Common Questions

A car wash removes surface dirt with water and soap. Detailing goes much further: paint decontamination, paint correction, interior deep cleaning, and surface protection, with results that last significantly longer.

For most drivers, a full detail once or twice a year is a good baseline, with regular washes in between.

A standard full detail typically takes 4 to 6 hours. Paint correction jobs take longer depending on the severity of defects, usually a full day. Ceramic coating application, when combined with the required paint correction beforehand, can take one to two full days. We will always give you a realistic time estimate before the job starts.

Paint correction is the process of using a machine polisher with abrasive compounds to remove defects from the clear coat of your paint. Swirl marks, fine scratches, water spot etching, and oxidation are permanently removed, revealing the clear, deep paint underneath. It is not a filler or a cover-up. The defects are physically removed.

Paint correction removes defects that are in the clear coat. If a scratch goes through the clear coat into the base coat or primer, it cannot be corrected by polishing and will need a paint repair. We inspect every car before starting and tell you clearly which scratches can be corrected and which cannot.

Yes. Any defect present in the paint before coating gets permanently sealed underneath it, which is why we always include the right level of correction in our coating packages.

A professionally applied ceramic coating lasts two to five or more years, depending on the product grade and how it's maintained.

Polishing improves gloss and light imperfections without significant material removal. Paint correction is more intensive and permanently removes real defects like swirls and scratches. Ceramic coating goes on afterward to protect the result for years. If you're not sure what your car needs, send us photos and we'll tell you honestly.

Wax lasts a few weeks to months and gives basic protection. Ceramic coating bonds chemically to the paint and lasts years with much stronger protection and a deeper gloss.

Avoid washing or getting the car wet for the first week. After that, a regular two-bucket hand wash keeps the coating in the best condition.

A deep interior clean covers every surface inside the cabin. Seats, carpets, door panels, dashboard, center console, headliner, air vents, cup holders, storage pockets, and all gaps and crevices. Stains are treated with appropriate products, leather is conditioned, glass is cleaned inside, and odors are treated at the source rather than masked.

Cigarette smell in a car is embedded in the fabric, headliner, and often in the ventilation system. A deep interior clean with proper odor treatment addresses it at the source rather than masking it. Results depend on how long the car has been smoked in and how deeply the smell has penetrated. We will give you an honest assessment before starting.

Yes. Pet hair is one of the more time-consuming parts of an interior clean because it embeds itself into fabric fibers. We use specialized tools to extract it along with the full vacuum and cleaning process. The result is a properly clean interior, not just a surface clean.

Headlights yellow and cloud over time from UV exposure. Restoration sands back the oxidized layer and restores clarity, typically needed on vehicles four or more years old.

Selmo Garage is located in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. We primarily serve clients in the Sarajevo area but are happy to accommodate clients from other parts of Bosnia. Contact us if you are travelling from further away and we will do our best to work around your schedule.

Pricing depends on vehicle size, condition, and which services are needed. We assess every car individually before giving a quote.

We use professional-grade detailing products and compounds from trusted suppliers. We do not substitute cheaper products to reduce costs. The compounds, pads, coatings, and interior cleaners we use are chosen because they work reliably and produce consistent results.

We work from our shop at Safeta Zajke 189A in Sarajevo, where we have all the equipment needed for a proper result. We don't currently offer on-location service.

Yes. We offer fleet maintenance programs for businesses of all sizes in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Programs are tailored to your fleet size, vehicle types, and how often they need servicing. Get in touch with your fleet details and we will put a proposal together.

The easiest way is to message us on WhatsApp. You can also call us directly or use the contact form on this website. We respond quickly and will confirm your appointment. If you are not sure what your car needs, just reach out and we will help you figure it out.

Yes. We work on all vehicle types including premium, luxury, and modified cars. These vehicles often require more careful product selection and handling, which we take seriously. We are experienced with soft European paints and the specific requirements of high-end vehicles.