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A More Earth-Friendly Car Washing

by Hannah Ang in Activism, May 7, 2009

Car wash the earth-friendly way.

We all go for car washing. We need to protect our cars also. It is not just enough that we have bought the car. It is not also enough that we have gotten an insurance for our car to protect it. The most practical way of protecting our car is by washing. Sometimes, this is what we neglect most. We think that the rain can do the washing. We think that it would not be harmful to our cars if we do not wash it from time to time. Washing is just like taking a bath. This is our car taking a bath as well.

However, when we go for car washing, we should consider it to be earth friendly. It is not just mere washing. We need to go for tips as to what is good for our environment. After all, we need to protect our environment as well. Especially if you live in an area known for high corrosion, such as near the ocean, then it gives you more the reason to wash your car to protect it.

There are some ways to help us to protect our environment. We can still wash our car and preserve the environment.

First of all, when you wash your car, wash it on the grass. This somewhat serves a double purpose—aside from washing your car, the grass gets to drink water too. In fact the soil will also aid in breaking down the impurities.

A hose is not just for washing. You have to know when to use it. It is important that you just use the hose when you are rinsing. Then, do not forget to use an adjustable trigger nozzle to improve the pressure while you are reducing water consumption. You have to be wise about it because if you do not need water, you should not put it to waste.

Aside from being wise in using the water, you should also use an earth friendly detergent, or consider not using at all if possible. Just make sure when you do use it, do not use excessive of it. Read the instruction and recommendation of the manufacturer. Be wise in using your money as well especially if you are not going to get a good result out of it.

It is more advisable to use a bucket and a sponge in washing your car than using a hose. This will be a good exercise for you as well. You are not only helping the environment and preserving water, but you are also helping yourself by having a very good exercise.

Remember that hot metal evaporates water more quickly. Wash your car in the shade, it is safer. In fact it is better if you wait for a cloudy day or do it early in the morning or even in the evening so that it is not harmful for you. It is also safe for your car.

Do not wash your car out of a habit rather wash it out of a necessity. Washing should not be done every minute of the day. It should not be done also just because you feel like doing it. When you wash it, it should be because you need to wash it.

What is an automated car wash? Is it environmental friendly? Not all the time. Well, if you happen to pass by a car wash on your way to and from work, or during any of your regular driving, maybe it is more environmentally friendly. In fact automated car washes use less water than regular home washing.

There are those earth friendly products that use vegetable extracts and silicone. If you are concern about the environment, you will use it more. It is a good alternative. It is now time for us to practice moderation in all things. We do not need to use water excessively. Watching our environment is also preserving our water. We should not waste it.

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