What Should I Use to Wash a Coated Car?

Using the wrong soaps, mitts, towels and techniques on a ceramic coated car can weaken the protection quickly. Here’s what to use to properly clean the coating without sacrificing durability.

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Quick Answer

Use a gentle, pure soap with clean, coating-safe wash media.

Choose a gentle, pH-balanced soap that rinses freely and leaves no waxes, silicones or gloss enhancers behind. Pair it with clean, soft wash media and drying towels so you clean the coating without covering it in residue or introducing scratches.

What to Look For

Three Qualities Your Wash Soap Needs

The right wash soap cleans contamination away while leaving the ceramic coating uncovered and free to perform.

Gentle & pH Balanced

Cleans coated paint safely without harsh chemistry that can degrade protection.

“Pure” & Free Rinsing

Rinses cleanly without leaving residue that can clog the coating.

Wax & Filler Free

Avoids waxes, silicones and gloss enhancers that sit on top of the coating.

Free Printable Coating Care Guide

Choose the Right Soap to Keep Your Ceramic Coating Performing.

Use this guide to identify the right soap for washing a coated vehicle and know what to look for when shopping online or in-store. This guide will help you:

Know which ingredients to look for and avoid in a car wash soap.

Learn how to wash and dry with less risk of scratches.

Avoid common mistakes when washing a coated car.

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