Reclaiming training costs
If you own an existing business, the cost of a training course could qualify for tax relief… We take a look at the criteria you have to meet for this to work though.
Articles
As the leading training company in the detailing industry, UK Detailing Academy regularly publishes articles and research on techniques, skills and business to benefit those new to the industry and those looking to grow and enhance their skill set.
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pHacts
There is always a lot of confusion when starting out using the variety of chemicals in the car care industry regarding what pH actually is, and how it affects the chemicals we use and the surfaces we use them on; so we thought it could be useful to put together a brief guide on what it is…
Ultra Solid Paint
Did you get it right? Teaser results: 15% said to speed up ⇑ 85% said slow down ⇓ 85% are right – Slow. It. Down. Like, 60bpm, smooth jazz lounge slow. UHS (Ultra
GDPR for third parties
As our weekend teaser we asked: Do you need explicit permission to submit a customer email address for a coating warranty…?
As with all great questions, the answer is a clear and concise “it depends”…
In Solvent
We see ‘VOC-free’ and ‘Water-based’ and ‘Solvent-free’ being bandied around with detailing products, but what does it all mean? In this blog we look beyond the jargon and find out what it all means.
Valeting vs Detailing
Are valeting and detailing the same thing? We asked three of our trainers and got three different opinions – what do you think?
What would you do?
How do you deal with customer cancellations? In this article we look at how to manage one of the biggest bugbears for car care professionals
Photo snappery
Automotive Photography is something that inherently appeals to detailers – not only is it a great way to appreciate and showcase your work, it can become a profit centre in it’s own right. To celebrate the launch of the UKDA Automotive Photography Course, we have provided some top compositional tips for the budding shooter…
Ceramic or Wax
What’s a better protection option – a ceramic coating or a wax? Speak to most detailers, and their response when asked is: ‘Ceramic is always WAY better than wax’. And here begins the