All-purpose cleaners (or APCs as they’re known in the trade) do exactly what they say on the tin. They’re a must-have in every professional detailer's kit because they’re super versatile and can handle everything from cleaning fabric to getting grime off wheels.   

APCs are the workhorses that can do a bit of everything, and that can really save you time when you're detailing. 

The key is knowing how strong your cleaner needs to be. Always start with the least aggressive one and step it up if needed. 

Here’s how the strength stacks up: 

All Purpose Cleaners can used in concentrated or diluted form to suit the job, but always start with a subtle test area first to make sure it plays nicely with your surfaces.