people return home in their cars, it can also be contaminated just like their hands. Due to this reason you have to clean and sanitize your car. The car sanitization services are provided by us here at Permagard as well for complete car coating. Although, some of you might not be able to avail of these services at this point in time and hence much sanitize their cars at home.

Here we have mentioned few tips to clean and sanitize your car:

• The first and the foremost step towards cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing your car is identifying the frequently touched points in the car cabin. The car cabin is considered to be at high risk of contagion as it is highly exposed to human touch. The exteriors of the car also need to be cleaned, especially the high touchpoints. It is obvious that you give due care to the doorknobs.

• Let us list down the points that need to sanitized right now

1. Doorknobs
2. Windows
3. Interior door handles
4. Door pockets
5. Seatbelts and adjust buttons
6. Entire steering console including horn
7. Headlight and wiper stalks
8. Dashboard
9. Power button
10. Ventilation vents
11. Cupholder
12. Hand brakes
13. Radio controls and display screen
14. Keys of the car
15. Seat pockets
16. Oil cap
17. Bonnet lid
18. Do not forget to sanitize your car keys too. You never know on what surfaces it was kept. After identifying the frequently touched points, it is time to know about the materials to be used for disinfecting the car. One thing is sure that water can be used on any surface but in small amounts. Leather cannot handle too much water. It may get damaged easily. Initially, you can use a brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust.
19. You can get a microfibre cloth and a 70% isopropyl alcohol to disinfect the interiors of the car. Get some specialized car sanitizer liquid so as to avoid any damage to the surface. Get some hand sanitizers, too, to be used once the cleaning is complete. Take due to care when it comes to cleaning this surface. Make sure the car sanitizer does not go in your eyes, which can cause harm and can also make you visit the emergency room. Also, get yourself a plastic glove that will keep your hands safe, if not, you can use the hand sanitizer.

• Once you have gathered all the necessary equipment for cleaning, you are good to go. Get the car sanitizer on the microfibre towel and gently rub the surface you think can be at the risk of contagion. Do not use excessive car sanitizer on any interior surface, especially the wood and the leather. These surfaces are highly sensitive and are reactive to substances. These surfaces need high care and maintenance.
• Use a toothbrush to sanitize most of the surface as there are tiny places where the dust and bacteria might lay their nest. Hence using a brush is also recommended. If you do not have any specialized car sanitizer liquid, then you can also use surface cleaner. But do not spray it directly on the surfaces, first, spray it on the cloth and with the same cloth wipe the interiors.
• If there is no disinfectant available at the shop, then you can have a mixture of soap and water instead of the disinfectant. Do not add too much soap to the water. The milder the soap, the better it is for the car.

Some tips at a glance:

• Lockdown leaves ample time for us to deep clean the car and the car cabins. Make sure you do it thoroughly.
• After you clean and sanitize the whole car, do not forget to wash your own hands and sanitize yourself of any potential dirt or bacteria.
• Remember COVID-19 tends to survive longer on hard surfaces
• Additionally, clean and sanitize the passenger seats as well.
• Do not use excess isopropyl alcohol; use an ample amount of it that will evaporate immediately.
• Do not panic if you miss out on anything, as the instructions about COVID-19 keeps changing daily

Conclusion

Permagard has been dedicatedly serving its customers with the best quality car sanitization services and car detailing. Do not hesitate to contact us at any point in time. We are here to serve you at your behest. Permagard will make sure that you have a clean and completely sanitized car of your own. Do not panic if you do not have the required equipment or material to cleanse your car off the dirt. You can also have some home remedies, as mentioned above. Take care of the excessive use of sanitizer or soap water, as it can damage the shine and newness of your precious car. Stay home. Stay safe.

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While we travel, our only companion is our commuting vehicles and motors cars. Hence, keeping them clean and bacteria-free is like saving our own lives. In this article, we’ll give you some tips to keep your commute free from hazardous viruses.

To keep your commutes safe and cleansed, one must be aware of the frequently touched points of your car. These frequently touched parts are likely to be contaminated with some viruses. Keeping them clean is our duty, so as to save our own lives and our family’s too. Yes, you can save your family’s life by just using a car sanitizer.

These cars, our near and dearly owned possessions. Right now, they are just ideally lying in your garages and parking areas. It’s time that they are taken care of, or they might incur your huge expenses later on. To fight this fatal disease of COVID-19, one must not be lenient on taking preventive measures. Now, let’s dive into the preventive measures of car sanitization.

Materials to be used for cleansing the interiors

The foremost step to be taken to disinfect your car is to choose the right materials for car coating. What material is to be used can be a tough question. But worry not, the material to be used depends on what sort of surface area you are cleaning like interior protection leather, plastic, cloth, leather upholstery, etc.

Use only approved car sanitizers to disinfect your car completely. Make sure you use a clean microfibre cloth to clean the surfaces with this disinfectant. The microfibre cloth is very useful in trapping dirt and leaves no scratches whatsoever. Use different disinfectants for seat leather, as using a wrong one can damage the leather. All the health advisories currently recommend you to stay at home and keep your car clean and disinfected. This is the minimum we can do to curb the spread of coronavirus.

You’ll be surprised because the small parts like ventilation grilles, knobs, and even the mirror play a vital role here.

Here, we have summed down a few of the points that need to be sanitized right now:

• Steering is one of the most obvious parts of the car that our hands-on. Every time you get into the car, the steering wheel is something that you are continuously in contact with. While sanitizing the steering wheel, make sure to clean the entire rim and not just the front side. The steering wheel’s center hub is way too close to your mouth when you cough or sneeze and might get contaminated easily. Furthermore, do not forget the headlight and wiper stalks on the side if at all you have them.
• Let’s move on to the next constantly touched point in your car, the door, and the door handles. Yes, they are the first part of the car that can come in contact with anyone’s touch. It is one of those places that can be easily infected with parasites or viruses. If the door pockets are used frequently by your family members, that too must be sanitized with some disinfectant.
• These switches may not be used so frequently but are always touched once or thrice when you drive the car. The car sanitizer liquid must be applied on these switch gears on the dashboard. These switches are frequently used to turn on or off the air conditioner or switch on the parking lights. This hard plastic material tends to carry the virus for a long time and cannot be missed at any cost.
• Do we forget something very important? Yes, the gear shift lever or also called a gear selector. This gear selector is constant changes and comes in direct contact with the driver’s hand. It can happen that you might sneeze while covering your mouth with your hand and use the same hand to change the gear. However, it is highly recommended that you don’t leave your house without a face mask.
• If you happen to carry a passenger with you, make sure they are seated in the back of the car. As much as the distance you keep, that much you’ll be protected from the virus. You might also require sanitizing the interiors of your car. However, it can be a tedious job to sanitize your car seats.

Here, Permagard can lend you a hand to cleanse your car and make it bacteria-free. Permagard uses its scientifically proven co-polymer coating. This coating will not only protect your interior against the viruses but also against any water-based spills and UV rays.

• Are you missing out on some spots? Think! Think harder! Yes, aren’t you using your car’s boot? The dickey has also been used by you to take home those groceries you bought the other day. This can be one of the most contaminated parts of the vehicles as the groceries directly goes in this trunk. Make sure you use your car sanitizer spray to get rid of all the germs in your boot.

After carrying out all the processes correctly, make sure to wash your hands before you enter your car. This will aid you in keeping your car clean. If at all you have had any patient that was COVID-19 in your car, it is recommended by the health advisory to clean the car immediately and seek medical assistance. It is highly essential to get yourself checked up as it is believed that the virus can stay in the air for up to three hours. Precaution is all that we can take at this point in time, at least until some full proof vaccine is developed.

All we want is that you and your family remain safe as we help you prevent the infection of the most deadly virus at this time.

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The Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has taken a severe toll over mankind and still continues to. This is the worst pandemic humanity has seen in centuries. It is time that we start taking all the necessary preventive measures to curb the spread of Coronavirus. Until now, you must have learned how one should wash their hands, but no one has told us how to sanitize our cars. Permagard provides the necessary Car Sanitization Services just for you. We provide the best quality services that are customer-centric.

The health advisories around the world have recommended everyone to stay at home and reduce travelling to distinct places for unnecessary reasons. This, in turn, will help the world to fight against Coronavirus and curb its spread to different parts of the world. Few of us might get out of the house to buy groceries or to provide essential services to society. It is highly important that we keep our Car Sanitize as vehicles are carriers of dust, bacteria, viruses, and grime.

While we travel, our only companion is our commuting vehicles and motors cars. Hence, keeping them clean and bacteria-free is like saving our own lives. In this article, we’ll give you some tips to keep your commute free from hazardous viruses.

Your beloved cars can be the cause of infection to our families and us. It is in the positive interest of you to get rid of all the dust and bacterias on the surface of the car. Permagard understands your concern and hence has to solve the issues related to car sanitization. We have summed up six ways to keep your car clean and disinfected from deadly viruses like COVID-19.

Materials and equipment required to sanitize your car

One of the most important things every person should note down is not to use any type of home remedy for cleaning or disinfecting your cars. Not all remedies fall under the pretext of materials to be used for cleansing the car. Only a few technical things are needed to be memorized and taken care of while cleaning and sanitizing your precious possession.

Do not use any cloth that is available to clean the interiors of the car. There is special cloth for wiping off dust and leaves no scratches at all, called a microfibre cloth. This cloth has a minute mesh-like structure that collects off dust easily. Although, only the use of microfibre won’t help you get through this deadly crisis.

Do not use the bleach and any ammonia-based liquid on the surface of the interiors. It can damage the dashboards as the plastic is very sensitive to such products. Upon exposure to heat, the surface can get all sticky and lose all the shine and newness it has. Use authorized car sanitizer liquid only. The ones recommended by the experts or the manufacturer are to be used. Permagard will assist you in getting the best Car Sanitization Service as they already have the best Copolymer coating and Antimicrobial shield products in the market.

The Copolymer Car Coating is the one that is used for your car cabin, especially to protect the upholstery. The formula used to make this coating is purely biodegradable and nontoxic. This Car Coating will protect your car cabin from being faded, acid rain, insect etching, tree sap, dust, salt, hard water deposits, scuff marks, etc. The benefits of the coating are very surprising as not all coating might offer you the same.

 There is no chance of disappointment as we are committed to providing the customer with the best quality services around the country.

Here are four ways to keep your car safe from Coronavirus

Wash the exteriors of the car

Before you start washing the exteriors of the car, make sure to wear some gloves to protect your hands from unwanted dust and viruses. Then use a high-pressure water jet cleaner to clean off the dirt from the car. If you do not have the same, you can also use a garden hose too. Just make sure you get each and every corner cleaned to proceed further. Do not park the car directly under the sun, or else the surface will have some watermarks that can ruin your car paint.

Use vacuum cleaner regularly

The dust attracts easily onto your car and settles down that attracts unwanted fungi and bacterias. This is one of the simplest and the best way to reduce infection from your car. While you are doing this process, do not forget to scrub the car floor like the pedals, carpets, lever, floor mats, etc. Use soap water to deep clean your car seats that are at high risk of infection. Fabric seats are more likely to soak up bacterias and viruses to cause infection. Hence due care of the seats is an essential thing.

Sanitize all the frequently touched points

Identify the frequently touched points on the car and also inside the car. The high touchpoints have the possibility to be contaminated from the touch of the passenger or the driver. The high touchpoints in a car like the doorknobs, window buttons, steering console, wiper stalks, shift gear lever, dashboard, display screens, radio controls, ventilation vents, seat belts, etc. must be sanitized first. If these high touchpoints are sanitized, then the risk of infection is highly reduced.  Sanitizing these parts can be challenging, and hence Permagard centers are here to help our customers in these difficult times.

Sanitize the HVAC unit

The HVAC unit is nothing but the heating, ventilation, and air conditioner unit of the car. This unit is responsible for circulating air in the car and, therefore, can be contaminated too. In the current situation like this one, it becomes essential to deep clean the whole unit. Try cleaning the air filters too before the summer season sets in. It is high time that we start taking the outbreak of Coronavirus seriously and sanitize our cars. Use experts recommended car sanitizer liquid to disinfect your precious car.

In times like this, we are the saviours of ourselves and our families. You have the chance to be the heroes by just playing your role of staying at home. If experts recommended car sanitizer is not available at home, then you can also use soap water alternatively. But, if that does not as planned, you can always take your car to the nearest Permagard outlet once this lockdown comes to an end. You can avail of the highly effective Copolymer coating and Antimicrobial shield all at once. We hope that you are at home and safe. We got this.

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Before you get confused with the technicalities involved in car paint protection, let us understand car paint coating in detail. 

What is Car paint coating? 

Car paint protection or car paint coating is one of the same things. It is a thin and invisible layer of paint, sealant or wax-like substance that is applied, on new cars, in particular, to ensure their protection from minor scratches, scrapes, grime, bird droppings, contaminants, etc. It acts as a shield that protects your car’s paint and makes it look shiny and new for a long time ensuring utmost car care.

Let us now understand the advantages of Car paint coating.

As mentioned earlier, car coating retains the swanky looks of your new vehicle. It also lends it some shine which makes your car look new for an extended period.  

An added benefit of this function is that since your car looks new and expensive, it ends up having a better resale value. Appearance is of great importance to buyers who are looking for used cars. Paint protection helps you tick that checkbox, thereby ensuring your car looks new and appealing to the potential buyer. 

Getting paint coating can also be money saving. It is because this protective layer helps your car protect from small damages against scratches, contaminants, etc. It cuts down the need of running to the showroom every time minor damage is there.

Thanks to the materials and components of the paints, they attract lesser dust and dirt which ensures good car care. It makes your car easier to clean and maintain. This protective coat layer is so secure that it also prevents possible damage caused due to exposure of UV rays to your car’s surface.

Apart from all the functional benefits it provides, the best part about paint coating is that it is an invisible layer. It ensures that you don’t have to compromise on how your car looks and that your favourite surface color remains intact. 

Car paint protection is available in many types. Let us understand each one of them in detail. 

Types of car paint protection: 

Wax: 

Wax is the oldest type of car paint protection that exists. It involves the usage of industrial wax, extracted from Palm trees, mixed with oils and sealants to provide paint coating on cars. This concoction is used to create a layer of protection for car care.

While wax has stood the test of time, it faces criticism for its sticky consistency and the inability to last long. Its sticky texture is also known to attract dust, thereby defeating the primary purpose. It also has a very low melting point.

Synthetic paints: 

As the name suggests, these paints are entirely synthetic. Known for the mirror-like shine and luster they provide, synthetic paints have gained popularity in the recent past. They contain proprietary polymers which also enhances the protection they provide. 

While synthetic paints are more long-lasting than wax, they require a regular touch-up. Its application time is also extremely long. The chemical components are sensitive to environmental factors which is why it does not offer car care for solid protection against UV rays, winds, rains, etc. 

Ceramic car coating: 

Ceramic car coating entails the application of a liquid on your car surface that eventually solidifies. It is chemical-heavy therefore offers water-resistance by chemical bonding. It acts as a protective layer and shields against water, dust, UV rays, winds, rains, etc. It is a thick, transparent and anti-static layer. 

Ceramic’s most significant advantage is the reliable paint coat protection it offers against water, which is often a significant source of damage to cars. Despite the benefits, ceramic is a costly affair. There are cheaper alternatives available that serve the same purpose. It is incredibly time-consuming and needs close monitoring.

As we have discussed, despite all the technological advancement, the alternatives mentioned above fail to fit the bill as they come with various disadvantages. 

With so many options available, how do you decide which alternative will best suit your car? While some options promise appearance, others guarantee protection but do we have an option that provides maintenance and functionality? 

The market is full of numerous options for you to choose from when it comes to the selection of car paint protection. One of the many alternatives to consider is Permagard. Permagard’s reactive polymer paint coating is the best car paint protection solution that is known for its advanced features that provide your vehicle with complete protection and care for your car with paint coating.

Permagard specializes in a distinct method known as reactive polymer technology. This hyper-protective technology works proactively against any source of damage and protects your car against various damage causing agents. 

Permagard’s expertise can be assessed, by the fact that they have provided paint protection solutions to advanced vehicles like aircraft and yachts other than the massive number of cars they have successfully protected. 

What sets reactive polymer coating apart is that, other than providing the usual exterior protection against factors like water, rains, UV rays, dust, contaminants, etc. it also offers reliable solutions for the protection of the interior of vehicles including the upholstery. It also keeps your car free from foul smell. 

In terms of mechanism, Permagard’s reactive polymer technology creates a glass-like protective barrier against all sources that may cause significant damage to your car, both interior and exterior. It comes with the promise of glass-like shine, 100% protection, longevity, high-quality and many other desirable features. 

Conclusion: 

Car paint protection or car paint coating is vital to keep your car shining and protected. While the market may leave you confused with options like wax, synthetic and ceramic, all of them come with severe drawbacks. Some provide good appearance, others may ensure protection, but not one of them is efficient at both. A smart solution to all your car paint issues is Permagard’s reactive polymer technology which comes with the promise of mirror-like shine and 100% protection for your car care

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It can lead to long-lasting stains and scratches on the surface of your car. It can also cause corrosion of the car’s exterior paint over some time. This makes the shine of your car dull. The paint may also chip off and can cause further damage.

Car owners are increasingly opting for protective products or films for protecting car paint. People are considering reactive polymer, car waxing, polishing, and paint protection films, vinyl wraps and ceramic or nano paints to protect the colour and gloss of their cars.

Car dealers are selling out a variety of car detailing products with lavish promises. This gives rise to a significant question. Which out of all these available products is best for your car?

We will discuss three main protection measures for car paint-

• Reactive polymer
• Car Wax
• Car films

Let us see if we can conclude the usage and vitality of any one of them.

Reactive Polymer

Reactive Polymer is a crystal-clear coating that chemically bonds to your vehicle’s paint to become a new surface. A reactive Polymer coating, which is very popular these days, is a clear coat that includes a liquid polymer. The polymer forms a chemical bond with the car’s factory paint. Once coated, it cannot be removed by any chemicals.

The polymer coating can protect the car from scratches, dirt, and contaminants. Polymer coating also doesn’t have any side-effects on the original paint. The resulting protective layer offers an ultra-smooth, high gloss, and resistant coating.

This coating acts as a shield between harmful contaminants and the paint. Since it combines the coating with paint by a strong chemical bond, the protection stays strong even under harsh circumstances.

Here are some points that support the notion of reactive polymer being the best car coating treatment. It can be applied to both new or old car, but it is recommended to apply to the newly bought cars.

Advantages

• These polymers are Super Hydrophobic in nature. Their water-repellant nature reduces cleaning time. It also extends times between needed washes.
• They are UV resistant and thus preserve the colour from fading and oxidation.
• Reactive Polymer extends paint life, as it covers the paint with a protective layer.
• It increases the curb appeal of your car and maintains a high gloss finish.
• If done correctly, the protective coating can last the lifetime of the car.

Car wax

Car waxes are solid hydrocarbons in the form of waxes. Most of the waxes are in solid form, so you cannot directly apply them to your car. Moreover, car wax can literally destroy expensive cars. If you own a luxury car, it would be better to skip the application of car wax. Instead, reactive polymer technology preserves the surface of luxury cars.

Disadvantages

• Wax melts at high temperature thus dust and dirt particles get easily stuck, damaging the paint.
• Wax builds up over time on the car’s surface layer by layer. Over time, scratches dull the exposed finish. 
• The length of protection is not more than 6 weeks.

Paint Protection Films or PPFs

Paint Protection Film or a PPF is a urethane film made from a thermoplastic compound. You can apply it to painted surfaces of a new or used car to protect the paint or can even be applied to the exterior portion of the car. Anywhere if you suspect the possibility of scratches or stains and abrasions, you can get the PPFs applied.

This increases the amount of time you spend on paint protection. Every time you forget to cover a portion of paint with a PPF film, it can get damaged. On the other hand, reactive polymer proposes a more convenient scheme. Paint protection films are a rather outdated method of paint protection.

Disadvantages

• Professional vehicle wraps come at a very expensive price.
• In addition, the films can start wearing after 2 to 3 years when subjected to strong sun, debris, and weather.
• The PPFs or the Vinyl wraps are good for cars with factory paint jobs. If you have repainted your car or it has a corroded surface, the vinyl wrap may not adhere well and will lead to wrinkling, or and bubbling.

Everybody wants to keep his or her cars shiny and glossy like the new. Considering all the pros and cons, the PFFs and car wax do not stand a chance against the latest reactive polymer technology. The polymer coating, when used, lasts longer than any wax.

It is more scratch-resistant and has superior UV protection. Even the strong rays of the Sun will not be able to oxidize the car paint under extreme conditions. Reactive Polymer coatings also have great hydrophobic strength, which is not present in the films or waxes.

To conclude, whatever be your requirements, you can always rely on Permagard. We lead the world in the technology of paint protection. Our Polymer Coating will prevent paint oxidation from the sun and other elements. Thus, it will go a long way in protecting your car from rust and general deterioration.

The Permagard treatment for your car uses an eco-friendly reactive polymer that is suitable for all types of vehicles. You can directly apply it to your car’s surface. It provides durable protection and maintains a long-lasting shine on any painted surface. These are some of the factors that reinforce the consideration of Reactive Polymer technology as the best car coating treatment.

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