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22 product types

pH-Neutral Shampoo

Standard Car Wash Shampoo

Safe for all paint types, waxes, sealants and ceramic coatings. The foundation of every correct wash routine.

pH Range
6.5 – 7.5
Dilution
1:300 to 1:500
Foam Level
Medium–High
Coating-Safe
Yes
₹300 – ₹700 per litre
Snow Foam

High-Foam Pre-Wash Shampoo

High-surfactant formula for foam cannons. Thick foam dwells on the surface, softening grime before contact washing.

pH Range
7.0 – 8.5
Dilution in Cannon
1:5 to 1:20
Dwell Time
3 – 5 min, never let it dry
Surfactant
Anionic blend
₹800 – ₹2,200 per litre
Waterless Wash

Waterless / Rinseless Wash Spray

Lubricant-rich polymer spray allowing dust removal without water. Only for lightly soiled surfaces.

Water Required
None
Lubricity
High (polymer-based)
Max Contamination
Light dust only
pH
Neutral
₹600 – ₹1,500 per litre
TFR / Alkaline Pre-Wash

Traffic Film Remover

High-alkaline degreaser for engine bays and undercarriages. NOT for regular paint washing — strips all protection.

pH Range
10 – 13
Safe on Coatings
No — strips protection
Best For
Engine bay, undercarriage
Dilution
1:10 to 1:50
₹200 – ₹600 per litre (concentrate)
Drying Towel

Waffle-Weave Drying Towel

Grid pattern creates deep pockets that trap water away from the surface, reducing scratch risk during drying.

GSM
400 – 600
Weave
Waffle (grid)
Size
60×90 cm typical
Edge Finish
Silk or satin edging
₹350 – ₹900 per towel
Buffing Cloth

Dual-Pile Buffing Microfiber

Short pile for wiping, long pile for buffing. Best for wax, polish, and ceramic coating residue removal.

GSM
300 – 400
Pile Type
Dual (short + long)
Size
40×40 cm typical
Blend
80/20 polyester-nylon
₹80 – ₹250 per cloth
Glass Cloth

Lint-Free Glass Microfiber

Ultra-fine weave for glass only. Zero lint, removes smears without streaks.

GSM
200 – 280
Weave
Ultra-fine twill
Lint Level
Zero lint
Note
Keep separate from paint cloths
₹60 – ₹180 per cloth
Wash Mitt

Long-Pile Microfiber Wash Mitt

Deep pile holds contaminants away from the paint surface. Far safer than sponges for all painted surfaces.

GSM
600 – 800
Pile Length
Long / deep
vs Sponge
Dramatically safer for paint
Washing
Machine washable, no softener
₹200 – ₹600 per mitt
Clay Bar

Automotive Clay Bar

Viscoelastic compound that mechanically lifts bonded contamination from clear coat without chemicals.

Grades
Fine / Medium / Heavy
Weight
50 – 200g per bar
Coverage
~3–5 cars per 100g
Frequency
1–2 times per year
₹400 – ₹1,200 per bar
Iron Remover

Iron / Fallout Remover Spray

Iron-reactive spray that binds embedded iron particles into a water-soluble complex so they rinse away. Many turn purple or red as they react.

Active Chemical
Commonly thioglycolate-based
pH
Varies by manufacturer — some pH-balanced near neutral, others mildly acidic
Dwell Time
3 – 5 minutes
Colour Change
Purple/red on ferrous contamination
₹500 – ₹1,800 per 500ml
Tar Remover

Tar & Bitumen Remover

Solvent-based spray that dissolves road tar, bitumen and heavy wax deposits.

Chemistry
Aliphatic hydrocarbon
Strips Wax
Yes — reapply protection after
Dwell Time
1 – 3 minutes
Safe on Paint
Yes (rinse within 5 min)
₹400 – ₹1,200 per 500ml
Panel Wipe

IPA Panel Wipe

Used before ceramic coating application to remove all oils, wax residue and silicone. Essential for correct coating bonding.

Mix
70% IPA diluted 1:1 with distilled water
Use Case
Pre-coating degreasing
Dries In
30 – 60 seconds
Residue
Zero
₹200 – ₹600 per litre
Heavy Compound

Heavy Cut Polishing Compound

Aggressive abrasive for removing deep scratches, heavy swirls, and oxidation. Must be followed by finishing polish.

Abrasive Size
4 – 8 microns
Defect Removal
Deep scratches, oxidation
Machine Speed
DA 4 – 6 · rotary 1,500 – 2,000 RPM
Pad
Heavy cut / wool
₹800 – ₹2,500 per 500ml
Finishing Polish

Fine Finishing Polish

Fine abrasives for removing light swirls, compound holograms, and enhancing gloss before protection application.

Abrasive Size
0.5 – 2 microns
Defect Removal
Light swirls, haze, holograms
Machine Speed
DA 3 – 4 · rotary 1,000 – 1,500 RPM
Pad
Finishing / soft foam
₹700 – ₹2,000 per 500ml
DA Polisher

Dual Action Random Orbital Polisher

The safest polishing machine for DIY correction. The random orbit motion considerably reduces the risk of overheating or cutting through clear coat compared with a rotary, but incorrect pad, pressure, speed or edge technique can still damage thin clear coat.

Orbit Size
8 – 15 mm
Backing Plate
75mm, 80mm or 125mm
Speed
Rated in OPM (orbits/min) — commonly ~2,000 – 7,500; follow the machine's own scale
Weight
1.4 – 2.2 kg typical
₹3,000 – ₹20,000+
Paint Gauge

Paint Thickness Gauge (PTG)

Measures total paint thickness in microns on steel or aluminium panels. Standard gauges cannot isolate the clear-coat layer — the reading includes primer, base coat, clear coat and any repaint or filler. Useful before correction to spot thin panels and previous respray work.

Measurement Range
0 – 1,500 microns
Accuracy
±1 – 2.5 microns
What it reads
Total coating, not clear coat alone
Typical clear coat
~35 – 50 microns (varies by maker/panel)
₹2,500 – ₹12,000
SiO2 Spray Sealant

Consumer SiO2 Spray Coating

Spray-and-wipe ceramic sealant. Easy application, low defect risk, shorter durability than liquid coatings.

SiO2 Content
Rarely published
Application
Spray-and-wipe
Layer
Thin and sacrificial
Durability
Typically 3 – 6 months in India
₹500 – ₹2,500
DIY Liquid Ceramic

Professional DIY Liquid Ceramic Coating

High-concentration SiO2 that cross-links into a semi-permanent hard coating. Requires surface prep and controlled environment.

SiO2 Content
Rarely published
Flash Time
1 – 3 min per panel
“9H” claims
Pencil hardness, not scratch-proofing
Durability
Often 1 – 2 years in Indian conditions
₹2,000 – ₹8,000 per kit
Graphene Coating

Graphene-Enhanced Coating

SiO2 coating with a graphene additive. Marketed for better heat resistance, less dust attraction and fewer water spots — real-world differences are modest.

Heat Resistance
Claimed — little independent data
Anti-Static
Claimed by some brands
Water Spotting
Claimed — results vary
Durability
Similar to a good SiO2 coating
₹3,000 – ₹12,000 per kit
Coating Booster

SiO2 Ceramic Boost Spray

Maintenance spray to top up hydrophobic properties on an existing ceramic coating.

SiO2 Content
Rarely published
Application
Spray on wet or dry panel
Use Frequency
About every 3 months
Extends Coating Life
Yes, when used regularly
₹400 – ₹1,500 per bottle
Home Use

Induction Motor Pressure Washer

Lower RPM, quieter, longer-lasting than universal motors. Best choice for regular home car washing use.

Pressure
100 – 130 bar
Flow Rate
300 – 420 L/hr
Motor Type
Induction (AC)
Noise Level
68 – 75 dB
₹6,000 – ₹14,000
Professional

Triplex Plunger Professional Washer

Industrial-grade cold water units. 100% duty cycle, triplex plunger pump runs cooler and lasts significantly longer.

Pressure
150 – 200 bar
Flow Rate
500 – 900 L/hr
Pump Type
Triplex plunger
Duty Cycle
100% continuous
₹22,000 – ₹80,000

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