In this video I rip through 44 tips I genuinely wish I had when I started detailing—because most beginner mistakes aren’t “lack of skill,” they’re dumb habits that quietly ruin results. This is the boring stuff that actually matters: staying organized, not cross-contaminating towels, setting up your workflow so you’re not dragging grit across paint, and using the right tools so you’re not fighting the job the whole time. No hype—just real-world habits that make your washes safer, your interiors cleaner, and your finishes more consistent. I also talk about the gear that fixes problems fast: proper microfiber (because cheap towels are paint damage with a logo), dedicated glass towels to stop streak-chasing, bins to keep clean/dirty stuff separated, and comfort/safety items like knee pads, gloves, glasses, and masks—because detailing beats you up if you let it. For the wash side, a pressure washer + foam cannon combo and a leaf blower for drying are simple upgrades that save time and reduce marring. If you’re trying to go from “I cleaned it” to “this looks professionally detailed,” these are the habits that get you there.