Will pressure washing my car damage it? The answer is no, if you know how to do it properly and carefully. A pressure washing machine is a powerful system that can damage almost any surface if you do not know how to use it. This is why we suggest either learning how to use a pressure washer on a vehicle properly, or hiring a professional to do it.
See below a few tips & tricks to help ensure you do not damage your vehicle while pressure washing it:
- Make sure the pressure washing hose is at least 5 meters long to ensure it is long enough to no get tangle up and hitting against your vehicle while using it.
- You will need the correct nozzle for your machine. The best one to wash a car will be one that works at 40 degrees. Note that rotary nozzles are WAY too powerful for cars.
- Ensure you are using between 1300-1900 PSI.
- Hold the pressure washer a good distance from the car to ensure it will not damage it.
- An electric pressure washer will be better for the job to clean a car, over a gas-powered one.
- Make sure you are using the correct detergents. You do not want to use any that will be too strong or damaging to the paint on your vehicle.