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We clean cars
properly.

Premium mobile valeting and detailing delivered to your door across Richmond and South West London.

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Fully Insured
Self-Contained
SONAX Trained
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Simple Process

How it works.

Three steps. No hassle. No disruption to your day.

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Choose your service

Pick a package below or message us on WhatsApp and we'll help you choose the right one for your car.

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We come to you

We arrive with our own water, power and professional equipment. You don't need to provide anything - just access to your car.

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Pay when complete

Inspect the result. When you're satisfied, pay by cash, card or bank transfer. No deposit needed to book.

Our Services

Find your finish.

From a quick refresh to a full deep clean - everything comes to your door.

Valeting

Thorough cleaning inside and out. From a quick refresh to a full deep clean - keeping your car in top condition.

Exterior Refresh 45-75 min
From £49

A fast, thorough exterior clean that leaves your car looking sharp and well cared for. Perfect for maintaining that freshly detailed finish between deeper services. Exterior service only — includes front windscreen inside.

Exterior
  • Wheels, tyres & arches cleaned
  • Safe pre-wash to lift dirt before contact
  • Contact hand wash roof to sills
  • Door shuts & sills wiped out
  • All glass cleaned for clear visibility
  • Satin tyre dressing applied
Interior
  • Front windscreen cleaned inside
Prices
Small£49
Medium£59
Large£69
XL£79
The Full Valet POPULAR 2.5-3.5 hrs
From £110

A thorough interior and exterior clean for vehicles that need more than a basic maintenance wash. Leaves the car clean, refreshed and properly cared for.

Exterior
  • Wheels, barrels, tyres & arches deep cleaned
  • Safe pre-wash to minimise swirl marks
  • Two-bucket hand wash
  • Door shuts, boot shuts & fuel cap area
  • Hydrophobic sealant applied
  • Towel & blower dried - no water spots
  • All glass crystal clear inside and out
  • Satin tyre dressing
Interior
  • Full cabin vacuum - seats, carpets, crevices
  • Floor mats removed, cleaned and refitted
  • Dashboard, console & door cards wiped
  • Leather & upholstery cleaned
  • Steering wheel & pedals sanitised
  • Internal glass cleaned
  • Boot vacuumed and plastics cleaned
Prices
Small£110
Medium£120
Large£140
XL£155
Interior Deep Clean 2.5-3.5 hrs
From £110

A complete interior reset. Every surface cleaned, every crevice reached - leaving your cabin fresh, hygienic and ready to enjoy again.

⚠️ Excessive pet hair, heavy staining, mould or hazardous contamination will be quoted separately before work begins.

Interior
  • Full cabin vacuum - seats, carpets, crevices, under seats
  • Floor mats removed, deep cleaned and refitted
  • Full interior steam clean
  • Dashboard, console & door cards deep cleaned
  • Leather deep cleaned and conditioned
  • Fabric upholstery & carpets steamed
  • Steering wheel & pedals sanitised
  • Internal glass to crystal clarity
  • Boot vacuumed and plastics cleaned
Prices
Small£110
Medium£125
Large£140
XL£160
Total Deep Clean 4-6 hrs
From £160

The complete reset - inside and out. Built-up grime removed, paint decontaminated, cabin brought back to its best. A complete reset that leaves your vehicle noticeably cleaner, fresher and easier to maintain.

Exterior
  • Wheels, tyres & arches chemically decontaminated
  • Snow foam pre-wash
  • Two-bucket safe wash
  • Iron fallout & road tar decontamination
  • Hydrophobic sealant applied
  • Towel & blower dried
  • All glass to crystal clarity
  • Satin tyre dressing
Interior
  • Full vacuum - seats, carpets, crevices
  • Floor mats steamed & shampooed
  • Full interior steam clean
  • Fabric upholstery & carpets steamed
  • Leather deep cleaned & conditioned
  • All interior surfaces deep cleaned & dressed
  • Internal glass cleaned & finished
  • Boot vacuumed and plastics cleaned
Prices
Small£160
Medium£190
Large£220
XL£260

What size is my car?

All prices vary by vehicle size. Here's a quick guide - not sure? Just send us your reg and we'll confirm.

Small
Fiat 500, Mini, VW Polo, Ford Fiesta, Renault Clio
Medium
VW Golf, BMW 1/3 Series, Mercedes A/C-Class, Tesla Model 3
Large
BMW 5 Series, Tesla Model Y, Mercedes E-Class, medium SUV
XL
Range Rover, BMW X5/X7, 7-seater SUV, large van
Van / Motorhome
Sprinter, Transit, campervan, motorhome, oversized vehicle
Price on Application - Get a Quote
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Final price note

All prices confirmed via WhatsApp before we start. Final price depends on vehicle size and condition. No surprises - ever.

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The Maintenance Plan

2-2.5 hrs · Every 4-6 weeks · Exclusively for previously deep cleaned vehicles

From £70

Detailing & Protection

Paint protection available now. Machine polishing packages launching soon.

Exterior Deep Clean & Decontamination 2-3 hrs
From £85

Beyond a standard wash. A full exterior decontamination that removes embedded iron fallout, road tar and grime panel by panel - restoring a smooth, clean surface. Required before any paint protection or ceramic coating.

Exterior
  • Wheels, tyres & arches chemically decontaminated
  • Safe pre-wash to minimise swirl marks
  • Two-bucket hand wash
  • Iron fallout & road tar removal panel by panel
  • Hydrophobic sealant applied
  • Towel & blower dried
  • All glass crystal clear
  • Satin tyre dressing
Prices
Small£85
Medium£100
Large£115
XL£135
Paint Protection Add-ons Standalone add-on · Must follow a qualifying deep clean
From £30

A durable hydrophobic layer that shields your paintwork, enhances gloss and keeps your car cleaner for longer. Applied after any qualifying deep clean - no separate booking needed.

Protection
  • Shields paint from UV rays - prevents fading & oxidation
  • Resists bird droppings, tree sap, road salt & chemicals
  • Reduces wash-induced marks
Appearance
  • Enhanced gloss & shine - deep, wet look finish
  • Hydrophobic - water and dirt bead off easily
  • Car stays cleaner for longer between washes

⚠️ An Exterior Deep Clean & Decontamination is required before application - from £85.

Options
6 Month Sealantfrom £30
1 Year Coatingfrom £70
3 Year Coatingfrom £150
Glass Coatingfrom £50
Wheel Face Coatingfrom £50
The Signature Detail COMING SOON 1 Day · Full reset + machine polish + 1 year ceramic
From £325

The complete package. A full interior & exterior deep clean, enhanced with a gloss-boosting machine polish and sealed with a 1 year ceramic coating. Your car, at its very best.

Note: enhances and boosts gloss but is not designed for significant defect removal. For paint correction, see Single Stage Enhancement.

Exterior
  • Wheels, tyres & arches chemically decontaminated
  • Snow foam pre-wash
  • Two-bucket safe wash
  • Iron fallout & road tar decontamination
  • Light clay decontamination
  • Towel & blower dried
  • Tyres dressed satin finish
Polishing & Protection
  • Gloss-enhancing machine polish
  • 1 Year Ceramic Coating applied
Interior
  • Full interior steam clean
  • Floor mats steamed & shampooed
  • Leather deep cleaned & conditioned
  • Fabric upholstery & carpets steamed
  • All interior surfaces cleaned & dressed
  • Internal glass cleaned & finished
Available Add-ons
  • Upgrade to 3 Year Ceramic Coating - from £150
  • Glass Ceramic Coating - from £50
  • Wheel Face Ceramic Coating - from £50
  • Engine Bay Detail - from £40
Prices
Small£325
Medium£350
Large£385
XL£425
Single Stage Enhancement COMING SOON 1-1.5 Days · Paint correction + ceramic protection
From £350

For paintwork that needs more than a clean. One stage of machine polishing removes up to 60-70% of swirls, light scratches and defects - restoring real clarity, depth and gloss to your paint.

✓ Removes defects ✓ 60-70% correction ✓ Restores clarity ✗ Not 100% guaranteed
Exterior
  • Wheels, tyres & arches chemically decontaminated
  • Snow foam pre-wash
  • Two-bucket safe wash
  • Iron fallout & road tar decontamination
  • Clay bar decontamination
  • Towel & blower dried
  • Tyres dressed satin finish
Polishing & Protection
  • Fine to medium machine polish across all paintwork
  • 1 Year Ceramic Coating applied
Available Add-ons
  • Upgrade to 3 Year Ceramic Coating - from £150
  • Glass Ceramic Coating - from £50
  • Wheel Face Ceramic Coating - from £50
  • Engine Bay Detail - from £40
Prices
Small£350
Medium£375
Large£400
XL£425
Why Powder Autolab

Built on standards,
not shortcuts.

Every vehicle is treated with the same care we'd expect for our own.

Powder Autolab was founded in Richmond with a simple idea: car care should be convenient without ever compromising on quality. Professional techniques, premium products, and genuine attention to the details others miss.

Fully self-contained

We bring our own water, battery power and professional equipment. You don't need to provide anything - just tell us where the car is.

Fully insured

Motor trade insurance and public liability cover on every job. Your vehicle is in safe hands from the moment we arrive.

Transparent pricing

Your price is confirmed before we start, and payment is due once the service is complete. No hidden costs or surprises.

Professional products

We use carefully selected premium detailing products including Sonax Professional - chosen for quality, safety and long-lasting results.

We respect your time

We arrive when we say we will and keep you updated throughout. No waiting around - your day carries on as normal.

The details others miss

Every crevice, every panel, every piece of glass - finished properly. That's not a marketing line. It's how we work on every single job.

Coverage

We come to you.

Based in Richmond, we cover South West London and surrounding areas. We bring everything — no water or power needed from you.

Richmond Kew Chiswick Twickenham Wimbledon Putney Fulham Barnes East Sheen Hampton Teddington Brentford

Outside our usual area? Ask us anyway - depending on location we may still be able to come to you.

FAQ

Common questions.

Do I need to be home while you work?
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No - you just need to leave us access to the car. Most clients leave a key and go about their day. We'll message you when it's done.
Do you need water or power from me?
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No. We are fully self-contained and bring our own water and power. You don't need to provide anything.
What happens if it rains on the day?
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We monitor the weather and contact you in advance if conditions make the work impractical. We'll reschedule at no charge - your booking is never lost.
How do I know the price before you start?
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We confirm the exact price via WhatsApp before booking. We'll ask for your car make, model, and size. No surprises on the day - ever.
How do I pay?
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You pay once the work is complete. Cash, card, or bank transfer. No deposit required to book.
Are you insured?
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Yes. We carry full motor trade insurance and public liability cover. Your vehicle is in safe hands from the moment we arrive.
Are you a trained and certified detailer?
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Yes. We are fully certified through the SONAX Professional Detailing programme, completed at their training centre in Bristol. SONAX is one of the world's leading professional detailing brands, and our certification means we are trained in safe wash techniques, paint decontamination, machine polishing and product application to a professional standard. You're not getting someone with a bucket - you're getting a trained detailer who takes the work seriously.

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Professional mobile detailing. Premium products. Delivered to your door.

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