Best Ways To Keep Your Car Interior Clean In Nigeria

Most Nigerians tend to pay so much attention to keeping the exterior of their cars clean but somehow neglect the interior. Fact is, the interior of a car is as important as the exterior and should be given proper cleaning attention too. It speaks well of you as an individual, if passengers can sit comfortably in your car without having to close their noses because of bad odour or get their clothes stained because of too much dust in your car. Now, I understand that keeping your car interior clean can be a lot of stressful work, but then, there are simple strategies to keep it clean and tidy always. In this article, I will show you the best ways to keep your car interior clean:

1. DUST REGULARLY

Most roads in Nigeria are either untarred or in poor condition, this condition allows for much dust in the air which can end up settling in your car interior. This is why it is important that you dust regularly if you want to keep your car interior clean. If there are stubborn stains proving hard to clean off on your car seats, door panels etc, you can make use of warm water and baking soda to get rid of those stains.

2. CLEAR THE GARBAGE

Garbage, if left uncleared in your vehicle, will make it unhealthy. They contribute to making foul smells in your car and even promote the spread of disease-causing organisms. Remove the garbage in your car including dirty, unused napkins, books, nylons, toys, food leftovers, papers etc. When clearing out the garbage from your car’s interior, you can use a napkin if need be.

3. VACUUM OFTEN

A car vacuum is an essential cleaning tool you need to have. If you don’t have one, it’s advisable you get one as soon as possible. A vacuum cleaner makes cleaning the inside of your car, especially the carpets and floor mats extremely easier and more effective. It also makes cleaning out the dust, dirt, and debris from the car seats, upholstery and headliners faster. When using the vacuum cleaner, make sure you pay attention to the task at hand, so that you can do a thorough job.

4. GET THE RIGHT CLEANING AGENT/TOOLS

To give your car interior that spotless look and fresh smell, you need to use the right cleaning agent/tools. Most cars have recommended cleaning agents to be used for cleaning the interior. Check out your vehicle’s requirements and use them accordingly. Most Nigerian car owners make use of cleaners such as detergents, mild soap, cleaning wipes, clean microfiber cloths, or rags to clean their car’s interior. When it comes to cleaning those hard to reach areas and tough spots like air vents, leather car seats, you can make use of soft brush, spray, spot removal products, paintbrushes etc. Other natural cleaning products like toothpaste, baking soda, alcohol, vinegar can also be used.

5. CLEAN THE FRONT PANEL, DOOR PANELS AND STEERING WHEEL

The front panels, door panels and steering wheel are usually places where you frequently come in contact as the owner and driver of a car. These areas are prone to dust and also various tough stains. You can clean them with a damp microfiber cloth, soap, and water.

6. CLEAN THE DASHBOARD AND AIR VENTS

If left uncleaned, the dashboard of a car will look faded and eventually begin to crack, wear, and tear. Similarly, the air vents of your car, if not properly cleaned and taken care of, can begin to release a bad odour. The dashboard of a car is an important interior compartment that visitors and on-lookers tend to see when they look at your car. It can be very embarrassing if it’s dirty. Keep your dashboard clean by using cleaning wipes, interior cleaner or clean damp microfiber cloth. 

Also, it’s not a bad idea to spray air fresheners or another odour neutralizer in your car. This will give your car interior a refreshing and welcoming feel. 

7. GET A CAR SEAT ORGANIZER

If you have kids or toddlers, a car seat organizer is an important car accessory you need to get. When you have kids, your car becomes prone to getting cluttered with toys, shoes, books, and other dirt. A car seat organizer is made of different compartments that can store various items including travel items, treats, toys, and can be hung at the back seat of the car. Rearranging your car and finding it becomes faster with a car seat organizer.

8. CLEAN OFF MUD/DIRT OFF YOUR SHOES

Mud and dirt underneath your shoes and that of other passengers is one of the careless ways we get our car interior space dirty. This stains the floor mats, carpets, and sometimes the car seats. Before hopping into your car, check underneath for feet for mud and dirt. Remember to dust off your shoes if it’s extremely dirty.

CONCLUSION

Keeping a neat car interior gives your car a refreshing and sparkling look. Always endeavour to keep your car interior neat at all times.