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Washing your car with a high-pressure washer – thorough, safe and efficient

Washing your car is part of regular vehicle maintenance – but how do you wash your car properly, thoroughly and in an environmentally friendly way? With the AQUASTORM Premium high-pressure washer, washing your car isn’t just easier – it’s also particularly effective. On this page, you’ll find out what’s important when washing your car, what’s legally permitted, and how to achieve perfect results using the right accessories.

Why is it important to wash your car regularly?

Washing your car regularly is about more than just how it looks. Dirt, dust, insect remains, bird droppings or road salt attack the paintwork over time and can lead to corrosion. Particularly in winter and spring, washing your car regularly and thoroughly is essential for maintaining its value in the long term.

➔ Protecting the car’s paintwork from environmental factors
➔ Maintaining the vehicle’s value
➔ Improved visibility thanks to clean windows and headlights
➔ A more enjoyable driving experience

Is it allowed to wash your car at home?

Whether it is permitted to wash your car on your own property depends on local regulations. In Germany, local authorities and federal states have different regulations governing private car washing. Basically:

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Washing cars on public roads is generally prohibited

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Washing your car on your own property is often only permitted if no dirty water seeps into the groundwater

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Car washing is permitted on paved surfaces fitted with an oil separator or suitable drainage system

Our tip:

Please check with your local council about the applicable regulations before washing your car. Modern high-pressure washers help to use water efficiently and comply with environmental regulations.

Why a high-pressure washer is ideal for washing cars

A high-pressure washer is the perfect solution for a thorough yet gentle car wash for a number of reasons:

  • Saves water compared to a garden hose
  • Saves money compared with the cost of a car wash and a car wash tunnel
  • Effectively removes dirt – without the need for harsh chemicals or vigorous scrubbing
  • No scratches thanks to low-contact cleaning
  • Ideal when used with special accessories
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Achieve even better results with the right accessories

To help you clean dirt and salt off your car more efficiently with the high-pressure washer, WAGNER also offers a range of practical accessories as part of its AQUASTORM range.

AQUASTORM Foam Nozzle

Using the foam nozzle, a layer of foam can be applied evenly over the entire vehicle before washing. Use standard commercial products for this. The cleaning foam adheres perfectly to the paintwork, thereby loosening dirt particles.

AQUASTORM Foam Nozzle

AQUASTORM Scrub Brush

The Scrub Brush’s very soft bristles are ideal for manual follow-up cleaning. The brush removes even the most stubborn residues without damaging the paintwork. Perfect for: Wheels, bumpers and hard-to-reach areas.

AQUASTORM Scrub Brush

Instructions for perfect cleaning results

Expert tips for the perfect car wash

  • Never wash in direct sunlight
  • Always clean from top to bottom. This allows the dirt to drain away downwards
  • Use pH-neutral cleaning products
  • It’s better to clean regularly than infrequently and aggressively
  • When using a high-pressure cleaner: keep a distance of 20–30 cm from the vehicle’s surface

Steam cleaners – the perfect addition to car washing

As well as a high-pressure washer, a steam cleaner is also ideal for car care. Hot steam is particularly effective at removing stubborn dirt, grease and odours from wheel rims, car seats and the interior – and all without the use of chemicals.

This makes the steam cleaner the ideal addition for detailed cleaning and maintaining a hygienic standard of cleanliness in the vehicle.