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Full Exterior Decon Wash Tutorial | Iron Removal, Clay Bar & Pre-Detail Prep
Full Exterior Decontamination Wash Tutorial: Iron Removal, Clay Bar & Pre-Detail Prep
Before polishing or applying paint protection film, a proper exterior decontamination wash is essential. This video walks through the complete decon process — from a thorough pre-rinse and foam wash to iron remover application, clay bar treatment, and a final chemical prep wipe. Skipping decontamination leaves embedded iron particles, tar, and industrial fallout in the paint, which can cause hazing during polishing and prevent coatings from bonding correctly. This is the exact process professional detailers and PPF installers use to ensure a perfectly clean surface before any paint correction or protection stage.
What You'll Learn
- How to perform a proper two-bucket foam wash before decon
- How iron remover works and how to apply it safely
- Clay bar technique — how to clay without marring the paint
- Chemical prep steps before polishing or PPF installation
- How to inspect the paint for contamination using a plastic bag test
Shop Products Featured In This Video
- Clay Bars & Iron Removers — Remove embedded fallout and contamination
- Decontamination & Auto Prep — Full decon product range
- Car Wash Soaps & Shampoos — Pre-wash and foam wash products
- Foam Guns & Cannons — Snow foam lances for pre-wash
- Surface Prep — Final wipe before polishing or coating
- Bug, Tar & Water Spot Removers
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