Waterless Car Wash

A waterless wash cleans with a spray bottle and microfibre towels instead of a hose and buckets, which suits flats, underground parking, hosepipe bans and a car that is only dusty between proper washes. We stock CarPro Ech2o, Infinity Wax Zero Water, Sonax XTREME Waterless Wash And Shine, Chemical Guys Swift Wipe and Crankalicious Pineapple Express.

How to choose

• Ready to use or concentrate: a ready-mixed spray is simplest; a concentrate like Crankalicious Pineapple Express is diluted into your own bottle (Empty Detailing Bottles) and goes further.
• Clean or clean and shine: some leave gloss behind as well, such as the Sonax Wash And Shine.
• Towels: have plenty of plush Microfibre Cloths ready, one to lift the dirt and a second to buff dry.

Good to know

Use it on dust and light road film only. Mud, grit and winter salt will scratch however much product you use, so a dirty car needs a pre-wash and rinse first. Mist each panel well, wipe in straight lines with light pressure and turn the towel to a clean face often.

Can I wash my car during a hosepipe ban?

Yes, but not with a hosepipe. Ofwat says that during a hosepipe ban (a Temporary Use Ban) you can still clean your car using a bucket, and breaking the ban can mean a fine of up to £1,000. A waterless wash needs no hose at all.

Related: Wash & Pre-Wash, Quick Detailers, Buffing & Finishing Towels, Snow Foam. Popular brands here: CarPro, Infinity Wax, Crankalicious, Chemical Guys.