Studio Detailing
Professional studio detailing for vehicles that need deep cleaning, safe washing, maintenance details, soft top revival, headlight restoration, wheel coatings, ceramic protection or full paint preparation.
About Detailing and Training Centre
Professional Detailing, Protection & Training From Our Ilkeston Studio
Detailing and Training Centre, also known as DTC, is a professional vehicle detailing, protection and training studio based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.
We work with customers from Ilkeston, Derby, Nottingham and across the East Midlands, offering studio detailing, mobile detailing, paint correction, ceramic coatings, paint protection film, vinyl wrapping, window tinting, extra vehicle services and hands-on detailing training.
DTC was built around one simple idea: vehicle care should be done properly. That means safe processes, honest advice, professional products, proper preparation and results that make sense for the vehicle, the customer and the way the car is used.
Who We Are
A Working Detailing Studio, Not Just A Website
DTC is a real working detailing and training centre based in Ilkeston. We are not a basic hand car wash, a quick valet setup or a company that only talks about premium vehicle care online. We carry out the work every day inside a proper studio environment.
Our services cover everything from safe maintenance washing and deep cleaning to paint correction, wet sanding, ceramic coatings, PPF, wrapping, tinting and training. We work on daily drivers, family cars, work vehicles, prestige cars, performance vehicles and customer builds that need a higher level of care.
Because we also teach detailing, our own standards have to be clear, repeatable and professional. The same process-led thinking we teach on our training courses is used in the work we carry out for customers.
What We Do
Detailing, Protection, Styling & Training Under One Roof
DTC brings several specialist vehicle services together in one professional Ilkeston studio, giving customers a proper place for cleaning, correction, protection, styling and learning.
Mobile Detailing
Convenient mobile detailing for Derby, Nottingham, Ilkeston and selected surrounding areas. Ideal for exterior safe washes, decon washes, interior and exterior deep cleans, maintenance details and selected mobile polishing packages.
Paint Correction & Ceramic Coatings
Machine polishing, paint enhancement, paint correction, wet sanding paint revival and ceramic coatings using professional brands including CarPro, Autobead, Sonax, Gyeon and Feynlab.
PPF & Wrapping
Paint protection film, gloss PPF, satin PPF, matte PPF, colour change PPF, headlight PPF, interior PPF, full vehicle wraps, roof wraps, dechromes and styling wraps.
Tinting & Extra Services
Window tinting, headlight restoration, exterior plastic restoration, wheel coatings, caliper painting, wheel refurbishment, paintless dent repair and other finishing services.
Detailing Training Courses
Hands-on training courses covering safe washing, valeting, machine polishing, ceramic coatings, wet sanding and HQ Accreditation for learners, enthusiasts, valeters and business start-ups.
Our Wider Automotive Network
More Than A Detailing Studio
DTC sits within a wider automotive network built around vehicle care, car culture, products, parts, number plates and community. Each brand has its own purpose, but they all support the same bigger picture: giving car owners, enthusiasts and trade customers better access to trusted automotive services, products and advice.
Detailing, protection and training studio based in Ilkeston.
- Studio detailing
- Mobile detailing
- Paint correction
- Ceramic coatings
- PPF & wrapping
- Tinting & extra services
- Training courses
Retail and product side of the business.
- Car care products
- Detailing chemicals
- Accessories & tools
- Wash equipment
- Expert advice
- Aftercare products
Premium number plates and styling plate specialists.
- 4D number plates
- Gel plates
- Show plates
- Vehicle styling
- Exterior finishing
Community and car culture for enthusiasts.
- Car community
- Events & meets
- Cars & coffee
- Enthusiast culture
- Local networking
Performance parts and upgrade specialists.
- Performance parts
- Vehicle upgrades
- Styling & modifications
- Project car support
- Performance advice
Connected Automotive Brands
One Network, Different Specialist Areas
The reason these brands work together is simple. Car owners rarely need just one thing. A customer may come to DTC for paint correction, then need the right aftercare products from The Drivers HQ. Another customer may book a wrap or tint and then want plates from 4D Number Plates Direct. Someone building a modified vehicle may need detailing, parts, styling and community support across several areas.
By keeping each brand focused, we can offer specialist services without turning the website into a confusing mess. DTC remains the home for detailing, protection and training. The Drivers HQ remains the home for products and advice. 4D Number Plates Direct handles number plates. Sunday Drivers Club supports the community. Performance HQ supports the performance and upgrade side.
- Clear specialist brands.
- Better customer journey.
- More useful advice.
- Stronger local automotive presence.
- Shared knowledge across the group.
- More reasons for customers to return.
Our Location
Based In Ilkeston, Between Derby & Nottingham
Detailing and Training Centre is based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, making us ideally located for customers travelling from Derby, Nottingham, Long Eaton, Heanor, Stapleford, Beeston, Mansfield, Chesterfield and across the East Midlands.
Our studio gives us the environment needed for professional detailing, paint correction, ceramic coating, PPF, wrapping, tinting and training work. It also gives customers access to The Drivers HQ shop and the wider automotive network connected to DTC.
Whether you are visiting for a deep clean, ceramic coating, PPF install, wrap, training course or product advice, our Ilkeston location brings multiple automotive services together in one place.
Opening Times
Mon-Fri 8:30-5:30, Sat 9-4, Sun closed
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Our Work
See The Standard For Yourself
Real cars, real results - straight from the studio floor and out on the road.
About DTC FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions about Detailing and Training Centre, our services, location and wider group of automotive brands.
Where is Detailing and Training Centre based?
Detailing and Training Centre is based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, between Derby and Nottingham. We serve customers from Ilkeston, Derby, Nottingham, Long Eaton, Heanor, Stapleford, Beeston and across the East Midlands.
What services does DTC offer?
DTC offers studio detailing, mobile detailing, deep cleans, maintenance details, paint enhancement, paint correction, wet sanding, ceramic coatings, PPF, vinyl wrapping, window tinting, headlight restoration, wheel coatings, extra vehicle services and hands-on detailing training courses.
Do you only work on prestige cars?
No. We work on daily drivers, family cars, work vehicles, vans, used cars, new cars, prestige vehicles, performance cars and enthusiast vehicles. The service is chosen around the vehicle condition and the result the customer wants.
Is DTC connected to The Drivers HQ?
Yes. DTC is connected to The Drivers HQ, which is the retail and product side of the wider business. The Drivers HQ supplies car care products, detailing chemicals, accessories and aftercare products online and from the Ilkeston shop.
What is 4D Number Plates Direct?
4D Number Plates Direct is the number plate and styling plate side of the wider group, focused on premium number plates and exterior finishing touches.
What is Sunday Drivers Club?
Sunday Drivers Club is the community and car culture side of the wider network, built around enthusiasts, local events, meets and automotive lifestyle.
What is Performance HQ?
Performance HQ focuses on performance parts, vehicle upgrades and the performance side of the automotive world. It connects with DTC for customers interested in both how their vehicle looks and how it performs.
Do you offer detailing training?
Yes. DTC offers hands-on detailing training courses including safe wash training, valeting, machine polishing, ceramic coating training, wet sanding and HQ Accreditation.
Do you offer mobile detailing?
Yes. DTC offers mobile detailing across Derby, Nottingham, Ilkeston and selected surrounding areas, depending on service type, location, access, parking and weather conditions.
Can I buy aftercare products from you?
Yes. Through The Drivers HQ, customers can buy car care products, wash equipment, accessories and aftercare products to help maintain their vehicle after a DTC service.
Your Car. Our Passion.
Want To Work With DTC?
Whether you need detailing, mobile detailing, paint correction, ceramic coatings, PPF, wrapping, tinting, training or product advice, DTC is here to help from our Ilkeston studio.
Get in touch today and we will point you towards the right service, package or brand within the wider DTC network.
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Ilkeston Studio
Based between Derby and Nottingham.
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Wider Automotive Network
Connected with The Drivers HQ, 4D Number Plates Direct, Sunday Drivers Club and Performance HQ.
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Professional Services
Detailing, protection, styling and training.
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Product Support
Aftercare available through The Drivers HQ.