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Car Chem Citrus Clean

Citrus all purpose cleaner concentrate

Car Chem Citrus Clean

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Car-Chem Citrus Clean is an all purpose cleaner that can be used on virtually anything inside and outside your vehicle! Whether it be for removing carpet stains, or cleaning wheel arches Car-Chem Citrus Cleaner will cope admirably. Simply dilute with water to your requirements or to the recommended guidelines and you'll have a long lasting, fast acting, and very effective safe cleaner.

  • Citrus-based all purpose cleaner
  • Works inside and outside the car
  • Lifts ground-in carpet and fabric stains
  • Clears road film from wheel arches
  • Lifts road film from engine bays
  • Dilutes with water up to 25:1
  • Leaves a fresh, natural scent
  • Available in 500ml and 5L
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Car-Chem Citrus Clean is an all purpose cleaner that can be used on virtually anything inside and outside your vehicle! Whether it be for removing carpet stains, or cleaning wheel arches Car-Chem Citrus Cleaner will cope admirably. Simply dilute with water to your requirements or to the recommended guidelines and you'll have a long lasting, fast acting, and very effective safe cleaner.

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Key features

  • Citrus Formula
  • All Purpose Cleaner
  • Up To 25:1
  • Interior And Exterior
  • Carpet Stains

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Expert Notes

Car-Chem Citrus Clean is a concentrated, citrus-based all purpose cleaner for inside and outside the car. Car-Chem designs it to cut through grease, grime and dirt, from ground-in carpet and fabric stains to brake dust and road film in wheel arches and engine bays. The strength is set by dilution: mix it stronger for heavy work and milder for delicate surfaces and everyday cleaning, diluting up to 25:1 with water. For heavy soiling, let it soak for 5 minutes and agitate with a detailing brush, then wipe with microfibre until no residue remains. It suits anyone who wants one versatile cleaner in the kit. Pair it with a labelled spray bottle, soft detailing brushes and clean microfibre cloths.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Carpets
  • Fabric
  • Wheel arches
  • Engine bays
  • Interior surfaces
  • Exterior surfaces

Caution: Wear gloves and eye protection when mixing, as Car-Chem classes it as causing serious eye damage, and test on a hidden area of fabric first.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Citrus All Purpose Cleaner
Brand
Car-Chem
Use
Interior And Exterior Cleaning
Suitable For
Carpets, Fabric, Wheel Arches And Engine Bays
Size
500ml, 5L
Formula
Citrus-Based Concentrate
Scent
Fresh, Natural
Dilution
Up To 25:1 With Water
Application Method
Spray On, Agitate If Needed, Wipe With Microfibre
Dwell Time
5 Minutes For Heavy Cleaning
Dilution Guide
Stronger For Heavy Jobs, Milder For Delicate Surfaces

How To Use

Application

  1. Dilute with water to suit the job, up to 25:1, using it stronger for heavy grime and milder for delicate surfaces.
  2. Pour the mix into a clean, clearly labelled spray bottle.
  3. Spray onto the surface you want to clean.
  4. For heavy soiling, leave it to soak for 5 minutes and agitate with a detailing brush.
  5. Wipe over with a microfibre cloth until no residue remains.
  6. Repeat on stubborn areas if necessary.

Aftercare

  1. Rinse treated exterior areas such as wheel arches thoroughly with water.
  2. Let cleaned carpets and fabric dry fully before use.
  3. Rinse brushes and machine wash microfibre cloths after use.
  4. Keep interior brushes and cloths separate from wheel arch tools.
  5. Store the concentrate sealed, upright and away from frost, heat and children.

Top Tip: Start with a weaker mix on delicate or interior surfaces and only strengthen it for heavy grime.

Performance Benefits

  • Cuts through grease and grime
  • Lifts ground-in stains from carpet
  • Shifts brake dust from wheel arches
  • Tackles engine bay dirt
  • Fresh, natural scent after cleaning
  • Brush agitation shifts heavy soiling

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I use Citrus Clean on?

Car-Chem Citrus Clean is an all purpose cleaner for virtually anything inside and outside the vehicle. Car-Chem names carpet and fabric stains, wheel arches and engine bays among its uses.

How much should I dilute it?

Dilute it with water to suit the job. Car-Chem says it can be diluted up to 25:1, used stronger for heavy-duty jobs and milder for delicate surfaces and everyday cleaning.

Can I use it on car carpets?

Yes. Car-Chem lists lifting ground-in stains from carpet and fabric as one of its uses. Test on a hidden area first and let the carpet dry fully.

What should I do with heavy dirt?

For heavy cleaning, Car-Chem advises letting it soak for 5 minutes and agitating with a detailing brush if required, then wiping with microfibre.

What does it smell like?

Citrus Clean has a citrus-based formula and Car-Chem says it leaves a fresh, natural scent.

What sizes are available?

Car-Chem Citrus Clean is available in 500ml and 5L sizes.

What should I use with it?

Use a labelled spray bottle for the diluted mix, a soft detailing brush for agitation and clean microfibre cloths for wiping off.

Where can I buy Citrus Clean?

It is available from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery, and our walk-in store is in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Label your spray bottle with the product name and dilution.
  2. Mix weaker for interiors and stronger for wheel arches.
  3. Let heavy grime soak for 5 minutes before agitating.
  4. Use a soft detailing brush on textured surfaces.
  5. Blot carpet stains instead of scrubbing them harder.
  6. Test on a hidden area of fabric first.
  7. Work in the shade so the solution does not dry.
  8. Keep separate brushes for interior and exterior jobs.

The Brand

Car-Chem

Car-Chem is a UK car care manufacturer. Car-Chem Ltd was founded in 2010, and from its on-site laboratory, dedicated research chemist and production facility in Nottingham it researches, develops and makes its own products, and private label products for other businesses. It says its products are sold to professionals and consumers in over 40 countries. In 2024 it was acquired by Leading Solvent Supplies, a UK chemical group, keeping its own brand identity and team, and it still manufactures, fills and labels its own products in-house.

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Shampoo. 1900:1 Shampoo takes its name from its dilution ratio. Car-Chem calls it an award-winning formula that cuts through dirt, grime and road film while keeping waxes, sealants and ceramic coatings intact, with lubricants and long-lasting suds that help keep marring down.

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Glass. Pre Icer is a glass coating that goes on a dry windscreen before a frost and stays on, to stop ice settling. Screen Wash Water Resistant is a concentrated screen wash additive, used at 10:1, that leaves a hydrophobic barrier so rain beads and runs off.

Interior. Interior Clean Coat cleans and dresses in one pass with an applemint scent and a satin finish. HIDE Leather Cream feeds and moisturises leather for a deep, rich satin finish, and Refresh targets the bacteria behind bad smells and leaves a fragrance that lasts for weeks.

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