Amplification
Level 1 - Protection Detail
Exterior – Cleaning/Cleansing/Decontamination
21 STAGE CLEANING PROCESS INCLUDING:
- The vehicle is washed using PH neutral shampoo using twin grit guard bucket system to prevent any stones and sharp edged particles being carried onto the car via wash mitt.
- Wheels are cleaned using a nonacidic citrus based cleaner and specially designed horse hair brushes.
- Door shuts, petrol cap, arches and lower sections parts will be cleaned (where accessible).
- The vehicle is hand dried using deep-pile microfibre towels.
- The paintwork is treated with a clay bar (mild or aggressive) removing bonded surface contaminants.
- Body solvent is applied to dissolve and remove tar, road grime, honey dew and bug splatter deposits and other petroleum based substances.
- Tyres are dressed.
- Exterior plastics and door trims are dressed.
CLEANSING:
The paint is treated by hand with a pre wax oil – to help adhesion of the sealant.
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The paint is treated with a mildly abrasive cleansing lotion which contains a mild mixture of cleansing agents, glaze oils and micro abrasives that help remove very light swirl marks.
SEALANT:
One layer of our preferred high grade carnauba wax is applied to the paint surface, ensuring a durable level of protection. We’ll talk you through our range of sealants and waxes at the inspection.
Interior
- Carpets vacuumed.
- Windows are cleaned on the inside.
- Interior trim and surfaces are all cleaned using aerospace-grade products.
Why choose the Level 1 Protection Detail?
The purpose of a Level 1 Detail is to decontaminate the paintwork or PPF (Paint Protection Film). Most commonly, a Level 1 Detail is used to detail satin paint (which cannot be machine polished) or as an ongoing maintenance detail. It doesn’t involve paint correction, and instead, is a thorough deep clean involving both chemical and mechanical decontamination.
Level 2 - Enhancement Detail
Exterior – Cleaning/Cleansing/Decontamination
24 STAGE CLEANING PROCESS INCLUDING:
- A layer of thick white foam is applied to the vehicle to help loosen, lift and remove dirt particles from the paintwork without inducing micro scratches.
- The vehicle is then blown dry with “Black Baron Vehicle Dryer” peak airflow rate of just over 330mph, eliminating water streaks.
- The engine bay is cleaned.
PAINT CORRECTION – 70-80% CORRECTION FACTOR:
- Paintwork is treated to a one-to-two stage correction process, to remove light paint imperfections, such as minor swirl marks to increase the gloss factor.
- Chrome and stainless steel surfaces are treated and protected.
- All light clusters are treated and protected.
SEALANT:
- A non-abrasive pre-wax oil is applied, which preserves and nourishes the paintwork. This solution also helps clean paint corrected surfaces before the sealant is applied, to maximise bonding.
- Paintwork is protected with 1 layer of carnauba wax enriched with PTF-E to give your car a sophisticated protective shield which is ideal for vehicles that are used each day.
Interior
The vehicle is deodorised using specially designed anti-bacterial treatment, which breaks down and eliminates bad odour and bacteria instead of masking them.
Why choose the Level 2 Enhancement Detail?
This is our entry level paint correction detail, which would remove minor imperfections including fine swirls/scratches in the clearcoat/topcoat of the paint. It is perfect for new cars, or cars with dulled paint that need a refresh. This process results in 70% to 80% ‘correction factor’, it does not, however, remove any deeper scratches. We finish the treatment with an organic wax to seal if applicable.
Level 3 - Correction Detail
Exterior – Cleaning/Cleansing/Decontamination
PAINT CORRECTION – 80-95% CORRECTION FACTOR:
- Paint thickness is measured using an ultrasonic paint depth gauge.
- Various lighting is used to establish the condition of the paintwork.
- Paintwork is treated to a three stage paint correction process to eliminate defects including medium swirl marks and holograms. Panels are alcohol wiped after every stage to ensure true correction. Exhaust tips are rejuvenated with specially designed metal compounds. Glass is treated with nano polish.
SEALANT:
- One layer of the highest grade and most expensive carnauba wax is applied to the paint surface. This wax is created with over 76% of pure ivory grade one North Brazilian carnauba wax by volume.
- Carnauba wheel wax, enhanced with PTF-E, is applied to enhance the look and feel of the wheels while repelling dirt, road salt and brake dust.
- Windscreen is treated with rain repellent coating, which chemically bonds with the glass to provide unrivalled durability.
Interior
Carpets are shampooed if necessary and dried using a wet suction vacuum cleaner. Specifically designed Alcantara cleaner is applied to revive the Alcantara fibres. All leather surfaces are cleansed and protected. Air vents, button surrounds and fascia are cleaned using specialised brushes.
Why choose the Level 3 Correction Detail?
This is our used car level paint correction detail, which would remove medium imperfections including swirls/scratches in the clearcoat/topcoat of the paint. This process results in 80% to 95% ‘correction factor’, it does not, however, remove any scratches that have gone all the way through the paint. We finish the treatment with an organic wax to seal if applicable.
The Level 3 Detail also includes a thorough rejuvenation of all chromatic and metal elements, e.g. the exhaust tips, door shuts, light and air clusters, washing of the interior and deodorisation, leather protection, nano polish of the glass inside and out, and more.
This process is designed to bring out the best of a used car, getting the life back into the paintwork and looking as new as it possibly could!
Level 4 - Ultimate Detail
Exterior – Cleaning/Cleansing/Decontamination
- Door shuts are cleansed.
- Wheels are removed, cleaned on the inside and cleansed, then all wheel nuts are torque set to the correct manufacturer’s specifications.
- Wheels are cleansed, polished and sealed inside and out.
- Engine bay is detailed.
- The vehicle is washed using PH neutral shampoo using twin grit guard bucket system to prevent any stones and sharp edged particles being carried onto the car via wash mitt.
- Wheels are cleaned using a nonacidic citrus based cleaner and specially designed horse hair brushes.
- Door shuts, petrol cap, arches and lower sections parts will be cleaned (where accessible).
- The vehicle is hand dried using deep-pile microfibre towels.
- The paintwork is treated with a clay bar (mild or aggressive) removing bonded surface contaminants.
- Body solvent is applied to dissolve and remove tar, road grime, honey dew and bug splatter deposits and other petroleum based substances.
- Tyres are dressed.
- Exterior plastics and door trims are dressed.
PAINT CORRECTION – 95%-99% CORRECTION FACTOR
- Alloy wheels paint corrected.
- Paintwork is treated to a three-to-five stage paint correction process to eliminate defects such as heavy swirl marks, holograms and minor scratches.
- Deeper surface scratches are leveled using specifically designed finishing papers. Paintwork is checked using a digital microscope in specific areas.
SEALANT:
- Three layers of the highest grade carnauba wax are applied to the paint surface. This wax is created with over 76% of pure, ivory grade one North Brazilian carnauba wax by volume.
- A synthetic sealant can also be applied in lieu of the organic wax.
Interior
- Safety belts are steam cleaned.
- All leather surfaces are cleaned, de-glossed, fed with essential oils and then protected with leather guard.
Why choose the Level 4 Ultimate Detail?
The Level 4 Detail is a step above the Level 3. Every treatment offered with the Level 3 Detail is included in the Level 4, in addition to offering up to a 99% correction factor, with 5 stages of correction where necessary. Deeper surface scratches are levelled using specifically designed finishing papers. This is the best possible detail for scratched and neglected paintwork.
Level 5 - Signature Detail
Paint Distortion (Orange Peel) Removal
UP TO 100% CORRECTION FACTOR:
The focus of this service is to eliminate the inconsistent, distorted finish found in modern clear coats. Our Signature treatment focuses on improving the factory finish achieving a far superior standard.
The process includes levelling the clear coat (lacquer) using a variety of specialist tools and eliminating the high points found on modern paint systems.
Our expertise, knowledge and years of experience combine to give the Topaz Signature treatment its 100% success rate.
Why choose the Level 5 Signature Detail?
Our Level 5 Detail is our Signature Detail which completely relevels the clearcoat, refining and polishing it in five stages, in order to remove “orange peel” or peaks and troughs in the clearcoat. This involves dry sanding, wet sanding, and paint correction, in order to achieve a glass like finish. This treatment is perfect for a car you want to keep and cherish for many years. This process removes around 15-20 microns from your car’s clearcoat. Automotive paint is around 260 microns on average, so this process removes less than 10% of the thickness. We recommend that we install paint protection film after this process, however, it is not essential as the paint’s longevity is not affected.
Our detailing or “enhancement” services have been described as the ‘perfect marriage between science and art’. Through our skill in rectifying and removing paint defects such as swirl marks, holograms and scratches we are able to renovate and refurbish old paint or enhance the original finish to far beyond the manufacturers capabilities.
No, however even premium and low volume manufacturers have limits to the time they spend finishing a vehicles paintwork. At Valkyrie we can take the manufacturers finish to the next level and beyond, the improvement that is possible even on a brand new car is phenomenal.
Yes, we can detail your car at the dealership before collection ensuring it looks even better than factory fresh.
Yes, we can detail your car at the dealership before collection ensuring it looks even better than factory fresh.
Our standard detailing levels range from 1 to 5. The difference is primarily in the extent to which the paintwork is corrected, for example Level 1 is an entry level detail concentrating on protection whereas our Level 5 Signature Detail is our most complex process removing the clear coats “orange peel” which includes 100% paint correction factor.
Depending on the the level of enhancement you wish to achieve the timescale will usually range from 1 to 5 days, however some special projects and intricate cars can take longer.
Once detailed a lot depends on the maintenance of the vehicle, if maintained correctly the results can last 12 months or more, depending on the use of the car. Most clients have their cars detailed once a year and many have us carry out regular maintenance treatments in between to ensure the longevity of the finish.
The term “Orange peel” refers to paint distortion; this is the dimple effect found in the paintwork’s clear coat after it is applied at the factory. All cars possess orange peel even from new, the level of which can vary depending on the car and even the individual area of the cars bodywork.
Yes, we do travel abroad to treat our International customers cars. More information about bookings abroad can be requested via info@valkyrie.com
No, it will not affect the manufacturers warranty of your cars paintwork, in fact correct care is an important part of maintaining your vehicles finish throughout the warranty period and beyond.
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