The car detailing clay bar is now the most recommended way to clean and smooth rough, contaminated paint. It’s a car cleaning product that quickly replaced traditional pre-wax paint polishes, and for good reason. It’s fast and easy to use, but it’s also more effective on modern clear coat paint finishes.
One of the most misunderstood facts about the detailing clay bar is how it does its job. It’s not uncommon to see product descriptions that include a comment like: “…pulls contamination off of your paint…” This is misleading, yes, but it’s also a bit ridiculous. After all, the cleaning process requires clay lubrication, such as soapy water. Have you ever tried to pull on something that’s lubricated?
The “pulls contamination off of your car” myth was invented to keep from explaining the facts about the paint cleaner. The reality is that a claybar is an abrasive. It accomplishes its job by wearing away the bonded contamination with paint-safe abrasives. Don’t be alarmed. When used as directed it’s beneficial, not harmful, to your car. That’s because the soapy lubrication allows it to slip and slide over painted, glass and smooth metal surfaces without damage.
The patents on this amazing pre-wax paint cleaner clearly describes that it’s a blend of polybutene (that’s the clay-like substance) and fine abrasives. U.S. Patent No. 5,727,993 talks about several elements that are used together to make the cleaning process work. Here’s the quote:
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