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Comparing Car Cleaners: Measure the Soil Left Behind, Not Just the Dirty Runoff
Dark runoff shows that material is leaving the surface, but it does not establish how much contamination remains. A useful cleaner comparison defines the acceptable final surface and checks it after the approved rinse and drying process.
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The key distinction
Runoff appearance depends on soil type, water volume, lighting and how the liquid is collected. A small amount of strongly coloured contamination may look dramatic, while another residue may be difficult to see. Use runoff as an observation, not as the only performance score or a substitute for final inspection.
Practical checks
- Define the starting soil and the final cleanliness observation before comparing products.
- Keep the approved application and removal processes documented, including the amount of product used.
- Inspect the dry surface under consistent conditions and record any further work required to reach the agreed result.
Example
Illustrative example: two cleaners produce different-looking runoff from comparable test areas. After drying, one area still has a visible film. The useful comparison includes that remaining film and the additional cleaning required; a video of the runoff alone would omit the customer's actual outcome.
Scope and limits
Do not use a more aggressive cleaner merely to create a dramatic demonstration. The method must remain appropriate for the surface and any existing protection. If cleanliness cannot be judged visually, seek a suitable assessment method for the specific question rather than inventing a universal score.
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