How to Remove Ingrained Dirt, Bugs and Bird Lime
Normal washing is often not enough to completely remove bugs and insects that have stuck to your vehicle's surfaces. A well-lubricated G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt is ideal for removing them and other stubborn contaminants.
Step 1: Regular Wash
The G3 Pro Clay Mitt and Rapid Detailer combo can be used for maintenance cleans between washes, but for removing ingrained dirt, we recommend you follow our best practice guide to Safely and Effectively Clean Paintwork before following this guide - Snow Foam followed by Shampoo application with the "Two Bucket" Car Wash Method will lift a majority of contaminants, allowing you to focus on smaller areas of ingrained dirt.
We recommend a: Pre-wash with snow foam
...followed by a shampoo wash
Step 2: Identify
Check for ingrained dirt and other contaminants
Make sure that the surface is cool.
Step 3: Clay Mitt & Detailer Combo
Spray the surface...
...spray the clay mitt...
...and keep it lubricated!
Wipe with the clay side....
...then wipe with the cloth side
Smears? Don't panic!
Recommended: Finish with a microfibre cloth
Ingrained dirt: Gone
Did You Know?
Clay mitt + shampoo?!?
Keep it wet!
Products Used
G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt removes ingrained dirt that causes dulling and minor defects when used with a G3 Pro Detailer.
G3 Pro Rapid Detailer 2.0 is a non-hazardous, silicone-free cleaner that removes bird lime, tree sap, dust and fingerprints from surfaces whilst leaving a protective layer.
G Plus Finishing Cloths are ideal for quick cleaning and drying jobs. Its microfibre technology grips dust and small dirt particles, and the cloth’s edgeless finish prevents damaging and scratches.
‘made by boost’ Microfibre Cloths are both edgeless and low lint making them ideal for a wide variety of tasks.
G3 Pro Snow Foam is a pH neutral cleaner, safe for all surfaces and paint finishes. It is ideal for touchless cleaning and maintenance washes, before full exterior work.
G3 Pro Shampoo's highly concentrated formula delivers high foaming action - softening and lifting dirt to prevent surface damage whilst leaving a high gloss shine.
FAQs
G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt - How to Use | @G3Professional
How to Use: G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt How to Use: G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt
1. Clean surface thoroughly
2. Lightly spray the area to be cleaned and the mitt with G3 Pro Rapid Detailer, G3 Pro Rapid Detailer 2.0 or use with G3 Pro Shampoo
3. Wipe over the surface with the clay side of the mitt
4. Wipe clean with the cloth side of the mitt
CAUTION: Always keep the G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt lubricated. Do not use dry.
After use, rinse off accumulated contaminants on the clay side and allow to dry.
NB unlike a clay bar, if dropped you do not need to discard the Clay Mitt, just rinse thoroughly in clean water.
How to Use: G3 Pro Rapid Detailer 2.0 How to Use: G3 Pro Rapid Detailer 2.0
1. Spray a light mist of product onto the surface
2. Use a Farécla G Plus Finishing Cloth to spread the product and clean the surface, wiping off polishing residues glue, lines etc.
3. Use a dry area of the cloth, or ideally a second, clean dry Farécla G Plus Finishing Cloth to buff the surface
Note: for tougher contamination like birdlime allow the product to dwell for a few seconds before wiping
FOR INGRAINED DIRT
1. Having first washed the surface, spray G3 Pro Rapid Detailer onto both the selected work area and a G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt
2. Gently work the mitt over the lubricated surface with light pressure without letting it dry. CAUTION: Keep the G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt lubricated during use
3. Buff off any residue with a soft, clean, dry microfibre cloth using a light circular motion. The surface should now feel smooth to the touch
Do I need to clay my car? Do I need to clay my car?
Your eye may not see contaminants bonded your paint that washing alone will not remove. A quick test to see if claying your car would be of benefit is lightly run your hand over the bodywork. Any grittiness felt are the contaminants such as iron particles, tree sap and bug remnants.
The G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt will lift these particles from paintwork and glass, leaving a smooth finish ready for finishing with a sealant or wax.
Run your hand lightly over the surface after using the clay mitt to feel the difference.
How do I remove tar spots from my G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt? How do I remove tar spots from my G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt?
As you work over your car’s surface, the mitt effectively removes small tar spots from the paint and these can sometimes stick to the clay pad.
If you are having this issue, you can remove them by gently massaging undiluted Washing Up Liquid into the spots.
How do I store my G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt in-between uses? How do I store my G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt in-between uses?
After use, the G3 Pro Deep Clean Clay Mitt needs to be allowed to dry out naturally – for this, you can hang it up on a hook using the tag/loop on the side. Once dried, you should then keep it in a resealable plastic bag.