Is Foam Cannon Soap Safe for Ceramic Coatings?
If you’ve spent time and money applying a ceramic coating to your car—or had one professionally installed—you want to protect that investment. But is your foam cannon soap helping or hurting your coating? Here’s what you need to know to make sure your maintenance routine is safe and effective.
What Makes Ceramic Coating So Different?
Ceramic coatings bond to your clear coat and create a hard, hydrophobic layer. That layer repels water, dirt, and contaminants—but it also requires a specific kind of maintenance to stay at peak performance.
Using the wrong soap can dull the coating, reduce water beading, or strip away any hydrophobic top layers. That’s why you need a soap that’s pH-balanced and coating-safe.
What to Avoid in Foam Soaps for Coated Cars
- ❌ High-alkaline soaps (often labeled “strippers” or “degreasers”)
- ❌ Dish soap or household cleaners
- ❌ Heavy surfactants that reduce beading and leave residues
What You Should Use Instead
The Super Soaper is a high-foaming, pH-neutral soap designed specifically to be safe on waxes, sealants, and ceramic coatings. It lifts dirt safely without affecting your protection layer—and produces thick foam through a cannon, pump sprayer, or bucket.
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Why Foam Cannon Washing Is Ideal for Coated Cars
- ✅ Reduces contact = fewer swirl marks
- ✅ Foam helps loosen dirt before you touch the paint
- ✅ Fast and efficient coverage for full-body maintenance
Foam Cannon Soap Mixing Tip:
Add 3–4 oz of The Super Soaper to your foam cannon and fill the rest with warm water. Shake to mix. Apply foam to a dry car and let dwell for 3–5 minutes before rinsing or contact washing.
Want Even Better Results?
Top your ceramic coating with a maintenance spray like Tough As Shell every few weeks. It revives slickness, boosts hydrophobics, and makes each wash faster and easier.
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Conclusion
Not all foam cannon soaps are created equal—especially if you’re caring for a ceramic-coated car. Stick with a pH-neutral formula like The Super Soaper to keep your coating intact, your beading strong, and your wash routine swirl-free. Pair it with the right drying method and a maintenance spray, and your coating will keep performing at its best for months to come.
