In this day and age and the climate crisis we are going through, washing a car without water is simple is considered a more ecological alternative to “traditional” washing with water. Because according to the Ministry of Natural Resources, washing a car with a Kärcher or roller is a real scourge. According to their estimates, every year the French consume about 35 million cubic meters of water wash your cars which is equivalent to approx 1109 liters per second! But what exactly are we talking about? The waterless washing method involves manual cleaning of the car body and windows. With the help of rags or napkins, as well as cleaning products. A very small amount of water can be used to dilute these products and obtain an effective result. This is a “dry” wash, almost without water.

What are the advantages of this method?

• Saving water : As the name suggests, waterless washing uses very little, if any, water. What makes it a ecological option and helps preserve the planet’s water resources.
• Saving time : Washing without water is available faster than traditional washing high pressure jet or roller. In just one step, your car is clean, without applying multiple layers of products or rinsing the car.
• Mobility : Washing without water makes it possible wash your car almost anywhere. Be it at home, at work or on the go. It does not require access to a specific water supply point, which provides greater flexibility.
• Paint protection : Some waterless laundry detergents contain paint protectants. Like wax or polymers that can help preserve and give shine to the paint coating car

What are the disadvantages of this method?

• Risk of scratches : Pay attention to the sponges/cloths and detergents you use. Dirt particles can get trapped in a rag and damage the paint.
• Limitations for persistent pollutants : Waterless washing is not allowed does not remove stubborn dirt as effectively. Like insect stains or soil residues.
• chemical dependence : some waterless detergents contain chemicals. They can be hard to paint vehicle if they are not used for their intended purpose. Or if low-quality products are used. In the same way, they use toxic compounds. Their all-plastic packaging is also not the most environmentally friendly.

Summarizing waterless washing effective for regular and easy maintenance vehicle, especially for vehicles that are not too dirty. However, it is better for more persistent contaminants choose traditional washing with water. In this case, watch your water intake, and ideally use organic products (non-toxic and without plastic packaging).

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