At Solid Detailing we strive to give you the best experience when it comes to caring for your vehicle or boat. We focus on great customer service by:
Solid Detailing is also owned by Matt who is an engineer. As an engineer you must abide by a code of ethics called the "Obligation of an Engineer":
I am an Engineer. In my profession, I take deep pride. To it, I owe solemn obligations.
As an engineer, I pledge to practice integrity and fair dealing, tolerance and respect, and to uphold devotion to the standards and dignity of my profession.
I will always be conscious that my skill carries with it the obligation to serve humanity by making the best use of the Earth's precious wealth.
As an engineer, I shall participate in none but honest enterprises. When needed, my skill and knowledge shall be given, without reservation, for the public good.
In the performance of duty, and in fidelity to my profession, I shall give my utmost.
We apply this oath directly to the work we do on your vehicle. We want to help you, be honest with you so you are comfortable, and make sure to do the job to the best of our ability. Thank you for your interest in allowing us to work with you.
Solid Detailing is a member of the Internation Detailing Association (IDA). Matt the Detailer is also a Certified Detailer (CD) and Skills Validated (SV) by the IDA. This means he has taken a written test to demonstrate knowledge on using the right products and techniques to detail the right way. Additionally, he has gone before a Recognized Trainer to demonstrate knowledge and expertise in-person.
The IDA defines a professional detailer as:
Find out more about the IDA (https://the-ida.com/)
3 full days of no sitting, hands-on detailing of 16 cars. Taught by the great Mike Phillips 2021.
Two full days of hands-on training restoring two severely neglected boats. We took them from moldy and chalky to super clean, like-new shine, and protected. Taught by Mike Phillips 2020.
Two great days of paint correction and ceramic coating of glossy paint, matte paint, and interior surfaces of several cars in Chicago.
Another two great days of paint correction and ceramic coatings on several new cars in Pheonix. We are always looking to learn new things.
Passed both phases of testing to become a Skills Validated Certified Detailer (CD-SV) with the Internation Detailing Association (IDA). IDA (https://the-ida.com/)
In person training at RUPES USA headquarters in Denver on Gtechniq's ceramic coatings for both the exterior and the interior of vehicles. This accredidation gives us the backing of Gtechniq and the ability to garantee their coatings. This training also featured training from Jason Rose on paint correction and wet sanding. GTECHNIQ (https://gtechniq.com/)
Certificate of authorization to warranty Dr. Beasley's ceramic coatings. Dr. Beasleys (https://drbeasleys.com/)
ONYX Coatings Trained & Certified Installer
Marine detailing training with RUPES USA and Gtechniq Marine 2022
Gtechniq NA Marine certification
X-KOTE Certified Installer
System X Certified Installer