Best Products to Use During the Clay Bar Process

Get better results when claying your car with these must-have products. From clay mitts to lubricants to microfiber towels, here’s what you really need.

Best Products to Use During the Clay Bar Process

Best Products to Use During the Clay Bar Process

The clay bar process is only as good as the products you use. The right tools can make claying your car easier, safer, and more effective—while the wrong ones can lead to scratches, frustration, or wasted time.

This post breaks down the top clay media options, lubricants, and accessories you’ll want to have on hand for a smooth decontamination process from start to finish.

1. Clay Mitt or Traditional Clay Bar

Clay mitts are reusable, fast, and easier to handle—perfect for most drivers. Traditional clay bars offer more precision and are better for heavy contamination or tight areas.

Not sure which to choose? Read our full breakdown here: Clay Mitt vs Traditional Clay Bar.

2. The Super Soaper (Clay Lubricant)

A slick clay lubricant is crucial to prevent micro-marring. The Super Soaper is the ideal multi-use soap that can be diluted for clay lube use in a spray bottle or pump foamer.

Use 1 oz per 16 oz water in a spray bottle, or 2–3 oz per 40 oz in a foamer. It provides outstanding glide while lifting residue from the paint.

3. Everyday Microfiber Towels

After claying, you need a soft, absorbent towel to wipe off residue without scratching the paint. We recommend the Everyday Microfiber Towel for safe removal of lube and clay residue.

4. Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray

Once your car is clayed and wiped down, protect the paint with Tough As Shell. It’s a spray-on, wipe-off ceramic coating that locks in your work and shields against future contamination.

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Optional Tools to Level Up

  • Pump Foamer: Makes applying clay lube faster and more consistent
  • Disposable Gloves: Keeps hands clean during the process
  • Panel Wipe (Optional): For stripping oils before ceramic protection

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