Can I use spray wax as lube for clay bar?

As a side note, you should avoid products that are designed to add protection such as spray waxes and sealants as these are not suitable for use as clay bar lubricants.

What can I use as lubricant for clay bar?

One can either use a quick detailer product or a water/automotive wash solution as a lubricant during the clay bar process. Here at AQS we fill a clean wash bucket with fresh water and automotive wash solution and use a fresh wash mitt to lubricate our surface and clay.

Can you use spray wax after claybar?

If you're going to bother claying the car I would recommend a sealant. Spending all the time to clay the whole car, then putting on a spray wax that will wear off in a day or two seems like a waste, because the moment the wax is off the gunk from the road will start filling in your paint again.

Can I make my own clay bar lube?

Dish soap and water 50/50 mix, makes a good lubricant .

Is clay bar lubricant necessary?

Clay is an abrasive and will cause some marring (even with lubrication), so it is always a good idea to follow claying with some polishing. However, you can limit the amount of this marring by making sure the clay has some adequate lubrication between it and the surface of the paintwork.

Clay Bar Lube Alternative: Spray Wax

Should I clay bar before spray wax?

When Should You Use The Clay Bar? The detailer's rule of thumb is to always decontaminate the surface with a clay bar before putting on a new coat of wax, or polishing any exterior paintwork. Those foreign particles block wax from sticking to the paint, making it last for a shorter time and not shine as bright.

Do you wax after clay bar?

The Short Answer. A wax or sealant should always be applied to the car after using a clay bar. The clay bar will remove any old protection so a wax or sealant needs to be applied to ensure the paintwork is protected to help keep it clean and free from contaminants and UV rays.

What do you put on after clay bar?

Last but not least, after using clay, seal your freshly cleaned paint with your choice of wax or sealant. With just a little effort, stubborn brake dust that even the strongest cleaners won't remove comes off with detailing clay.

Can quick detailer be used as clay lube?

Synthetic Quick Detailer doubles as a slick and effective clay bar lube for unmatched versatility when detailing any car.

Can I use car shampoo as clay lube?

Always use clay lubricants when you work with detailing clay. Water is not a clay lubricant! Don't try it, you'll scratch the finish. Car shampoo or soapy water is a decent clay lube and will work just fine for your daily driver.

Can you clay bar wet car?

Claying after washing and drying

The most common process is to wash and dry the car, then after drying the car, clay the car section-by-section and after claying a section, while the surface is still wet with your clay lubricant, use a microfiber polishing cloth to wipe that section dry.

Can you clay bar while washing car?

Yes, it saves a lot of time. Make sure you wash and rinse each panel first though so it's clean. Saves on clay lube too!

Do I have to polish after Claying?

You don't have to polish afterwards but clay bars will mar the surface. You may not see or notice it but it is there. Depending on how fine a grade the clay is, you may have to do an intensive polish or just a one-step wax.

Can you clay bar glass?

It's perfectly safe to use a clay bar on your windshield. Clay bars are intended to be safely used on paint and glass is a surface that's much harder to scratch. There are times when a regular wash won't remove contaminants like bugs, overspray, and fallout. This is when a clay bar should be used.

Do I need to compound after clay bar?

Re: Clay before ultimate compound? Yes the compound will take off what the claybar will, but you dont want that junk in your pads. That is the point of claying, to remove all the dirt junk and contamination so you can have a easier and less stressfull buffing experience.

Will a clay bar remove water spots?

Typically a washing, white vinegar and water solution, or a clay bar will not remove the water marks, they only work when it's a light residue on the surface. Unfortunately many water marks actually lightly etch in to the surface and in these instances you'll need a stronger option.

What is Quick Detailer spray?

What is a Quick Detailer? Quick detailers are used to add the final touch to a freshly washed and detailed car. They are designed to remove things like water spots left from the wash process, streaks left from the drying process and excess wax or sealant following paint protection application.

When should you clay bar a car?

After every cleaning and drying, run your hand through your vehicle's paint, and if you feel it's rough and a little bumpy, then yes, it's time to clay bar your car. The contaminants may have stuck to your car break dust and factory fall outs, otherwise damaging your paint finish.