How to Dress Tires for a Clean OEM Look (No Sling!)
Want to dress your tires for a clean OEM look — with no sling? In this simple guide, I’ll show you how to dress tires for a subtle, professional finish that lasts — using the right products and technique.
Tire dressing is one of the easiest ways to make your car look freshly detailed — but too often, it’s done wrong:
- Greasy, shiny finishes that attract dust
- Sticky dressings that sling onto your paint
- Uneven application that looks amateur
The goal? A clean, uniform, OEM-style look — with zero sling.
In this guide, I’ll show you:
- The best type of tire dressing to use
- The proper way to prep tires
- The exact technique to apply dressing for a clean OEM finish
- Pro tips for durability and appearance
Products You’ll Need
- All Dressed Up — Water-based trim and tire dressing (OEM finish, no sling)
- All Blacked Out Applicators — Tire dressing applicators
- Pure Magic Cleaner — To properly clean and prep tires
- Tire brush
- Microfiber towels
Step 1 — Clean Tires Properly
The #1 mistake most people make is applying dressing on dirty tires — this leads to poor bonding, sling, and uneven appearance.
👉 To prep tires correctly:
- Spray Pure Magic Cleaner onto the tire sidewall
- Allow to dwell for 30–60 seconds
- Scrub thoroughly with a tire brush
- Rinse and repeat until the rinse water runs clear
Pro tip: Tires hold a lot of old dressing and road grime — don’t rush this step!
Step 2 — Dry the Tires
👉 After cleaning, dry the tires completely with a microfiber towel — this ensures maximum bonding of your dressing.
Step 3 — Apply All Dressed Up
- Apply All Dressed Up onto an All Blacked Out Applicator
- Work the product into the sidewall evenly — cover the entire surface
- Use a thin, even coat — don’t overload the tire (this is key to no sling!)
Pro tip: Less is more — All Dressed Up is designed to give a clean, matte to satin OEM look — not a fake shine.
Step 4 — Let It Dry
- Allow the dressing to dry fully before driving — this prevents sling and ensures a uniform finish
- For maximum durability, let it cure for 20–30 minutes if possible
Optional — Second Coat for Higher Gloss
If you prefer a slightly richer look:
- Apply a second thin coat after the first coat has fully dried
- This builds depth without causing sling or attracting dust
Why Use All Dressed Up?
- Water-based — no greasy feel, no sling
- OEM-style finish — matte to satin depending on application
- Durable — lasts through washes
- Safe for tires and trim
- Easy to apply and control with All Blacked Out Applicators
Pro Tips for Best Results
- Always clean tires thoroughly before dressing
- Dry tires fully before applying dressing
- Use a thin, even coat — more is not better
- Let the dressing dry fully before driving
- Maintain regularly — touch up every few weeks to keep the look fresh
Recommended Products
- All Dressed Up — Water-based trim and tire dressing
- All Blacked Out Applicators — Tire dressing applicators
- Pure Magic Cleaner — Tire and wheel cleaner for proper prep
Conclusion
👉 Want a clean OEM tire look — with zero sling? Just follow this process:
- Clean tires thoroughly with Pure Magic Cleaner
- Dry tires completely
- Apply a thin, even coat of All Dressed Up using All Blacked Out Applicators
- Let it dry fully — enjoy the clean, professional finish!
👉 With this simple routine — your tires will look incredible — and stay clean and protected — without the sling and mess of typical tire dressings.
