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Dilution Ratio Calculator
Professional mixing ratios for perfect results every time
Listed below are all my favorite dilutable products and supplies. This is a constantly changing list updated as newer better products become available. My goal is to keep the most up to date curated list possible. This ensures that you will always have the best products at the best prices.
Measuring Cup
A great measuring cup ensures precise ratios when mixing auto detailing products, preventing waste and achieving optimal cleaning results.
8oz Version Suitable for most auto detailing needs. This is what I use.
16oz Version Larger version great for the large mixes.
All Purpose Cleaner (APC): Video
Use the above calculator to make your own APC based detailing products. All my favorite mixes are pre loaded.
All Purpose Cleaner Online Store or Amazon
Rinseless Wash “Home Brews ”: Video
Use the above calculator to make your own Rinseless Wash Home Brew products. All my favorite mixes are pre loaded.
Rinseless Wash Great quality rinseless wash.
Spray Bottles For Mixing Your Own
High End Great Quality Trigger Spray Bottles (shown Above) These look amazing and double pump action works well too. Be sure to flush the trigger with water if using high PH chemicals.
Entry Level Economical 16oz Unbranded Trigger Spray Bottles (shown above) Standard detailing clear plastic bottles. Perfect for a quick smaller mix.
Entry Level Economical 32oz Trigger Spray Bottles Standard detailing heavy duty plastic bottles. Perfect for a larger mix.
Chemical Resistant Trigger Sprayer Head Replacements Fits on ALL bottles listed above. Fits on most standard RTU detailing bottles. Great to have a few around as these are consumables. Expect to replace these more often with very aggressive cleaners. Properly flush with water after use for extended shelf life.
Smaller Pump Sprayer Great for mixing up a smaller batch of product. Awesome foaming from this sprayer. Pump it up and spray foam everywhere.
Large Pump Sprayer Great for mixing up a lot of product on a big day. Awesome foaming from this sprayer. Use an air compressor or bike pump to pressurize the bottle and spray foam for a very long time with no effort.
FOAM CANNON SOAP MIXES
For heavily concentrated wash soaps add 1oz of soap and fill the rest of the foam cannon with warm tap water. This will fill a 32oz foam cannon and typically produce great results. For less concentrated soaps that are not producing good foam mix 2-3oz of soap and fill the rest of the foam cannon with warm tap water. If 2-3oz of soap does not produce great foam consider changing the orifice size in the foam cannon. For smaller output pressure washers a 1.1 orifice is a good place to start. For larger output pressure washers consider a larger orifice sized accordingly. If none of this helps produce great foam, take a close look at your pressure washer specs as well as the quality of your foam cannon. Make sure you have the right equipment to do the job. Also check the filter in your foam cannon as they degrade and get clogged with time. Here are my favorite products and setups that definitely produce great results.
Everyday PH nuetral wash soap 1oz recommended per foam cannon
Touchless Wash Soap Wash you car without touching it. Best way to do light maintenance washed between bigger details. Great soap.
Use PIR Calculator to figure out dilution ratio.
Foam cannon DIY Homebrew High PH Pre-wash: (High PH for pre washing extremely dirty cars or attempting a touchless wash)
1oz Wash Soap
1-2oz of APC (Detail Grade All Purpose Cleaner) Online Store or Amazon
Fill the rest of the foam cannon with warm tap water.
**DO NOT ALLOW THIS SOAP MIX TO DRY ON THE PAINT!!**
WHEEL & TIRE CLEANERS How To Apply Wheel Cleaner Video
Light duty wheel cleaner Online Store or Amazon A lighter duty wheel cleaner perfect for routine maintenance washes. You do not always need a gnarly high PH cleaner.
Medium duty wheel cleaner with iron remover A great smelling highly effective PH neutral wheel cleaner with iron remover Good Stuff. I like it. Video
Heavy duty wheel cleaner A heavier duty wheel cleaner perfect for the tough jobs. Sometimes you need a product with some teeth.
Dilution Ratios:
Light Cleaning - 1:1 1 Part Cleaner / 1 Part Distilled Water
Medium Cleaning - 1:5 1 Part Cleaner / 5 Parts Distilled Water
Tough cleaning - 100% Cleaner
Foam Cannon - I use wheel cleaners at 100%. The cleaner will get diluted by the normal mixing from the foam cannon. Great for light to medium soiled wheels.
P&S Xpress Interior Cleaner Dilution Ratios
P&S Xpress interior cleaner Simple affordable & highly effective. Light almond smell. This is my favorite ready to use product (can be used @ 100%) but can be diluted according to the soil level.
Dilution Ratios:
Heavily Soiled - 100% Cleaner
Medium Cleaning - 1:1 1 Part Cleaner / 1 Part Distilled Water
Light Cleaning - 1:5 1 Part Cleaner / 5 Parts Distilled Water
Bug Remover Dilution Ratios
Bug Off Great powerful bug remover (@100% will potentially remove lighter durability spray protections)
Dilution Ratios:
Heavily Soiled - 100% Cleaner
Medium Cleaning - 1:5 1 Part Cleaner / 5 Parts Distilled Water
Light Cleaning - 1:8 1 Part Cleaner / 8 Parts Distilled Water
Extractor Dilution Ratios
See my Extractor page for extractor machines, products and detailed explanations
Professional Upholstery Cleaner A High Quality Citrus-Based Formula, Removes Grease, Dirt & Odors, Highly Dilutable.
Dilution Ratios:
Light Cleaning - 1:8 1 Part Cleaner to 8 Parts Distilled Water
Medium Cleaning - 1:5 1 Part Cleaner / 5 Parts Distilled Water
Heavily Soiled - 100% Cleaner (Its safe at 100% but test in an inconspicuous spot to make sure it will not affect the fabric)
DISCLAIMER:
**Using distilled water improves shelf life and overall quality. Distilled water is mineral free and will not leave water spots**
***If used incorrectly high PH APC mixtures can damage delicate surfaces and possibly degrade less durable spray sealants and paint protections.
ALWAYS USE THE LEAST AGGRESSIVE DILUTION RATIOS POSSIBLE TO DO THE JOB. IF UNFAMILIAR WITH THE PRODUCT OR SURFACES ITS BEING USED ON, TEST IN AN INCONSPICUOUS AREA FIRST. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT DON’T TAKE ANY CHANCES. HAWAII DETAILING IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY ANY OF MY PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS OR DETAILING TECHNIQUES.
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