Washing car

stefano

I have suffered a serious accident which result now in my inability to bend down low. I find that when washing my car, I can never get to the low sill under the door. Would I be ruining the paintwork if I used a broom, soaked in wash solution?

ormus

use the correct tool for the job.
washing a car with a normal house broom is not very sensible.

stefano

ormus wrote: »

use the correct tool for the job.
washing a car with a normal house broom is not very sensible.

And ther name of this tool?

ormus

http://www.hozelock.com/watering/brushes.html

example.
there are lots more about. cheaper and dearer.
with a hose connection and a lance. if required.

pinkteapot

Looking at that picture, and wondering if you could use a bog standard household mop... The type with the fronds of spongey material. They're inexpensive...

evoke

OP: You would ruin the paintwork if you used a broom! Please don't do it.

Get a 'microfibre noodle mop' and wipe the sills with that after dipping it into your car shampoo solution. You can also get 'proper' car washing mops with extendable handles like this one:

http://www.the-motorists-centre.com/meguiars-ultra-plush-wash-mop.html

But these are not cheap so a noodle mop for a £3 - £5 will do the job if you're not into serious car detailing.

Hitch

You can get car wash brushes, either use with a bucket, or fit on a hose.
Great for washing vans, and conservatories too.

Lots on ebay, i imagine halfords sell them, as would most diy stores.
But whatever you do, don't put it on the ground to pick up grit. Fairly obvious you might think, but seen it many times.