Can you clay bar without waxing?
You don’t have to wax over a sealant but many do as a final step for a deeper gloss. Clay then wax (or seal) is fine if you don’t have scratches, but definitely put something on the paint as there is nothing there to protect it now.
Who invented the clay bar?
The original inventor of the polymer detailing clay is Mister Tadao Kodate, a japanese scientist who was looking for a safe way to remove contaminants from bodywork without using harsh chemicals or polishing compounds. The original clay bar was introduced in America in the early 1990’s by Auto Wax Company.
Can you clay bar without polishing?
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.
When were clay bars invented?
1980s
Detailing Clay Bars were invented in Japan in the late 1980s to remove overspray and minor flaws from freshly painted vehicles at body shops. The preferred (and only) method of dealing with surface imperfections in the states was compounding, which does remove tiny layers of clear coat every time you do it.
Does clay Bar damage clear coat?
A clay bar is an engineered, clay-like product that pulls contaminants like water spots, brake dust, metal dust, industrial pollution and road grit from your clear coat. When used with a clay lubricant, these contaminants come loose from your car and get stuck safely in the clay so they don’t damage your clear coat.
Can clay bar scratch your car?
Since water tends to drag, it doesn’t allow the clay bar to smoothly glide around the surface of the car. This water drag can cause marring, scratching and other damage to the car.
What is claybar made of?
Clay bars are made from synthetic clay. This is different from natural organic clay. It works just like a razor works to remove hairs from skin. It shaves (sheers) off paint contamination present on the surface as the clay bar glides on top of the lubrication product.
Can you use water as a clay bar lubricant?
Not Really. The fact of the matter is that water on its own isn’t enough to act as a lubricant for clay. As water is not “slick”, it will not allow the clay to glide over the paint with ease.
Does clay Bar damage paint?
Clay bars are abrasive so have the potential to damage paint by causing clear coat scratches, marring and swirls. You can minimise the risk by using a soft clay, plenty of lubrication and keep inspecting the clay for contaminants that may cause scratches. This also applies to clay mitts and blocks.