3D GLW SiO2 Ceramic Wash 16oz
3D GLW Series SiO2 Ceramic Wash is a pH-neutral car shampoo that combines routine cleaning with hydrophobic maintenance. Its lubricating wash formula lifts everyday grime while adding SiO2-based surface treatment for gloss and water beading.
Key benefits
- Car shampoo with SiO2 maintenance properties.
- pH-neutral formula and lubricating suds.
- Useful for regular washing of compatible protected finishes.
Choosing and using this product
Choose this shampoo when you want cleaning with added surface treatment. For coating installation or another process that requires a residue-free preparation stage, follow that system’s instructions rather than assuming a wash-and-protect shampoo is the final preparation step.
Application details
Use the dilution specified on the supplied bottle for the chosen wash method. Bucket, foam-gun and foam-cannon mixing can differ; do not transfer a ratio from another 3D shampoo.
How to use
- Park in shade and let the bodywork cool. Rinse loose grit from the vehicle before making contact, paying attention to lower panels where road dirt collects.
- Measure the shampoo using the product-specific dilution guidance below or the bottle label. Mix with clean water. If using a foam gun or cannon, follow its setup instructions rather than assuming its reservoir ratio equals the final dilution on the paint.
- Wash from the upper panels down with a clean microfiber mitt. Keep a separate rinse bucket or another effective method of removing trapped dirt from the mitt. Use separate tools for wheels and heavily soiled lower areas.
- Work in sections and keep the surface wet. Rinse the mitt frequently and replenish the wash solution when it becomes dirty. Lubrication helps the wash process, but it cannot make dirty tools safe for delicate paint.
- Rinse thoroughly before the shampoo dries. Check around mirrors, badges, trim joints and door handles for trapped suds, then rinse those areas again as needed.
- Dry with a clean, absorbent microfiber towel or suitable filtered blower. Gently remove remaining droplets from crevices so they do not run back over freshly dried panels.
Aftercare and maintenance
Keep up regular washes suited to the vehicle’s use and weather exposure. Remove bird droppings, bug residue and road salt promptly with appropriate products. Wash and dry mitts and towels after use, and store them away from grit. Inspect the clean paint before adding a maintenance spray or renewing protection; a wash cannot repair scratches or remove every type of bonded contamination.
Frequently asked questions
Is more shampoo always better?
No. Accurate dilution gives a more predictable wash and rinse. Excess concentrate can leave more residue and does not replace pre-rinsing or cleaning the wash mitt.
Should I let the car air-dry?
Drying with a clean towel or blower helps limit mineral spotting. Water quality, panel temperature and evaporation all affect the finish, even when the shampoo itself rinses cleanly.
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