Restoring dull paint: what polish can do and when it does harm
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Today: Dull chrome is tarnished, not dirty. Shop metal polish
From the blog: Never polish factory matte paint. Read the guide
Late autumn: Seal your paint before winter. See the range
For chrome: P21S "Metall-/ Alu-Polish" takes the oxide off. View product
Restock: Koch-Chemie "Dosing Cap" doses by the scale. View product
Bestseller: Green Star "Gs" cleans from wheels to engine bay. View product
Tip: With glass sealant rain runs off faster. See the range
Clear view: Glass Cleaner "Gc" for glass inside and out. View product
Advice: Chrome, alu or stainless? Ask us first. Ask on WhatsApp
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Koch-Chemie
Top Star "Ts" Interior Plastic Care
Silicone-free Plastic Care with UV Protection and Silk-Matte Finish
Koch-Chemie
Cleans thoroughly and gently, preserves the shine of the paint surface
Koch-Chemie
Leather Star "Ls" Leather Care
Ready-to-use leather care emulsion with active UV blockers
Koch-Chemie
Finish Spray Exterior "Fse" Quick Detailer with Kalk-EX
Acidic quick detailer with Kalk-EX formula for paint, glass & plastics
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Pol Star" cleaner concentrate for fabric, leather & Alcantara
pH-neutral cleaner concentrate for fabric, Alcantara & smooth leather
Koch-Chemie
Interior Brush "Green" Interior Autodetailing Brush soft
Koch-Chemie
Ceramic Effect Shampoo "Ces" Maintenance Shampoo with Long-Term Sealant Effect
Care shampoo with SiO₂ sealant for coating-compatible hand wash
Koch-Chemie
Interior Brush "Yellow" interior brush medium-hard
Koch-Chemie
Interior Brush "Red" hard interior detailing brush
Koch-Chemie
Quick & Shine "Qs" Quick Detailer
All-rounder for quick shine and color enhancement
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Care" Smooth Leather Care Milk with UV Protection
Nourishing lotion for smooth leather with UV protection
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Fresh Up" Odour Neutraliser with Fresh Scent
Fresh and effective odor neutralizer for interiors and leather
Koch-Chemie
Rapid Rinseless Wash "Rrw" — Rinseless Car Wash
Fast, paint-friendly washing without rinsing
Koch-Chemie
Quick Finish "Qf" All-Round Finish Spray / Quick Detailer
All-round finish spray for radiant surfaces and shine
SONAX
XTREME Ceramic QuickDetailer Quick-Detailer
Ceramic Quick Detailer — Ceramic Detailer with Si-Carbon Protection
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Shield" Care Product for New Leather to Protect Against Wear
Protect leather from abrasion and maintain its matte finish
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Cleaner" (Mild) — cleaner for normally soiled pigmented smooth leather
Gentle daily leather cleaning and care
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
Allround Textile Sealant "St0.01" Premium Fabric Sealant
Optimal Textile Sealant for Long-Lasting Protection
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Degreaser" Solvent-Free Leather Degreaser for Surface Prep on All Leather Types
Solvent-free degreaser for optimal leather repair preparation
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Top Coat" (Dull) Matte Sealing Lacquer for Professional Leather Repair
Matt Topcoat for Leather Surfaces
SONAX
XTREME ReifenGlanzGel "Ultra Wet Look" Tyre Care
Tyre gloss gel "Ultra Wet Look" – tyre dressing with a deep high gloss
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Smooth Leather Care" Set (care kit for smooth leather aged 3 years and up)
Leather care for older leather for suppleness and protection
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Cleaner" (Strong) cleaner for heavily soiled, surface-pigmented smooth leather
Powerful intensive cleaning for heavily soiled leather
At Detailing1, Leather brings together cleaning and care for car leather — graded by leather type, from tough pigmented smooth leather to delicate aniline and nubuck. The range runs from mild and strong leather cleaners through feeding care to matched care sets. The focus is on COLOURLOCK and Koch-Chemie, alongside SONAX, GYEON and Meguiar's.
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Care" Smooth Leather Care Milk with UV Protection
Nourishing lotion for smooth leather with UV protection
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Shield" Care Product for New Leather to Protect Against Wear
Protect leather from abrasion and maintain its matte finish
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Cleaner" (Mild) — cleaner for normally soiled pigmented smooth leather
Gentle daily leather cleaning and care
Koch-Chemie
Interior Brush "Green" Interior Autodetailing Brush soft
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Cleaning Brush" with Wooden Body
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "New Leather Care" Set (care set for new smooth leather up to 3 years)
Protect new leather with care and sealing, just like the factory
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Smooth Leather Care" Set (care kit for smooth leather aged 3 years and up)
Leather care for older leather for suppleness and protection
Koch-Chemie
Interior Brush "Yellow" interior brush medium-hard
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Degreaser" Solvent-Free Leather Degreaser for Surface Prep on All Leather Types
Solvent-free degreaser for optimal leather repair preparation
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Leather Cleaner" (Strong) cleaner for heavily soiled, surface-pigmented smooth leather
Powerful intensive cleaning for heavily soiled leather
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Top Coat" (Dull) Matte Sealing Lacquer for Professional Leather Repair
Matt Topcoat for Leather Surfaces
Koch-Chemie
Interior Brush "Red" hard interior detailing brush
Plastic & Rubber: Plastic and rubber care depends on the interior, exterior component, and material function. Cockpits, unpainted trim strips, and seals require different products and desired surface effects. Cleaning precedes care; gloss and color enhancement are chosen according to the component and not applied indiscriminately to every surface.
Koch-Chemie
Top Star "Ts" Interior Plastic Care
Silicone-free Plastic Care with UV Protection and Silk-Matte Finish
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "InsideCare" Interior Care
Care and UV Protection for Interior Plastic Parts
SONAX
PROFILINE CeramicCoating "CC" HeadlightCoating Headlight Sealant
Long-lasting Headlight Sealant with UV Protection for Clear Vision
Meguiars
NATURAL SHINE Protectant Plastic Care
Interior Care for a Perfect Finish
GYEON
Q² Trim EVO Ceramic Trim Restorer & Protectant ceramic coating for exterior plastics
Ceramic plastic care – permanently deep black without graying
Meguiars
Ultimate Interior Shine Protectant Interior Care
Deep interior shine with UV protection — plastic & vinyl like new
Meguiars
NEW CAR SCENT Protectant Trim Dressing
Interior Care for a Perfect Finish
GYEON
Q²M PurifyMaintain "Purify Line" Antibacterial Spray Coating
GYEON Q²M PurifyMaintain – Antibacterial Interior Coating
GYEON
GYEON Q²M Preserve – SiO₂ plastic protectant for matte black
SONAX
PROFILINE GummiPfleger rubber & tyre care
GummiPfleger — Professional Rubber & Tire Care
SONAX
PROFILINE CeramicCoating "CC" Plastic+Rubber plastic coating
Long-term plastic sealant with UV protection for exterior use
CarPro
C.QUARTZ "BlackOut" Tyre & Rubber Coating
Ultimate tire & rubber protection thanks to polysiloxane technology
Rim and tire care complements wheel cleaning. Tire care determines the finish of the sidewall, while rim detailers treat light residue on suitable rim surfaces. Both are selected based on the material and existing coating; a care product replaces neither thorough cleaning nor a suitable separate sealant.
GYEON
Q² Tire Ceramic Tire Protecant Tyre Care with Sealant
Ceramic tire care without speckles – long-lasting deep black
INNOVACAR
"SC5" Tire Dressing — Tyre Care
Versatile tire and plastic care with long-lasting protection
Meguiars
ULTIMATE "Insane Shine" Tire & Trim Gel Tyre Care
High-gloss tire gel for deep black, shiny tires and trim
SONAX
XTREME Ceramic Tyre+Wheel Detailer Quick-Detailer
2-in-1 Ceramic Care: Cleans, protects, and conditions tires and rims
SONAX
XTREME Tyre + Plastic Cleaner Tyre & Plastic Cleaner
Tyre + plastic cleaner – combo cleaner for wheels & exterior plastics
Meguiars
Ultimate Insane Shine Tire Spray tyre care
Fast Tire Care — intense shine in seconds
Dr. Wack "P21S"
P21S "Felgen-Detailer" Quick Detailer for Wheels
Heat-Resistant Wheel Detailer with Strong Beading Effect
Soft99
Revitalize your tires with natural black tint.
SONAX
PROFILINE ReifenGlanz "Wet Look" Tyre Care
Tyre gloss "Wet Look" – high-gloss tyre dressing for pro businesses
Meguiars
GOLD CLASS Endurance Tire Gel — Tyre Care
Tire Care for a Perfect Finish
GYEON
Alkaline basic cleaning for coattable tire sidewalls
GYEON
GYEON Q²M TireExpress – Polymer Tire Dressing for Weeks of Black
Paint care complements washing and drying with products for a well-maintained surface appearance. Detailers remove light residue, drying aids assist with water removal, and specific formulas provide additional protection. Use depends on the level of soiling and existing sealant; heavy dirt should be removed through washing first.
Koch-Chemie
Finish Spray Exterior "Fse" Quick Detailer with Kalk-EX
Acidic quick detailer with Kalk-EX formula for paint, glass & plastics
Koch-Chemie
Quick & Shine "Qs" Quick Detailer
All-rounder for quick shine and color enhancement
Koch-Chemie
Quick Finish "Qf" All-Round Finish Spray / Quick Detailer
All-round finish spray for radiant surfaces and shine
SONAX
XTREME Ceramic QuickDetailer Quick-Detailer
Ceramic Quick Detailer — Ceramic Detailer with Si-Carbon Protection
GYEON
Q²M CeramicDetailer Ceramic Quick Detailer
SiO₂ Quick Detailer for Ceramic Coatings — up to 6 weeks protection
Meguiars
Quik Detailer "Mist & Wipe" Quick-Detailer
Quick Detailer Spray for Paint, Glass, and Chrome
Dr. Wack "S100"
"S100" Motorcycle Quick Cleaner – Detailer for Bikes
Fast Motorcycle Cleaning without Water, Effective and Gentle
Meguiars
Ultimate Insane Shine Paint Glosser Spray Sealant
Spray on, wipe off — intense paint gloss in one minute
ZviZZer
Water-based quick detailer for gloss between washes
SONAX
PROFILINE Quick Detailer — Spray Sealant 5 Liters
Meguiars
GOLD CLASS Quik Detailer Quick Detailer
Quick Detailer for a Perfect Finish
GYEON
Q²M QuickDetailer Quick Detailer with Carnauba Wax
Carnauba Quick Detailer for dry paint care without washing
Film and PPF care maintains the intended finish of suitable vehicle and paint protection films. Material composition and surface coating determine the choice of product. Matte and glossy finishes have different care requirements; a desired color enhancement on one film may undesirably alter the appearance of another.
Koch-Chemie
Cleans thoroughly and gently, preserves the shine of the paint surface
Koch-Chemie
Ceramic Effect Shampoo "Ces" Maintenance Shampoo with Long-Term Sealant Effect
Care shampoo with SiO₂ sealant for coating-compatible hand wash
Koch-Chemie
Rapid Rinseless Wash "Rrw" — Rinseless Car Wash
Fast, paint-friendly washing without rinsing
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "MagicShampoo" Care Shampoo
Nourishing Shine Shampoo with Sealing Effect
INNOVACAR
"DS" Scale Anti-Limescale Car Shampoo
Effective Anti-Limescale Car Shampoo for Perfect Vehicle Care
GYEON
pH-neutral car shampoo for coatings and waxes
INNOVACAR
"SP1" Prewash Pre-Wash Car Shampoo
Effective Pre-Wash Shampoo for Thorough Car Care
SONAX
XTREME Film Cleaner Special Cleaner for Wraps
Film Cleaner — Special Cleaner for PPF, Vinyl, and Matte Paint
TUGA Chemie
pH-neutral car shampoo concentrate with lychee scent, LSP safe
Koch-Chemie
NanoMagic Shampoo "Nms" Nano Shampoo
High-tech shampoo with nano-sealant for maximum paint protection
Koch-Chemie
Glanzwachsshampoo "Gw" car shampoo with sealant
Car shampoo for shine and protection with integrated sealant
SONAX
XTREME FoamGiant Shampoo Car Shampoo
FoamGiant — pH-neutral, gigantic foam carpet, film-safe
Textile and convertible top care depends on fiber, color, and current condition. Suitable products complement cleaning and can, for instance, refresh the color of a textile top. They do not replace structural repairs or automatically provide waterproofing; material approval and the intended application determine the selection.
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Pol Star" cleaner concentrate for fabric, leather & Alcantara
pH-neutral cleaner concentrate for fabric, Alcantara & smooth leather
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
Allround Textile Sealant "St0.01" Premium Fabric Sealant
Optimal Textile Sealant for Long-Lasting Protection
SONAX
XTREME Upholstery+Alcantara Cleaner (Propellant-Free) Upholstery Cleaner
Upholstery + Alcantara Cleaner — propellant-free, neutralizes odors
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "TexLock" fabric sealant
Universal textile sealant with Easy-to-Clean effect
GYEON
Dirt rolls off – SiO₂ impregnation for automotive textiles
INNOVACAR
"SC4" Tex Coat Textile Sealant
Textile and leather waterproofing with long-lasting effect
SONAX
PROFILINE FabricCoating fabric impregnation
FabricCoating — Textile impregnation for convertibles & interiors
Meguiars
Convertible Top Cleaner soft top cleaner
Convertible Top Cleaner for all Convertible Top Materials
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "CoverGuard" textile sealant
Special textile sealing with subsequent easy-to-clean effect
Soft99
Fabric Seat Spot Remover stain remover
Efficient stain remover for textile surfaces
Soft99
Cloth Barrier Fabric Coat Fabric Protector
Revolutionary protection for car interiors and convertible tops
Meguiars
FOAMING FLOORMAT and Carpet Cleaner for Car Mats & Carpets
Textile cleaners for a perfect finish
Car Fragrance & Odor: Car fragrances and odor treatments serve different purposes. Scent products alter the olfactory impression, while cleaning and appropriate odor neutralizers address the source of a nuisance. The choice depends on the cause and the desired result; a stronger fragrance does not replace the drying of damp upholstery or the cleaning of residual deposits.
Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK
COLOURLOCK "Fresh Up" Odour Neutraliser with Fresh Scent
Fresh and effective odor neutralizer for interiors and leather
GYEON
Q²M OdorRemover "Purify Line" Odour Remover
Odor Remover Purify Line – neutralizes instead of masking
CarPro
"So2Pure" 2.0 Air-Purifying-Coating Odour Eliminator
Innovative photocatalytic indoor coating for clean air
Meguiars
Carpet & Cloth "Re-Fresher" Odour Remover
Odor eliminator spray for upholstery, carpets, and textiles
INNOVACAR
Fresh interiors thanks to innovative odor remover
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Care: care products keep suitable vehicle materials looking the way they should. Leather, trim, rubber, paint and fabrics all want different products.
The state of the material, how it feels under your hand and the gloss level you want decide the choice; care, cleaning and sealing stay separate jobs.
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