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AutoBrite Prep-It 1L

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Autobrite Direct PREP-IT is the perfect surface preparation product for your paint correction and protection process. This product contains high purity solvents combined with degreasing additives that allow easy dissolving and removal of unwanted polishing oils, fingerprints, cleaning product residue etc.

  • Removes polishing oils before protection
  • Lifts fingerprints and cleaning residue
  • High purity solvent formula
  • Degreasing additives for a clean panel
  • Prepares paint for ceramic coatings
  • Also used before sealants and waxes
  • Helps protection reach full performance
  • 1L bottle for regular prep work
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Full Description

Autobrite Direct PREP-IT is the perfect surface preparation product for your paint correction and protection process. This product contains high purity solvents combined with degreasing additives that allow easy dissolving and removal of unwanted polishing oils, fingerprints, cleaning product residue etc.

A must for ensuring a clean panel prior to application of Ceramic coatings, Sealants and Waxes, allowing your chosen paint protection to achieve its maximum performance.

More in Panel Wipe & IPA and from Autobrite Direct.

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Key features

  • Panel Prep
  • Solvent Formula
  • Coating Prep
  • 1L Bottle

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Expert Notes

Prep-It is Autobrite Direct's panel wipe, used between polishing and protection. It combines high purity solvents with degreasing additives to dissolve polishing oils, fingerprints and cleaning product residue, so a ceramic coating, sealant or wax goes onto a clean surface. The safety data sheet lists a C9 to C10 hydrocarbon solvent as the main ingredient, with no isopropyl alcohol listed, and classes it as a flammable liquid with a flash point of approx. 27°C. It suits enthusiasts and detailers applying any durable protection. Pair it with plenty of clean, lint-free microfibre towels and your chosen coating, sealant or wax, and use it in a well ventilated space.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Freshly polished paintwork
  • Panels before ceramic coating
  • Panels before sealant
  • Panels before waxing
  • Polishing oil residue
  • Fingerprints on prepared panels
  • Cleaning product residue

Caution: Flammable liquid and vapour: use in a well ventilated area away from heat, sparks and open flames, and avoid breathing the vapour.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Panel Wipe Surface Prep
Brand
Autobrite Direct
Size
1L
Formula
High Purity Solvents With Degreasing Additives
Main Ingredient
C9 To C10 Hydrocarbon Solvent, Under 2% Aromatics
Removes
Polishing Oils, Fingerprints And Cleaning Product Residue
Use Before
Ceramic Coatings, Sealants And Waxes
Appearance
Clear Liquid
Flash Point
Approx. 27°C
Hazard Classification
Flammable Liquid And Vapour
Primary Use
Surface Preparation Before Paint Protection

How To Use

Application

  1. Wash and dry the vehicle and finish any polishing before using Prep-It.
  2. Work in a well ventilated area away from heat, sparks and open flames.
  3. Apply a small amount of Prep-It to a clean, folded microfibre towel.
  4. Wipe one panel at a time to lift polishing oils and residue.
  5. Follow straight away with a second clean, dry microfibre towel.
  6. Apply your ceramic coating, sealant or wax once the panel is clean.

Aftercare

  1. Refold or change towels often so removed oils are not spread back on.
  2. Close the bottle tightly straight after use.
  3. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place away from ignition sources.
  4. Keep the bottle out of reach of children.
  5. Wash used towels separately before using them again.

Top Tip: Refold to a clean towel face every panel so lifted polishing oils are not wiped back onto the paint.

Performance Benefits

  • Dissolves unwanted polishing oils
  • Lifts fingerprints from panels
  • Removes cleaning product residue
  • Leaves a clean panel
  • Clean base for sealants and waxes
  • Supports full protection performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prep-It used for?

Prep-It is a surface preparation product used to clean panels before applying a ceramic coating, sealant or wax. It removes polishing oils, fingerprints and cleaning product residue.

Is Prep-It an IPA wipe?

No isopropyl alcohol is listed for Prep-It: Autobrite Direct's safety data sheet gives a C9 to C10 hydrocarbon solvent, at 60 to 100%, as its main ingredient. The maker describes it as high purity solvents combined with degreasing additives.

When do I use it in my detail?

Use Prep-It after polishing and before applying protection, so the coating, sealant or wax goes onto a clean panel.

How do I apply it?

Apply a small amount to a clean microfibre towel, wipe one panel at a time and follow with a second clean towel. Work in a well ventilated area.

Is Prep-It flammable?

Yes. Prep-It is classified as a flammable liquid and vapour with a flash point of approx. 27°C, so keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames.

Can I use it before a ceramic coating?

Yes. Autobrite Direct describes Prep-It as a must for ensuring a clean panel before ceramic coatings, sealants and waxes.

What size is this bottle?

This is the 1L bottle of Autobrite Direct Prep-It.

Can I get it delivered?

Yes, Prep-It is available from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Finish all polishing before wiping down with Prep-It.
  2. Use clean, lint-free microfibre towels for every car.
  3. Wipe one panel at a time, then follow with a dry towel.
  4. Work in a well ventilated area and avoid breathing the vapour.
  5. Wear protective gloves when handling the solvent.
  6. Avoid touching prepared panels with bare hands.
  7. Close the bottle tightly and store it somewhere cool.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Autobrite Direct

Autobrite Direct is a car detailing brand that describes itself as built by detailers, for detailers. It was originally founded in 2005 and, in its own words, grew from a small UK operation into a recognised name within the global detailing community. In 2026 the brand entered a new chapter, now operated by Technical Brands UK & Ireland Limited, and key legacy products and formulations have been brought back. Its range covers wheel and tyre care, interior and exterior cleaning, decontamination, and finishing polish, wax and protection, and the brand states that its products are formulated and manufactured in the UK.

The Drivers HQ stocks Autobrite Direct for the finishing stages. Prep-It removes polishing oils before protection, Ultraslick paint sealant and the banana scented Carbanuba wax protect the finish, Project 64 is a spray gloss enhancer, and Crystal Glass Cleaner looks after the glass.

Autobrite Direct suits enthusiasts finishing off a detail. After the wash and any polishing, Prep-It wipes the paint clean of oils, Ultraslick or Carbanuba then protects the finish, Project 64 adds gloss, and Crystal Glass Cleaner takes care of the windows.

Buy Autobrite Direct from The Drivers HQ with tracked UK-wide delivery, or use free Click & Collect from our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. Whether you are topping up a favourite sealant or adding a glass cleaner to your kit, you can combine Autobrite Direct products with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order.

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Built by Detailers, for Detailers

Autobrite Direct says everything it does is driven by real-world experience: understanding what actually works, what consistently delivers results and what makes the process of car care better. Its stated aim is to create products that professionals can rely on and enthusiasts can enjoy using, combining performance, consistency and ease of use in every formulation.

The brand was originally founded in 2005 and built its reputation on high-performing products, practical solutions and a loyal customer base. In 2026 it entered a new chapter, now operated by Technical Brands UK & Ireland Limited. According to the brand, key legacy products and formulations have been brought back, manufacturing partnerships reinstated and production aligned with strict quality and regulatory standards.

Autobrite Direct states that its products are developed and validated in-house, and formulated and manufactured in the UK using high-quality raw materials. Its focus, in its own words, is UK manufactured products that work properly, every time.

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Glass Care, Wash and Paint Correction

Crystal Glass Cleaner has been part of the Autobrite Direct range since 2005 and, according to the brand, was one of the first products it developed. Its high flash-off formula is designed to be sprayed, wiped and buffed, and the brand describes it as safe for all glass, mirrors and window tints. For heavier contamination, Clear View Glass Polish removes bug splatter, grease, fallout and stubborn stains from glass, and contains no silicones or waxes.

On the wash side, Autobrite Direct describes Citrus Wash as a powerful yet gentle pre-wash and all-purpose cleaner infused with citrus oil, diluted to suit anything from light cleaning to degreasing. BriteGel is a sticky, non-acidic wheel cleaning gel that clings to the wheel and tyre with less run-off, and Ceramic Shield Magiseal is a water-based, SiO2 infused coating that can be applied through a foam lance or with a trigger sprayer.

For paint correction, the Correct It range pairs compounds and polishes with dedicated pads. The brand describes Enrich as a medium machine polishing compound that removes car wash scratches, swirl marks and light oxidation, and as a one-step cut and finish compound for most paint finishes.

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