Autobead Alloy Cleaner Concentrate

Concentrated alloy wheel cleaner to dilute

Autobead Alloy Cleaner Concentrate

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Autobead Alloy Cleaner Concentrate is a fast, effective and efficient alloy cleaner that gets straight to work on surface contamination and brake dust, returning alloys to their showroom best. As a concentrate with generous dilution ratios, it goes a long way.

  • Strength to suit the job
  • Goes a long way
  • Gets to work instantly
  • Showroom finish on alloys
  • Good value concentrate
  • Destroys brake dust
  • Light to heavy soiling
  • A minute of dwell time
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Autobead Alloy Cleaner Concentrate is a fast, effective and efficient alloy cleaner that gets straight to work on surface contamination and brake dust, returning alloys to their showroom best. As a concentrate with generous dilution ratios, it goes a long way.

Autobead dilutes it 10:1 for lightly soiled wheels and up to 2:1 for heavy soiling, so you can set the strength to suit the job. Choose the 1L bottle or the 5L.

Key Features

  • Concentrated alloy wheel cleaner
  • Works on brake dust and surface contamination
  • 10:1 for light soiling
  • 2:1 for heavy soiling
  • Generous dilution ratios
  • 1L and 5L

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Key features

  • Wheel Cleaner
  • Brake Dust Cleaning
  • Deep Cleaning
  • Rinse Away Formula

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Expert Notes

A concentrate lets you match the cleaner to the wheel. Autobead gives 10:1 for light soiling and 2:1 for heavy soiling, so one bottle covers both a weekly wash and a neglected set of alloys.

Rinsing first matters as much as the cleaner. It cools the wheel and removes loose grit before the brush touches it.

Autobead says it gets to work instantly on surface contamination and brake dust, and the generous dilution ratios mean one bottle goes a long way.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Alloy wheels
  • Wheel faces and spokes
  • Wheel barrels

Caution: Dilute before use, rinse the wheel first to cool it, and rinse off thoroughly.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Alloy Wheel Cleaner Concentrate
Light Soiling
10:1
Heavy Soiling
2:1
Sizes
1L, 5L
Dwell Time
About A Minute
Removes
Brake Dust, Surface Contamination
Format
Concentrate
Brand
Autobead

How To Use

Mix

  1. Dilute 10:1 for light soiling, or up to 2:1 for heavy soiling.
  2. Fill a labelled spray bottle with the mix.

Clean the wheels

  1. Rinse the wheel to cool it and remove loose dirt.
  2. Spray liberally onto the wheel and allow a minute of dwell time.
  3. Agitate with a wheel brush to loosen stubborn dirt.
  4. Rinse thoroughly with a pressure washer and dry with a dedicated towel.

Top Tip: Mix a weaker solution for regular washes and a stronger one for heavily soiled wheels, rather than one strength for everything.

Performance Benefits

  • Breaks down brake dust and road grime
  • Helps restore cleaner wheel faces
  • Reaches spokes and recessed wheel areas
  • Speeds up routine wheel cleaning
  • Suitable for maintenance wash routines
  • Rinses away after agitation

Frequently Asked Questions

What dilution should I use?

Autobead says 10:1 for lightly soiled wheels and up to 2:1 for heavy soiling.

How long do I leave it on?

Allow about a minute of dwell time before agitating with a wheel brush.

Do I need to rinse the wheel first?

Yes. Autobead says to rinse first to cool the wheel and remove loose dirt.

What sizes are available?

1L and 5L.

How is it different from the ready to use Alloy Cleaner?

It is a concentrate: you dilute it to the strength you need, 10:1 for light soiling or 2:1 for heavy soiling.

Who sells Autobead in the UK?

The Drivers HQ is the exclusive UK reseller of Autobead.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Label your mixing bottle with the dilution.
  2. Work on cool wheels, one at a time.
  3. Use a dedicated wheel brush.
  4. Dry the wheels to avoid water spots.
  5. Mix only what you need.
  6. Rinse the wheel first to cool it.
  7. Keep a stronger mix for neglected wheels.

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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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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 shop 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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