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Interior Detailing Training

Interior Detailing Training

OPTiX Nano – Interior Detailing Class

Course Outline (Hands-On Training)

This class teaches the correct, safe, and efficient way to clean and detail modern vehicle interiors without causing damage. It focuses on understanding materials, choosing the right products, and building confidence through correct technique.

What We Cover

1. Introduction & Mindset

  • What proper interior detailing actually is

  • Common mistakes that cause damage

  • Understanding clean vs over-clean

  • Setting realistic expectations for results

2. Interior Assessment

  • Identifying interior materials:

    • Plastics

    • Vinyl

    • Leather

    • Fabric & carpet

  • Understanding wear vs dirt vs permanent damage

  • Knowing what can and cannot be restored

3. Safety & Preparation

  • Electrical awareness (airbags, switches, infotainment)

  • Moisture control and why over-wetting causes issues

  • Correct use of brushes, towels, and tools

  • Cabin preparation and protection

4. Interior Cleaning Theory

  • How interior cleaners work

  • pH awareness and why it matters

  • When to use:

    • APC

    • Dedicated interior cleaners

    • Leather-safe cleaners

  • Product dilution and dwell time explained

5. Practical Cleaning Techniques

  • Dashboards, consoles, and trims

  • Steering wheels, buttons, and touch points

  • Door cards and high-wear areas

  • Fabric seats and carpets (basic stain removal)

  • Leather cleaning without drying or damage

6. Interior Tools & Accessories

  • Brushes: soft vs firm and when to use each

  • Microfibre towel selection and technique

  • Vacuum technique for better results

  • Steam (overview only, if applicable)

7. Protection & Finishing

  • When (and when not) to protect interior surfaces

  • Interior dressings vs natural finishes

  • Leather conditioners and expectations

  • Achieving a clean, factory-look finish (not shiny)

8. OPTiX Interior Product System

  • Overview of the OPTiX interior range

  • Matching products to materials

  • Creating a simple, repeatable system

9. Workflow & Efficiency

  • Interior cleaning order for best results

  • Time management tips

  • Avoiding rework and cross-contamination

  • Maintaining consistency across vehicles

10. Wrap-Up & Expectations

  • What you can confidently do after the class

  • What requires more experience or equipment

  • Q&A and troubleshooting

  • Aftercare advice for maintaining interiors

What You’ll Walk Away With

  • Confidence cleaning modern interiors safely

  • Understanding of materials and product choice

  • Ability to clean leather, plastics, and fabrics correctly

  • Knowledge you can apply immediately at home or in business

Requirements & Notes

  • Students must wear enclosed shoes

  • Bring your own vehicle if possible

  • No prior experience required

  • This class focuses on safe, repeatable interior detailing, not invasive repairs

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Here is a free Interior Detailing Checklist

Preparation & Strip-Out

  1. Remove personal belongings

  2. Remove floor mats

  3. Remove spare wheel & boot floor (if applicable)

  4. Initial interior inspection & assessment

Dry Cleaning Stage

  1. Initial vacuum – seats, carpets, boot
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  2. Blow out under seats, rails & crevices
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  3. Secondary vacuum after blow-out
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

Seats & Upholstery

  1. Leather seat cleaning
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  2. Fabric seat cleaning
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  3. Seat shampoo / wet extraction
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  4. Steam cleaning (seats if required)
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

Interior Surfaces

  1. Centre console & controls
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  2. Dashboard
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  3. Door cards & arm rests
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  4. Air vents & vent fins
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  5. High-gloss interior trims
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  6. Matte / satin interior trims
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

Upper Interior

  1. Roof lining
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  2. Sun visors (front & rear)
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  3. Grab handles & overhead controls
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

Belts, Glass & Mirrors

  1. Seat belts (clean & retract safely)
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  2. Interior windows
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  3. Make-up mirrors & visor mirrors
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

Protection & Finishing

  1. Apply conditioner – leather
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  2. Apply protectant – vinyl & plastics
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  3. Dress dashboard & console (non-gloss finish)
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  4. Final wipe-down & touch-up check
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

Final Checks

  1. Reinstall mats & boot components
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  2. Odour check / neutralisation if required
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

  3. Final quality inspection
    ☐ Light ☐ Heavy ☐ Extreme

 

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