Auto Detail Insider

Headlamp restoration

2010-11-20T21:29:00.000-08:00

The faded and yellowed effect of headlamps can cause serious vision issues at night abd in bad weather. One can loose up to 50% of the stated OEM output of their headlights when get dull. Having these restored is quick and painless and literally can be life saving.

Heavy Mold in Cars In Pacific NW

2010-11-20T21:23:00.000-08:00

The Pacific NW has seen its share of damp weather over the last couple of seasons. Many cars have been inundated with mold either from self inflicted spills or leaking sunroof & plugged cowling drains. In most cases these problems can be re-mediated but when severe cases come about, one must be very careful when approaching this problem as this can effect the respritory system very quickly possible leaving long term negative effects.

Mold Remediation in Cars

2010-02-05T19:21:00.000-08:00

We have seen alot of leaking cars this winter. VW, Subaru, Honda & Scion seem to have the common problems, plugged sunroof drains & clogged cowel drains. These are usually quickly repairable. Unfortunately the interior carpet has to be removed and the wool Juit pad underneath needs to be replaced. All can be done in one day. We also recommend a thorough OZONE burst to kill the problem.

Cars for Sale Listing Service

2010-02-04T16:24:00.001-08:00

Autobella is now offering listing services for all types of vehicles from general cars & trucks to motorcycles & boats. This is a flat fee based service that is not contingent on the sale of the vehicle. We will keep your vehicle listed until it sells. The service also interfaces with Craigslist & CarFax.

IDA

2010-02-04T16:14:00.000-08:00

If you are serious about your success in the detailing industry then you should join the INTERNATIONAL DETAILING ASSOCIATION. The IDA was formed to help everyone, anywhere in the world, to grow and improve themselves and their operation. Whether you are an operator, distributor or supplier/manufacturer in the detailing industry you will gain from your membership in this worldwide organization. The IDA is serious in its efforts to grow the detailing industry and wants to partner with anyone who is serious about detailing.

Black Friday

2009-11-25T19:17:00.000-08:00

Autobella will be offering great discounts on all detailing services on Friday November 27th. Call us or come by.

Auto detailing on Facebook

2009-05-13T20:48:00.000-07:00

Basic to Complex Auto Detailing, Paintless Dent & Ding Removal, Paint Touch up & Scratch Repair, Rotor & Caliper Refinishing, Plastic Bumper Repair & Refinishing, Overspray Removal, Hand Washing, Deep Clean Interior Detailing, Stain & Odor Removal, Interior Leak Detection & Repair, Mold & Water Remediation, Carpet, Leather & Vinyl Dyeing, Window Tinting, ClearBra Paint Protection, Paint & Interior Protection Applications, Gift Certificates Available, Online Payment Systems-Google & PayPal.

Pre Sale Detailing

2009-05-13T20:47:00.001-07:00

Pre-Sale detailing enhances the prospect of a positive sale.

A freshly detailed car attracts all buyers and signals that a car has been well maintained. This service is a complete detail that we have tailored towards selling cars, the service is complete but the price & quality have been reduced to fit the pockets of individuals selling their cars. We tailor to all types of vehicles.

Paintless dent removal

2009-05-13T20:44:00.000-07:00

Autobella uses a proprietary process to remove door dings, small dents, hail damage and other common forms of minor body and sheet metal damage from all vehicle types without using conventional auto body repair techniques like hammering, grinding, filling and repainting.

Ideal For:

Parking lot door dings
Shopping cart dents
Indentations from balls or other thrown objects
Depressions caused by objects falling on a vehicle
Dents in the trunk or hood caused by pushing down too hard when closing
Outward dents caused by objects shifting in the trunk or by closing the lid on tall cargo
Other common forms of minor body damage
Shallow creases and horizontal imperfections

Paintless

Autobella does not use any paint during the PDR repair procedure, and our process will not damage the existing finish. This process totally eliminates the possibility of paint mismatch, variables in weathering of painted panels, and over spray on other areas of your car.

Quick and Convenient

Autobella's proven technique removes typical small dents in about an hour. In most cases, the repair can be accomplished while you wait or while your car is being detailed.

Permanent

Unlike conventional forms of auto body repair, with this process there is no possibility of shrinkage, cracking, sanding lines or paint texture differences - and it's permanent.

Economical

Our price is considerably less than the cost of traditional body shop repairs. In fact, show us your body shop estimate, and we'll charge you less than half their cost (exclu

Window Tinting

2009-05-13T20:42:00.000-07:00

Why Tint Your Windows?

You may have many reasons for tinting your windows. Maybe it’s the security of the added privacy that tinted windows provide. Or the look of the cool charcoal windows against the finish of the rest of the car. While your car looks hot on the outside, you’ll stay cooler on the inside. Suntek Window Films block out the sun’s heat so you can ride in comfort.

Driving into the sun?

Blinded by the glare of oncoming headlights on a dark road? Suntek Window Film reduces
glare both day and night. Without eyestrain, you can concentrate more on driving. Suntek Window Film blocks 99% UV rays, which can crack and fade your car’s trim, upholstery and carpet. Your car will last longer and look better.

Like everything else on your car, you want maximum performance.

Suntek Window Film has a durable scratch-resistant coating, and an adhesive that will resist bubbling, peeling or blistering. Autobella offers a lifetime warranty on film & installation for the time you own the vehicle.

ozone treatment in cars

2009-05-06T07:13:00.001-07:00

Ozone is a naturally occurring compound in which three atoms of oxygen are combined to form the ozone molecule (O3). Oxygen most commonly exists as two oxygen atoms (O2). Ozone is formed when energy from ultraviolet (UV) light or electrical discharge break the O2 bonds, forming single oxygen atoms which recombine with O2 molecules to form ozone. Ozone is an unstable molecule owing to the weak bonds holding the third oxygen atom. This instability makes ozone a naturally powerful oxidizing and disinfecting agent. Oxidation occurs when ozone molecules come in contact with oxidizable substances, including microorganisms (viruses, molds, and bacteria), as well as organic and inorganic compounds (metal ions, plastics and rubbers).

Overspray Removal

2008-10-06T21:03:00.001-07:00

Even a slight wind can carry most airborne contaminants far beyond a work site. These airborne particles can damage most any surface and may drift for several miles. Below is a general breakdown of the common types of debris that can be found on vehicles.

Paint Coatings and Linings

These materials are commonly used for corrosion protection and are usually applied by spray, brush or roller. Common types of coatings and linings are epoxies, urethanes, alkyds and acrylics.

Industrial Fallout & Chemical Emissions

Plant operations create various types of emissions such as petrochemical by-products and post-stack combustion. Other manufacturing operations can produce various types of emissions such as fly ash, smoke and other chemical releases.

Roofing / Resurfacing Material / Tar / Oil Deposits

Surfacing materials used on roofs such as polyurethane foam or asphalt, tar and oil used on roadways are examples of these types of overspray. Metal Oxides – Metal fabrication, railroad transportation, sandblasting and mining operations produce metal oxide by-products. These by-products, commonly referred to as "rail dust," can rust after settling on the finish, causing light-red spots.

Cement / Mineral Deposits

Cement, salt, lime, fertilizers, calcium and other minerals may result in overspray damage to the paint finish and other surfaces if left untreated.

Environmental Damage / Acid Rain

Industrial pollutants and emissions drift into the air and may combine with rain, snow or morning dew to form acids. These diluted acids settle on the vehicle’s surface and as water evaporation occurs, the acid becomes of a higher concentration and may damage the surfaces, leaving slight depressions or craters.

Organic Airborne Materials

Acidic properties in bird droppings, insects, trees and pollen may cause organic damage to painted surfaces. If not treated, in time these and other organic materials may result in paint degradation.

Line Paint

Line paint from our streets is a very common type of epoxy-based reflective overspray that attaches and embeds to the top coat of the car's finish. This coating generally cures within moments of the damage occurring.

Paint Touch Up & Chip Repair

2008-10-06T20:57:00.000-07:00

This service eliminates the need to repaint most body panel paint problems caused by rock chips, flying debris, minor surface scratches and other topcoat imperfections. Our paint touch-up service on hoods, fenders and most body panels is designed to help you preserve your vehicle's original finish. We use the finest paint and materials on the market so as to guarantee a perfect color match every time.

Plastic Bumper Repair

2008-10-06T20:44:00.000-07:00

Bumpers on today's cars are generally durable, but with the constant use of cars in our sometimes hectic lives, the liability increases and unforeseen accidents will happen: a tight parking spot, someone else's bad judgment (or maybe yours), etc. A scuffed or torn bumper does not mean it's time for a new one. Most bumpers are made of traditional PVC plastic and can be repaired and molded back to perfect condition.

Thorough Interior Detailing

2008-10-06T20:42:00.000-07:00

Detailing your interior quarterly is a good idea, we spend a significant amount of time in our cars sneezing, coughing, eating & whatever else might come about, then we get out and close the windows & doors trapping germs & bacteria. General sickness can be significantly reduced buy keeping your cars interior clean.

Mold in Cars

2008-10-06T20:39:00.000-07:00

Molds are part of the natural environment. Molds are fungi that can be found anywhere - inside or outside - throughout the year. About 1,000 species of mold can be found in the United States, with more than 100,000 known species worldwide.

Outdoors, molds play an important role in nature by breaking down organic matter such as toppled trees, fallen leaves, and dead animals. We would not have food and medicines, like cheese and penicillin, without mold.

Indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Problems may arise when mold starts eating away at materials, affecting the look, smell, and possibly, with the respect to wood-framed buildings, affecting the structural integrity of the buildings.

Oxidation

2008-08-10T21:50:00.000-07:00

The typical cause of automotive paint finish oxidation is UV breakdown. This is traditional with older single stage paint and first generation clear coats.