All purpose cleaner for everyday detailing jobs

AutoBead All Purpose Cleaner

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Autobead All Purpose Cleaner is a highly concentrated formula that cleans interior and exterior surfaces. Autobead lists interior plastics, carpet, upholstery, engine bays, door shuts, window sills, wheel arch linings and tyre rubber, so one bottle covers most of the car.

  • One cleaner for most surfaces
  • Dilutes to suit the job
  • Great value concentrate
  • Cleans carpets and upholstery
  • Tackles engine bays and arches
  • Trade sizes available
  • Inside and outside the car
  • Rinse or wipe away
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Full Description

Autobead All Purpose Cleaner is a highly concentrated formula that cleans interior and exterior surfaces. Autobead lists interior plastics, carpet, upholstery, engine bays, door shuts, window sills, wheel arch linings and tyre rubber, so one bottle covers most of the car.

Dilute it to the job. Inside the car, use 10:1 for heavy soiling and up to 30:1 for general use. Outside, use 5:1 for heavy soiling, 10:1 for medium and up to 30:1 for light. It is not suitable for leather, and used undiluted it may strip wax and sealant.

Key Features

  • Highly concentrated
  • For interior and exterior surfaces
  • Interior 10:1 to 30:1
  • Exterior 5:1 to 30:1
  • Engine bays, door shuts, arches and tyres
  • 1L, 5L and 25L

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Key features

  • All Purpose Cleaner
  • Multi Surface
  • Dilutable Formula
  • Interior And Exterior

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Expert Notes

A good all purpose cleaner earns its place by covering lots of jobs from one bottle. Autobead made this one highly concentrated, so the same product handles a carpet, an engine bay or a wheel arch at different strengths.

The dilution is the important part. Weaker mixes for general cleaning keep it gentle, and stronger ones are there for heavy soiling. Keep it off leather, which Autobead says it is not suitable for, and dilute it on painted panels so wax and sealant stay intact.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Interior plastics
  • Carpets and upholstery
  • Engine bays and door shuts
  • Wheel arch linings and tyres
  • Window sills

Caution: Not suitable for leather. Used undiluted, it may strip exterior wax and sealant protection.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
All Purpose Cleaner
Interior Dilution
10:1 To 30:1
Exterior Dilution
5:1 To 30:1
Not For
Leather
Sizes
1L, 5L, 25L
Format
Highly Concentrated
Application
Spray, Agitate, Rinse Or Wipe
Wax And Sealant
May Strip If Used Neat
Brand
Autobead

How To Use

Mix

  1. Inside the car, dilute 10:1 for heavy soiling and up to 30:1 for general use.
  2. Outside, dilute 5:1 for heavy soiling, 10:1 for medium and up to 30:1 for light soiling.

Clean

  1. Spray onto the surface.
  2. Agitate with a detailing brush or applicator.
  3. Rinse with water or wipe away with a clean microfibre cloth.

Top Tip: Start with the weakest dilution that does the job, especially on painted surfaces with wax or sealant.

Performance Benefits

  • Cleans a wide range of detailing surfaces
  • Helps remove grime, traffic film and general dirt
  • Can be diluted to suit the job
  • Useful for interior and exterior cleaning
  • Works with brushes, cloths and sprayers
  • Ideal for regular valeting routines

Frequently Asked Questions

What dilution should I use inside the car?

10:1 for heavy soiling and up to 30:1 for general use.

What dilution should I use outside?

5:1 for heavy soiling, 10:1 for medium and up to 30:1 for light soiling.

Can I use it on leather?

No. Autobead says it is not suitable for leather. Use Autobead Leather Cleaner instead.

Will it strip wax?

Autobead says it may strip exterior wax and sealant if used undiluted.

Where can I use it?

Interior plastics, carpet, upholstery, engine bays, door shuts, window sills, wheel arch linings and tyre rubber, according to Autobead.

Who sells Autobead in the UK?

The Drivers HQ is the exclusive UK reseller of Autobead.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Never use it on leather.
  2. Do not use it neat on protected paint.
  3. Use a soft brush on carpets and fabrics.
  4. Label each mixing bottle with its dilution.
  5. Test on a hidden area first.
  6. Agitate with a brush, then wipe.
  7. Rinse exterior surfaces well.

The Brand

Autobead

Autobead was developed in the UK around a core idea: make car care both effective and user friendly. The brand is rooted in simplicity, efficiency, and performance. Autobead is based out of Witney in Oxfordshire but markets nationwide. Its visual identity leans into the energy of motorsport, using design cues like racetrack graphics and dynamic branding to convey performance and precision.

The Drivers HQ is the exclusive UK reseller of Autobead, with the range in our Ilkeston showroom and delivered UK-wide.

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Product Range & Innovation

Autobead offers a full detailing line covering every critical surface of a vehicle: pre-wash, contact wash, decontamination, wheels & tyres, polishes/compounds, interior cleaners, glass & trim care, and protective coatings. Its Silex Series and Silex Pro coatings are formulated for durability and compatibility with both Autobead and third-party systems. Each product is engineered to deliver consistent, repeatable results, balancing performance with ease of use to serve both enthusiasts and professional detailers.

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Positioning, Design & UK Presence

Autobead distinguishes itself through clean, modern branding infused with motorsport aesthetics rather than direct racing sponsorships. Its graphic identity is intentionally steeped in the culture of performance to communicate a sense of speed and quality. Autobead is recognised as one of the UK’s faster growing detailing brands, building a network of professionals and users across the country. We stock Autobead products in our Ilkeston showroom and provide reliable UK-wide delivery so that even remote customers can access genuine British detailing solutions. The brand also supports training, accreditation, and community engagement to help detailers improve and grow.

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