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Learn how to make a homemade tire polish with simple ingredients, which leaves your car looking new and lasts even on rainy days.
Keeping your car tires shining is not just an aesthetic issue, but also a way to add value to your vehicle. The “little black”, popular produto used in car washes and gas stations, it can be made at home with accessible ingredients that are often already present in your pantry.
In this guide, we've put together safe recipes and practical tips for you to create your own little black dress, avoiding ingredients that can damage the rubber.
Why make black at home?
In addition to being cheaper than buying ready-made products, homemade black tea allows you to customize the formula and avoid aggressive components.
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Many brands available on the market use petroleum derivatives, which can dry out and compromise the useful life of tires.
Making the product at home is a way to save money and protect your vehicle, without sacrificing its impeccable appearance.
Ingredients to avoid
Some popular home remedies may seem effective at first glance, but they hide pitfalls. Check out what to avoid:
- Sugar with coffee: This mixture, if not properly dosed, can leave white spots on the tires. In addition, sugar tends to attract dust and dirt.
- Coca Cola: Soda is widely used, but it contains sugar and acid that can wear down rubber.
- Kerosene: Although it gives an immediate shine, kerosene dries out tires and reduces their durability, and can even cause cracks.
Recommended ingredients
To ensure a safe and long-lasting shine, choose components that do not harm the integrity of your tires. Check out some effective options:
- Gooseberry: Economical and easy to find, blackcurrant gives a moderate shine and is easy to apply.
- Glycerin: One of the most popular ingredients, it gives intense shine and helps to moisturize the rubber.
- Nugget: Although best known as a shoe shine product, it is great for making tires shine.
- Plaid dye: When combined with liquid wax, it offers a professional, long-lasting shine.
- White glue: A cheap alternative, ideal for those looking for value for money without giving up good results.
Recipes for black tires
Now that you know what to use and what to avoid, check out the best homemade blackcurrant recipes. They are all easy to prepare and provide an excellent finish.
Blackcurrant with Blackcurrant
- Ingredients:
- 100 ml blackcurrant syrup
- 100 ml of 70% alcohol
- 1 tablespoon of vinegar
- Mixing container
- Brush or sponge
- Preparation: Mix the ingredients in a container until you get a homogeneous solution. Apply to the side of the tires with a brush or sponge, spreading evenly.
Little black with glycerin
- Ingredients:
- 100 ml liquid glycerin
- 100 ml of 70% alcohol
- 100 ml of water
- Mixing container
- Brush or sponge
- Preparation: Mix all the ingredients until a uniform solution forms. Use a brush or sponge to apply to the side of the tires. In addition to providing shine, glycerin helps protect the rubber.
Black with Nugget
- Ingredients:
- 1 can of black nuggets
- Brush or cloth for application
- Preparation: Apply a thin layer of nugget directly to the tires using a brush or clean cloth. Spread it evenly to avoid build-up. The shine is immediate and application requires no mixing.
Black with liquid wax and Xadrez dye
- Ingredients:
- 50 ml of black checkered dye
- 50 ml colorless liquid wax
- Mixing container
- Brush or sponge
- Preparation: Mix the dye and wax in the container. Apply to the tires with a brush or sponge, ensuring a professional and long-lasting finish.
Little black one with white glue
- Ingredients:
- 100 ml of water
- 50 ml of sugar
- 50 ml white glue
- Mixing container
- Toothbrush or paintbrush
- Preparation: In one container, mix half of the water with the sugar. In another, mix the glue with the remaining water. Combine everything in a third container until you get a homogeneous solution. Apply to the tires with a brush or paintbrush.
Extra Tips
- Avoid excesses: Applying too much product can leave residue and attract dirt.
- Pre-cleaning: Before applying the black, wash the tires with water and mild soap to remove accumulated dirt.
- Small area test: Before applying any recipe, test it on a small area of the tire to ensure the product is suitable.
Keeping your tires shining has never been so easy and affordable. Choose the recipe that best suits your style and enjoy the results. Did you like the tips? Share your experience and tell us if you know any other ways to make black tires!
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