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.

What is a good lubricant for Claying a car?

Waterless wash products can also be used as a clay lube as they are very slick. As with quick detailers, you can dilute them down further with water and they will still act as a great lubricant.

How do you make clay bar lubricant?

Yes, soapy water makes a very decent clay lubricant! It’s by far the cheapest way to do it and you likely already have some in stock, so you can mix it up right now. After you wash the car, mix the same proportions of car shampoo and water in a clean bucket or spray bottle and apply generously to the surface.

Can I use soapy water with a clay bar?

An alternative to a spray detailing lubricant is good old soapy water. This is ideal if your paint is heavily contaminated. Be sure to rinse your wash mitt thoroughly and use a fresh bucket of soapy water, not what’s left over from washing. After claying one or two body panels, your clay will begin to look dirty.

Can I use waterless wash as clay lube?

The Quick Answer. Car shampoo mixed with water, clay lubricant detailer sprays, and waterless wash products are the best options to use as a clay bar lubricant.

Can you clay bar with soapy water?

Both work equally well. If you want to do the job fast, use a bucket of soapy water. If you want to work inside or do a thorough job, use a spray lubricant. With a spray lubricant you can wipe down each panel as you go and feel for areas you’ve missed.

Should you wash your car after Claying?

Do not overuse your detailing clay. When you’re finished claying your car, you may need to wash it to remove any lubricant film. If you plan to use a pre-wax cleaner polish, it will remove clay residue so there’s no need to wash.

Can I use dish soap with clay bar?

The Quick Answer. Car shampoo mixed with water, clay lubricant detailer sprays, and waterless wash products are the best options to use as a clay bar lubricant. Do not use dish soap, household products, IPA, or traffic film removers as they can damage the paint and the clay.

Can I use dish soap as clay lube?

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.

Can you use soapy water as a clay bar lubricant?

I have used Mother`s and Clay Magic with soapy water as a lube without any problems. These two clays, IMO, are more of the “plastic-y” type of clays whereas the Griot`s clay is a bit more “doughy” if you will and have broken down even with their Speedshine quick detailer as their recommended lube.

What is the next step after clay bar?

When you’re finished claying your car, you may need to wash it to remove any lubricant film. If you plan to use a pre-wax cleaner polish, it will remove clay residue so there’s no need to wash. Last but not least, after using clay, seal your freshly cleaned paint with your choice of wax or sealant.

Can I use Dawn as a clay bar lubricant?

Can I use car shampoo as clay lube?

Car shampoo, not wash and wax as it can soften clay. Water, add some shampoo, shake then try between your fingers, if it feels slick to touch go ahead, if not add more shampoo. Car shampoo, not wash and wax as it can soften clay.

Can you just use soapy water with clay bar?