Iron remover
An iron remover dissolves metallic fallout particles from a surface.
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Chemical decontamination
Chemical decontamination removes fallout, tar, resin and organic residues using suitable chemicals. It is an important preparation step before polishing.
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What does Chemical decontamination mean?
Chemical decontamination removes fallout, tar, resin and organic residues using suitable chemicals. It is an important preparation step before polishing.
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Tar remover
Tar remover dissolves tar, bitumen and oily residue.
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Claying is mechanical deep cleaning of a surface with a clay bar.
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Questions about Chemical decontamination
What does chemical decontamination mean?
It means chemically removing bonded residue such as fallout, tar, resin and organic contamination.
Which products are used?
Depending on the contamination, fallout removers, tar removers, degreasers or other material-compatible specialist cleaners are used.
Why is chemical decontamination important?
It creates a cleaner surface before polishing or protection and removes particles that normal washing does not remove completely.
Is mechanical cleaning also necessary?
Often, yes. Remaining bonded contamination can then be removed with detailing clay or another suitable method.
Do decontamination products attack paint?
A suitable product is designed for its intended surface when used correctly. Concentration, temperature, dwell time and thorough rinsing still need to be controlled.