Is a Rinseless Wash Safe for Ceramic Coatings?
Got a ceramic coating but can’t use a hose? Or maybe you’re in a cold climate where water freezes the moment it hits the ground?
Good news: a rinseless wash is completely safe for ceramic-coated vehicles—when done correctly.
What Is a Rinseless Wash?
A rinseless wash lets you clean your car using 1–2 gallons of water and a few microfiber towels—no hose or rinsing needed.
- ✅ Mix the soap in a bucket
- ✅ Soak your towel and wipe panel-by-panel
- ✅ Use a second towel to dry immediately
Why Ceramic Coatings Need Special Care
Ceramic coatings are slick, hydrophobic, and sensitive to abrasion. You want:
- ✔️ Minimal friction
- ✔️ Lots of lubrication
- ✔️ Gentle towels and drying techniques
The Best Soap for Rinseless on Ceramic
The Super Soaper is ceramic-safe, ultra-lubricated, and doubles as a rinseless wash solution.
Rinseless Dilution: Use 0.5 to 1 oz per gallon of water.
- ✔️ Protects ceramic slickness
- ✔️ Won’t strip hydrophobic properties
- ✔️ Safe on paint, glass, and trim
Step-by-Step: Rinseless Wash for Coated Cars
- Pre-rinse if the car is very dirty (optional)
- Mix Super Soaper in a clean bucket (1 oz per 2 gallons)
- Soak several microfiber towels
- Wipe one panel with a soaked towel (one-direction passes)
- Dry immediately with a second clean towel
Customer Testimonial
“I coat all my customer cars, and in winter I only do rinseless washes. The Super Soaper is slick, foams well even in low dilution, and hasn’t affected any coatings I’ve applied. It’s my go-to for mobile detailing.”
— Pete H., Verified Professional Detailer
Bonus Tip: Add Ceramic Spray After Washing
After your rinseless wash, apply Tough As Shell to refresh protection and boost water beading.
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How to do a rinseless wash:
Ceramic coatings don’t need gallons of water to stay clean. Just the right technique, the right towels, and the right soap.
Use The Super Soaper for your rinseless washes—and keep your coating safe, slick, and shining all year long.
