Wheel Whiskers ® are sold in increments of 1 metre. Please note in your Special Instructions whether you wish to have separate increments or continuous length. Taking the wheels off a car will allow you to perform a much deeper clean on the wheel itself as well as the wheel well. It would also give you the option to use drill brushes and other cleaning equipment that you may have.

Barrel brushes can be used for more than just alloys too. Car grilles, exhausts, intricate styling features and engine bays will have their fair share of hard-to-clean nooks that a barrel brush can be used in too. Just make sure it's clean first. What to look for in a good barrel brush: The main problem I have with these, especially when using them for wheel wells is the fact that they’re so soft. They’re absolutely great for plastic splash guards but are pretty useless on carpeted ones. The best wheel brushes differ slightly from regular brushes for cars will avoid exposed metal because metal can leave nasty scratches on your freshly cleaned alloys. Now, the problem that you’ll face when using scrub brushes on the wheels wells is that it takes a lot of effort. You’ll have to get down on your knees and be willing to get up close and personal with your car. This is due to their very short handles.Pair with your favorite wheel cleaner from Autobrite, and remove dirt and grime from hard-to-reach areas of your car, motorcycle, or motorhome. Also in this section you'll find a range of tyre dressing applicators, perfect for applying your favourite tyre dressings. Perfect as a wheel arch brush and tyre brush. This must-have car detailing accessory is great for cleaning dirty wheels and difficult-to-reach areas on your vehicle. The long handle makes reaching suspension components, engine bays, lower sills, and under-wheel arches much easier. The soft-bristled brush is non-scratch and has an ergonomic design with comfort grip for excellent cleaning and moveability. Bristles - The general rule worth following is to go as soft as you can for cleaning anything metal and tougher for cleaning tyres. There's little difference in terms of performance between lambswool, nylon and microfibre, so it'll likely fall down to personal preference. Most feature a metal centre with bristles attached, and have to be used with care to prevent scratching the wheels. They vary in size, but longer brushes make it easier to clean the inside of the wheel. How we tested them

Despite the fact that it claims the bristles are extra soft and scratch-free, I still think they’re pretty strong and could cause damage to painted surfaces. If you’re buying this brush, please, only use it on your splash guards and surfaces that cannot be scratched. Materials - A good barrel brush will either use nylon, microfibre or lambswool for the brush head. Which head material you prefer will depend almost purely on personal preference. All offer roughly the same cleaning abilities and require the same level of maintenance. There are a couple of technical differences, but for personal use, there isn't anything that places one above the others. When buying this Chemical Guys set you’ll receive 3 different-sized wheel woolies that will allow you to clean even the hardest to reach areas. The handles will also bend and flex to make it easier to fit into certain spaces. The EZ Detail EZGO Brush is a very popular brush. It’s used by many for cleaning wheels, but in this case, I recommend using it for the wheel wells. Multi Purpose Long Reach Brush is lightweight and durable and certainly a vital tool for your Autobrite Detailing arsenal!

You may look at these brushes and think that any old bristled object may suffice for cleaning your wheels. While you're technically correct, you risk damaging your alloys, and the results won't be anywhere near as good. Barrel brushes are the only real way of cleaning the rear wheels of a Gandini masterpiece. These brushes are designed to slip effortlessly between the rim and brake disc to clean those inner barrels without having to dig out the impact wrench, allowing for the easy cleaning of a classic Lambo.