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303 Tyre Coating & Protectant Aerosol

Water-based satin tyre coating aerosol

303 Tyre Coating & Protectant Aerosol

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303 Tyre Coating & Protectant is a water-based tyre coating that provides a satin shine and long-lasting protection.

  • Water-based formula, not a silicone one
  • Leaves a satin finish on tyres
  • Formulated to be sling-free
  • Protects against UV fading and cracking
  • Helps prevent cracking and dry rot
  • No brushes or applicators needed
  • Foams and levels itself on the tyre
  • No harmful solvents to dry out rubber
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Full Description

303 Tyre Coating & Protectant is a water-based tyre coating that provides a satin shine and long-lasting protection.

This tyre coating uses a water-based formula, rather than a silicone one. Because there aren't any harmful solvents in the formula, the rubber will not dry out.

303 Tyre Coating & Protectant also protects from UV damage that can cause fading and cracking.

It is quick and easy to use, simply shake, spray and let it dry. No brushes or applicators are needed. It's also a sling-free formula.

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Key features

  • Satin Finish
  • Water-Based
  • 532ml Aerosol
  • Sling-Free
  • UV Protection

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Expert Notes

303 Tyre Coating & Protectant is a 532ml aerosol tyre coating with a water-based formula rather than a silicone one, and with no harmful solvents, so the rubber will not dry out. It sprays on, foams and levels itself, needs no brushes or applicators, and cures in up to an hour to a sling-free satin finish. It protects against UV damage that can cause fading and cracking. It suits owners who want a clean satin look rather than a wet gloss, and anyone who wants a quick, tidy finish after a wash. Start with tyres cleaned of old silicone dressings using a tyre and rubber cleaner and a stiff brush, and add a second coat if you want more depth.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Tyre sidewalls
  • Car tyres
  • Van tyres
  • SUV tyres
  • Motorhome tyres
  • Trailer tyres

Caution: Apply to tyre sidewalls only, never to the tread, and wipe any overspray off wheels, brake discs and paint before it cures.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Tyre Coating
Brand
303
Size
532ml (18oz) Aerosol
Formula
Water-Based, Not Silicone-Based
Application Method
Shake, Spray, Leave To Foam And Level
Finish
Satin
Protection
UV Damage, Fading, Cracking And Dry Rot
Applicators Needed
None
Cure Time
Up To An Hour
Extra Depth
Optional Second Coat
Surface Preparation
Clean, Dry Tyre Free Of Old Silicone Dressings

How To Use

Application

  1. Clean the tyre of dirt, grime and any previous silicone-based dressing, ideally with a dedicated tyre and rubber cleaner.
  2. Let the tyre dry completely.
  3. Shake the can well.
  4. Spray an even coat around the whole sidewall, where it will foam and begin to level itself.
  5. Wipe any excess off the wheel straight away.
  6. Leave it for up to an hour so the coating cures.
  7. Apply a second coat if you want more depth.

Aftercare

  1. Avoid driving through standing water until the coating has cured.
  2. Clean the tyres before each new application so the coating goes onto bare rubber.
  3. Reapply when the satin finish starts to fade.
  4. Keep the can away from heat and direct sunlight, and never pierce or burn it, even when empty.
  5. Store the can upright in a cool, dry place.

Top Tip: Hold a piece of card against the wheel rim while spraying to keep overspray off the alloy.

Performance Benefits

  • Guards sidewalls against dry rot
  • Protects rubber from UV fading
  • Self-levelling even coat
  • Quick spray-on application
  • Keeps rubber from drying out
  • Cures in up to an hour

Frequently Asked Questions

What finish does it give?

303 Tyre Coating & Protectant gives tyres a satin finish. If you want more depth, you can apply a second coat.

Is it silicone based?

No, it uses a water-based formula rather than a silicone one. Because there are no harmful solvents in the formula, the rubber will not dry out.

Do I need a brush or applicator?

No, you simply shake, spray and let it dry. It foams and levels itself, so no brushes or applicators are needed.

Will it sling onto my paintwork?

It is a sling-free formula. Let it cure for up to an hour before driving.

How long does it take to cure?

Leave it for up to an hour after spraying so the coating cures.

How should I prepare the tyres?

Make sure the tyre is clear of dirt, grime and any previous silicone-based tyre products. The product directions recommend starting with 303 Tyre and Rubber Cleaner, and the tyre must be dry before you spray.

Does it protect the tyres?

Yes, it protects against UV damage that can cause fading and cracking, and helps prevent dry rot.

What size is the can?

It is a 532ml (18oz) aerosol, ready to spray with no applicator needed.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Strip old silicone dressings before the first application.
  2. Spray onto clean, dry tyres only.
  3. Shake the can well before spraying.
  4. Wipe overspray off wheels straight away.
  5. Allow up to an hour for the coating to cure.
  6. Add a second coat for more depth.
  7. Keep the coating off tyre treads.
  8. Pick up a can at our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

The Brand

303

303 is an American surface protection brand that has been a trusted name in its field since 1980. Its protectant was first developed to protect aircraft rubber wing boots at high altitude, and the formulas now care for cars, boats, RVs and outdoor gear. Since 2012, 303 has belonged to Gold Eagle Co., the Chicago company behind STA-BIL, which says its branded products, 303 included, are manufactured in the United States at its facilities in Chicago. The brand line is Proven to Protect.

At The Drivers HQ we stock 303 online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop. Popular choices include 303 Aerospace Protectant, the Automotive Speed Detailer and the Slick Shine Ceramic Detailer.

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303 Speed Detailer, Protectant Wipes, Aerospace Protectant and Wheel & Tire Cleaner on a black display plinth

303 protectants, trim and leather care

Aerospace Protectant. The product 303 is known for, in 296ml, 473ml and 946ml. 303 describes it as a water-based formula with no petroleum distillates, alcohol, mineral oil or harmful silicone oils, which dries to a clear matte finish, blocks UV to help stop fading and cracking, and repels dust and stains. It suits vinyl, plastic, rubber, finished leather and fibreglass, but not clear plastics, suede, fabrics, flooring, gauge panels or headlights. Spray it onto a clean, dry surface out of direct sun and wipe it completely dry, because it does not air dry; 303 says to reapply every 30 to 45 days. The same protection comes as Automotive Protectant 473ml and in a tub of 25 Protectant Wipes.

Trim, seals and tyres. Rubber Seal Protectant comes in a 101ml bottle with an applicator for door, window, bonnet and boot seals, and helps them keep their elasticity. Graphene Trim Coating is a non-greasy coating for faded trim that 303 rates at up to 6 months, and Tyre Coating & Protectant is a water-based, sling-free aerosol that dries to a satin shine with no brush needed.

Leather. A two-step system: Leather Cleaner lifts stains and preps the surface, then Leather Conditioner softens the leather and adds UV protection that 303 rates at 30 days. Both suit finished and unfinished leather.

Fabric and stains. Multi-Surface Cleaner removes spots of coffee, oil, grease and ink from water-safe surfaces, and Mold & Mildew Cleaner + Blocker removes mould stains without bleach. Fabric Guard restores water and stain repellency to outdoor fabrics, such as a convertible roof's seams, and is not for interior fabrics.

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303 Speed Detailer being sprayed onto the bonnet of a blue car on a driveway

303 detailers, coatings and wheel cleaners

Between washes. The Automotive Speed Detailer is mist-on, wipe-off gloss for paint, plastics, fibreglass, chrome and glass, with anti-static properties and UV blockers. The Slick Shine Ceramic Detailer is infused with SiO2 and carnauba wax, works on wet paint as a drying aid or on dry paint, and is safe on matte paint. The Graphene Detailer tops up existing coatings, works wet or dry and lasts up to 90 days, and the Automotive Spray Wax cleans off water spots and dust and leaves protection rated at up to 90 days.

Coating. Graphene Nano Spray Coating is a graphene oxide based spray coating that 303 rates at 12 months. It is strongly hydrophobic, helps reduce water spots by lowering the surface temperature, can be applied in direct sunlight and also goes on glass, wheels and trim.

Wheels. Wheel & Tire Cleaner is a foaming, acid-free and non-corrosive cleaner for wheels and tyres: spray onto cool, rinsed surfaces, leave for 2 minutes, agitate and rinse. Heavy Duty Wheel Cleaner is acid free too, removes brake dust and caked-on dirt, and also works as a paint decontamination spray for embedded fallout before polishing.

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