Detailing vs Car Washes

Why Choose Rosa Detailing?

Unlike automated car washes or quick-vac services, detailing is a meticulous process rooted in care and precision. Every step of our process prioritizes enhancing your vehicle’s appearance, protection, and longevity.

  • Tools

    • We use premium scratch-free tools and soft microfiber to guarantee that your paint remains pristine

  • Chemicals

    • Professional grade pH-neutral products that are safe on all paint types and coatings

  • Precision

    • Deep cleaning that goes far beyond a simple vacuum, addressing hidden dirt and stains

    • Adequate protection to ensure your vehicle looks and stays clean

Beyond car washing

Local car washes only scratch the surface, but detailing transforms your vehicle into a pristine, well-maintained asset that lasts.

Convenience comes at a cost. Automated car washes pose serious risks to your vehicle’s health.

  • Damaging brushes

    • High speed brushes are aggressive and abrasive, leaving permanent swirls and scratches.

    • Infrequently cleaned brushes spread contaminants across your vehicle, degrading paint clarity.

  • High pressure jets

    • Excessive force wears down protective coatings, cracks trim, and loosens emblems.

    • Concentrated blasts can damage tires, causing premature tread wear- reducing safety and lifespan

  • Harsh chemicals

    • Acidic degreasers and detergents strip your protective coatings

    • Sticky residue from low quality products attract dust and grime right back

The cost of convenience 

Automated car washes may save time, but they gamble with your vehicle’s appearance, protection, and resale value in the long term. Choosing Rosa Detailing will safeguard your vehicle and ensure its long-lasting beauty.

At Rosa detailing, transparency isn’t just a promise—it’s our standard. Below, discover exactly what goes into each of our precisely crafted services, designed to protect, enhance, and preserve your vehicle’s beauty and longevity

Our Services

  • a pH balanced Snow foam is applied to the vehicle, bathing it in a thick foam that deep cleans without abrasion, lifting dirt and breaking down grime. Preparing the vehicle for a scratch-free contact wash

  • Begins with a thorough cleaning of the windshield, followed by dual-layer ceramic shield thoroughly worked into your windshield. This shield will enhance visibility by repelling water, reducing streaks, and easing wiper use.

  • A safe formula is used to chemically remove metal contaminants from paint and wheels. This prevents rust spots, restores clear coat, and prepares the paint for a clay treatment

  • Manual removal of contaminants (tar, tree sap, brake dust) embedded within the paint using synthetic clay bars or towels. This will make the paint smooth to the touch and prepare for a wax or ceramic sealant

  • Starts with a thorough cleaning of the car, iron removal, and clay treatment. A ceramic spray is applied and buffed across the paintwork. The ceramic will create a protective hydrophobic layer that prevents scratches, repels dirt & debris, and shields from UV. Will last 3-6 months.

  • After thorough cleaning and decontamination, wax is applied and buffed to add a glistening shine to your paint. Offers less protection than ceramic, but delivers a glorious showroom shine and hydrophobic properties alongside UV protection. Typically lasts 2-3 months.

  • Hot steam provides Chemical-free sanitization, killing bacteria and loosening stains without the use of harsh chemicals, Perfect for sensitive areas and materials.

  • Fabrics are first vacuumed, then shampooed and brushed. High flow extraction removes deep seated dirt along with most stains & odors.

  • Headliner is vacuumed, then spot cleaned using gentle Fabric cleaners and steam removing stains and odors.

  • A protective coating is applied, protecting plastic surfaces and fabrics, preventing fading, UV damage, repelling stains, and extending lifespan

  • Starts with a deep cleaning of seats using a dedicated formula. A leather moisturizer is applied and finished with a protective coating. The moisturizer will rehydrate the leather, preventing cracks and returning it’s soft feel. The protectant will create a hydrophobic layer, preventing stains, grime, and dirt from sticking.

Loyalty & Referrals Program

We appreciate your loyalty and referrals! Below are the details of our programs, designed to thank you for choosing us while ensuring fairness for all customers.

Loyalty program

  • After 5 paid services, Earn 20% off on your 6th service! (Capped at $50 off)

    • Services must be completed within 12 month period to remain eligible

    • Applied to a single service; may not be split or stacked

Referral program

  • Refer a friend and you both receive 15% off! (Capped at $20 off)

    • Must be a New client, from unique households

    • Mention referral at booking

    • Only 1 discount may be held at a time, maximum 2 referrals per month

    • Discount will be issued After new client’s service is completed

    • Applied to a single service; may not be split or stacked