How to Keep Black Paint Looking Glossy Year-Round
Black paint is stunning when glossy—but it’s also the hardest to maintain. With the right products and a year-round plan, your black car can look freshly detailed every day of the year.
Quick answer: Wash weekly with The Super Soaper, dry with a Massive Drying Towel or blower, apply Tough As Shell monthly, polish once a year with Picture Perfect Polish, and maintain gloss with The Gloss Boss every 2–3 years.
Year-Round Black Car Care Made Easy
Follow this proven routine and your black paint will never look dull or streaky again.
Weekly routine
- Wash: Pre-soak with The Super Soaper to loosen dirt.
- Dry: Use a blower or Massive Drying Towel to avoid swirls.
- Quick detail: Use Tough As Shell as a drying aid to refresh gloss.
This simple weekly routine keeps black paint from dulling. Consistency is key—the more often you maintain, the less correction you’ll need later.
Monthly routine
- Reapply ceramic spray: One coat of Tough As Shell keeps hydrophobic protection strong.
- Inspect paint: Catch light swirls or spots before they worsen.
- Deep clean wheels: Use Pure Magic Cleaner to keep wheels matching glossy paint.
Seasonal adjustments
- Summer: Reapply ceramic spray every 3–4 weeks to fight UV damage.
- Winter: Protect before snow or salt exposure—coat early, then top monthly.
- Rainy seasons: Add Tough As Shell every 3 weeks to prevent water-spot etching.
The Ultimate Black Car Routine
Wash weekly. Spray monthly. Polish yearly. Coat every 2–3 years.
Everything you need for 365 days of gloss.
Yearly maintenance
- Polish once a year: Picture Perfect Polish removes swirls and restores depth.
- Reapply coating: The Gloss Boss every 2–3 years keeps black paint sealed.
- Interior check: Don’t forget inside—use Complete Cabin Cleaner for OEM-matte interior gloss.
Conversion-driven benefits of a year-round plan
- Save money: Avoid expensive paint correction by maintaining consistently.
- Save time: Quick maintenance beats full correction jobs.
- Peace of mind: No more worrying about fading or dullness.
- Showroom look: Your black car looks freshly detailed year-round.
Pro tips
- Always dry immediately—water spots are brutal on black paint.
- Use high-quality towels only—cheap ones scratch black finishes.
- Apply Tough As Shell as a drying aid for streak-free results.
- Keep The Gloss Boss topped every 2–3 years for pro-level depth.
Common mistakes
- Skipping routine washes: Black cars get dusty fast.
- Relying only on wax: It won’t last and causes streaks.
- Not adjusting for seasons: Summer UV and winter salt need special care.
- Using poor tools: Cheap sponges and towels ruin glossy paint fast.
Keep Your Black Car Glossy All Year
Stop chasing shine. Follow this simple routine with Jimbo’s Detailing products for flawless black paint, 365 days a year.
