The car was a terrifying hotbed of dirt!　Five points for car cleaning that can be done in just one hour

It is easy to let your guard down because it is made of a material that does not show dirt easily

Floor mats are one of the areas where dirt accumulates the most. Thoroughly wash it with water and dry it thoroughly before putting it in the car.

Many people get on and off the car. It's a place where you can eat and drink while taking a break inside, and if you think about it, it's a place that can get as dirty as your house. Moreover, the outside air that comes in while driving may contain dust and the like. However, many people do not clean regularly. In the first place, the interior of the car is made of materials that make dirt less noticeable, and it is easy for outside light to enter, so it is easy to see cleanly. Of course I'm wrong, but... I don't know what to do, so there are many cases where I just leave it as it is. [Photo] 6 gaps in cars where dirt easily accumulates! 1) Put everything that can be put out of the car.The same is true at home, and we try to keep things as they are when cleaning. I wonder if it's moving or shifting at most. If that's the case, it will only be half-finished, so take down what you can and keep it in a rough state as much as possible. In the case of a car, it should not be difficult to put it down because it is narrow. 2) Wash the floor mat properly　There should be a floor mat on the floor. At home, it's the carpet. Even if the floor is a little dirty, you can cover it with a mat, so wash the floor mat thoroughly. The trick is not to use a machine at a gas station, but to wash with a brush while running water. If it is very dirty, you can use laundry soap. At that time, it is recommended to dry it indoors to prevent the smell of half-dried and the growth of bacteria. After washing, it is also an iron rule to dry it completely, and it is not hygienic to do it halfway.

If you follow the steps in order, it will be completed in about an hour!

The dirt on the seat is not noticeable, but it is actually quite dirty, so it might be a good idea to wash it regularly.

3) Thoroughly vacuum the floor 　Because I have removed as much as possible outside the car, including the floor mat, I will vacuum next time. Every corner of the floor is covered. Instead of squeezing the seat and backrest, open the stitched parts and the buttocks that are gaps, and insert the nozzle there to suck it out. Also, it's normal to hang on your knees, and this will make your eyes look from above. In that case, there are places that you can't see, and you'll miss something. Then you should be able to see things you haven't seen before. In particular, under the seat, you can find garbage, dust, and leftovers of sweets, etc., and you can clean it even more perfectly. 4) Complete with a wet wipe: There are sheet cleaners, but using them correctly takes time and effort. If the effect is also for DIY, it may be so-so. Considering the effort and effect, wiping with water is enough, and the cleaning power of water cannot be underestimated in the first place. The trick is to first wipe the entire surface with a loosely wrung wet towel, then wipe again with a tightly wrung towel. It feels like it floats first and then removes it, including dirt. 5) Finishing details Don't forget the small details such as the drink holder, the inside of the storage space, the area around the switch, and the release button for the seatbelt. A wet towel that has been tightly wrung out can be used here as well. Using your fingertips as a core, wipe frequently. "This is the end." Just take out what you put out, vacuum it, and wipe it with water. Depending on the type and size of the car, it should be completed in about an hour. The inside of the car has a complicated shape, and even if it looks difficult because it is made of a combination of multiple materials, it is not troublesome or difficult if you do it in order, so please give it a try.

Akashi Kondo