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FAQ's: All Purpose Cleaners (APC)
An all purpose cleaner, often called an APC, is one of the most versatile car detailing products you can have. It’s designed to break down and lift dirt, grime, grease and stains from a wide range of surfaces across both the interior and exterior of your car. From engine bays and wheel arches to carpets, trims and upholstery, a quality all purpose car cleaner can cover it all. What makes an APC car cleaner so valuable is its ability to adapt. Depending on the dilution, it can be tough enough to clean a filthy tyre or gentle enough to wipe down a dashboard. Most are alkaline-based, meaning they’re effective against organic grime, oils and residues that build up during regular use.
Yes, most all purpose car cleaners are designed to be diluted, especially when sold as a concentrate. The dilution ratio will depend on the surface you're working on and how dirty it is. For example, you might use a 10:1 ratio for interior plastics but go stronger at 4:1 or 1:1 for tyres or engine bays. Always check the label of your APC car cleaner before mixing. Most manufacturers provide a guide for safe and effective dilutions across different areas of the car. Using too strong of a mix on delicate surfaces can cause staining, while going too weak on heavy grime may reduce cleaning power.
All purpose car cleaners are made to be incredibly versatile and can be used across a wide variety of surfaces but like any chemical, care and correct dilution is key. Interior surfaces like plastic, vinyl, upholstery, carpet and leather can generally be cleaned with an APC, provided it is diluted appropriately. Many APCs are also used on dashboards, door panels and trim with great results. On the exterior, APCs are safe for areas like painted panels, wheels, tyres, glass, headlights and taillights. However, we don’t recommend using them on delicate finishes, instrument screens or raw aluminium without testing first. When in doubt, spot test on an inconspicuous area and rinse thoroughly after use.
Absolutely. A quality APC car cleaner can be very effective at lifting tough stains from surfaces like fabric, vinyl, carpet and rubber when used properly. The key is to match your dilution ratio to the job, pre-treat the area, and use the right brush or cloth to agitate the cleaner into the surface. For stains that have been baked in or neglected for a long time, a stronger dilution may be needed, along with multiple applications. APCs are particularly effective on oily residue, brake dust in wheel arches, and general grime that shampoo or interior cleaners struggle to shift. Just make sure to rinse or wipe the surface well after use to avoid residue or staining.
