In terms of products, a mild soap, detergent or specifically formulated upholstery cleaner is usually best for cleaning & removing any stains. For leather surfaces, a conditioner can help to preserve the material and prevent cracking.

The main difference between car washing and auto detailing is how in-depth the cleaning is. A car wash is a surface clean meant to keep environmental debris from harming your car's clear coat. An auto detailing is a maintenance service that extends the life of most external and some internal components of your car.

A car detailer is a service worker who meticulously cleans and polishes cars. They do so with a variety of cleaning products, tools, and techniques for the interior and exterior of vehicles. A car detailer will handle everything from washing the car to vacuuming its interior.

The job includes a complete interior cleaning to remove stains, odors, and dirt from all surfaces. The exterior is polished to remove light swirls and restore gloss before waxing. Some full-detail packages include engine cleaning, too.