This operation is divided into two types: chemical with specific detergents and mechanical with manual action. of Clay. Chemical decontamination is inserted between the washing phase and the mechanical decontamination phase with the clay bar and it is very important because it simplifies and speeds up the work of the latter, eliminating iron and tar present on the car with chemical action only.
/// Decontamination of ferrous residues and rust spots
It is sufficient to spray the decontaminating product evenly on the bodywork, rims and windows of the car, as Carpro IronX Cherry or IronX LS , Fallout Remover from the Cartec Essentials or Iron line Wash from the Cartec Colorline range, leave it to act for a few minutes until the contaminated areas become purple dark and finally rinse.
NB if the decontaminating detergent does not change colour dark purple means that the surfaces are not contaminated by ferrous residues.
/// Decontamination of glue, tar and tree resin
Spray or dab the product onto the affected surface, such as Carpro TarX , Cartec Tar Remover or Tar & Glue Remover , leaving it on for 1 or 2 minutes, then remove or rinse with water or a cloth in damp microfiber, preventing the decontaminant from drying on the surface.
/// CLAY BAR, CLAY GLOVE, CLAY PAD
Clay allows you to remove all the impurities still present on the bodywork after washing and chemical decontamination.
The Clay Bar is a clay block that has the function of thoroughly removing what washing is not able to do. remove, however it is recommended to use it a maximum of twice a year. It can be replaced by Clay Glove or Clay Pad depending on operator preference.
Before you can use it, the vehicle must be washed and dried so as to remove the main impurities.
How to use Clay?
It is necessary to work with a crisscross motion in small sections of about 30 x 30 cm, spraying the lubricant Carpro Clay Lube on surface to make it more slippery.
It is essential to spray Clay Grip lubricant also on the Clay and in then gently pass it over the surface. It is very important to avoid using a circular motion.
The mechanical decontamination phase with Clay ends when the surface becomes smooth and silky to the touch. To verify that this objective has been achieved, you can use a lightweight plastic bag to rub with your fingers on the car bodywork.
After having applied the Clay to the paint, it is a good idea to rinse the car before moving on. to the next operation, this is because the second wash ensures a complete and total removal of impurities and of the last remnants of clay and lubricant.
