Car Detailing Pro Tips: The Secrets to Showroom Shine

Описание: Car Detailing Pro Tips: The Secrets to Showroom Shine —in this video, I walk you through the complete clay bar decontamination process on a 2020 Ford Explorer and show why washing alone is NOT enough to properly prep paint and glass.

Even after a thorough wash and iron removal, your vehicle’s paint and windows still hold embedded contaminants deep in the clear coat. Using a clay bar, clay mitt, or clay towel removes that hidden grit, restores smoothness, and prepares the surface for machine polishing, wax, or ceramic coating.

In this step-by-step demonstration, you’ll learn:
• Why cars stay contaminated after washing
• How clay bar decontamination actually works
• Why glass should be clayed too
• How to avoid scratching or marring paint
• Clay bar vs clay mitt vs clay towel differences
• How this step impacts wax and ceramic longevity

This is a critical paint correction prep step whether you’re detailing at home or professionally. If you want better shine, longer-lasting protection, and a smoother finish—this step matters.

👉 Watch the previous wash video before claying👉 Next episode covers machine polishing and swirl removal

💬 Question for you:Do you wax, ceramic coat, or leave your vehicle unprotected? And is it garage-kept or a daily driver? Drop a comment below—I reply to all of them.

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⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 – Why Decontamination Matters (Before Wax or Ceramic)
00:33 – Why Your Car Is Still Dirty After Washing
01:38 – Why Washing Comes Before Clay Barring
02:10 – What’s Inside a Clay Bar Kit
02:48 – Why Clay Bar Lubrication Is Critical
03:45 – Claying Paint AND Glass (Yes, Windows Too)
05:40 – Clay Bar vs Clay Mitt vs Clay Towel
06:35 – How to Clay Bar Safely (Step-by-Step Demo)
07:42 – How to Feel & Hear When Clay Is Working
08:34 – Wiping & Inspecting the Results
09:50 – Common Clay Bar Mistakes to Avoid
11:06 – Clear Coat Explained (What You’re Removing)
12:07 – Wax vs Ceramic Coating: Which Is Right?
13:12 – How Climate & Storage Affect Protection
14:00 – Final Results After Clay Barring
15:10 – What Comes Next: Machine Polishing & Coating

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