Detailing Clay

Detailing Clay (also known as a Claybar) is designed to remove bonded contaminants from the paint surface, leaving it as smooth as glass. The major benefits of removing these contaminants are easier application of the products which follow and ensuring they can work to the best of their ability.

Clay, much like Polish comes in various levels of aggressiveness. A mild clay is advised for beginners and is normally more than enough for typical road grime. The Clay is wiped gently back and forth across the paint surface until no resistance can be felt. It must also be lubricated at all times to reduce the chance of marring the paint. This marring is nothing to worry about however and can be removed by polishing afterwards.

Clay can be used on the paintwork, glass and even wheels on your car, but it is important not to reuse 'wheel' clay on the paint for example.

When using the Clay it is important to knead it regularly, ensuring the side you are working with is clean but also to keep the clay soft. Hard or brittle clay can again lead to marring.