The right bucket, bottle, or sprayer sounds like a minor detail, but it determines how efficiently and safely you work. A bucket with a grit guard keeps sand and dirt separate from the bottom so your mitt does not get contaminated on every dip. A good pressure sprayer distributes product evenly across large panels without needing to rub it in with a sponge.

Choose buckets of at least 15 litres; a smaller bucket makes the two-bucket system awkward. Spray bottles with an adjustable nozzle let you switch between a fine stream for detail applications and a wide mist for large panels. Store your shampoo, dressing, and sealant each in a separately labelled bottle; it saves time and prevents mix-ups.