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Car Chem Prep Panel Wipe

Degreasing panel wipe for pre-protection prep

Car Chem Prep Panel Wipe

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Car-Chem's Prep Panel Wipe is a degreasing and preparatory surface cleanser.

  • Degreasing preparatory surface cleanser
  • Removes oils and silicones from paintwork
  • Leaves a streak-free, clean surface
  • Clears residue before last stage protection
  • Helps last stage protection bond better
  • Simple spray and wipe application
  • Doubles as a glass cleaner
  • Available in 500ml and 5L
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Full Description

Car-Chem's Prep Panel Wipe is a degreasing and preparatory surface cleanser.

Prep Panel Wipe is a special product that is designed to remove residue from your vehicle's surfaces in order to prepare the surface for last stage protection. Prep is great at removing oils and silicones to give a streak-free, clean surface perfect for last stage protection.

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Key features

  • Panel Wipe
  • Removes Silicones
  • Streak-Free Finish
  • Doubles For Glass
  • 500ml And 5L

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Expert Notes

Car-Chem Prep Panel Wipe is the step between polishing and protection. Car-Chem describes it as a degreasing, preparatory surface cleanser that removes oils, silicones and final residue from paintwork, leaving a streak-free, clean surface so last stage protection can bond better. We use it after machine polishing and before a wax, sealant or ceramic coating, working one cool panel at a time: mist the panel and a lint-free microfibre cloth, then wipe until the solution has fully evaporated. It also doubles as a glass cleaner, so the 500ml is a handy bottle for a detailing bag, while the 5L suits regular users refilling their own spray bottles. Pair it with plenty of clean, lint-free microfibre cloths.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Exterior paintwork
  • Freshly polished panels
  • Panels before ceramic coating
  • Panels before wax or sealant
  • Windows and windscreens
  • Door mirror glass

Caution: Work on cool panels out of direct sun so it does not flash off before you wipe. Test on plastic trim and rubber seals before wider use.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Panel Wipe
Brand
Car-Chem
Use
Surface Preparation Before Last Stage Protection
Secondary Use
Glass Cleaning
Suitable For
Exterior Paintwork And Glass
Size
500ml, 5L
Application Method
Spray On, Wipe With A Lint-Free Microfibre Cloth
Finish
Streak-Free, Clean Surface
Removes
Oils, Silicones And Final Residue
Product Name
Prep Panel Wipe

How To Use

Application

  1. Wash, decontaminate and polish the vehicle so only light residue remains.
  2. Work on one cool panel at a time, out of direct sunlight.
  3. Spray Prep directly onto the paintwork and a small amount onto a clean, lint-free microfibre cloth.
  4. Wipe over the panel until the solution has completely evaporated.
  5. Check the surface under good light for streaks or missed residue.
  6. Apply your wax, sealant or coating to the prepared panel.

Aftercare

  1. Turn to a fresh side of the cloth as it loads with residue.
  2. Avoid touching prepared panels with bare hands before protection goes on.
  3. Use it on glass as a glass cleaner, wiping until clear.
  4. Wash used cloths separately and without fabric softener.
  5. Store the bottle closed and upright, away from heat and frost.

Top Tip: Keep a dedicated stack of lint-free microfibre cloths for panel prep so no polish residue returns to the paint.

Performance Benefits

  • Prepares paint for protection
  • Helps protection bond better
  • Lifts final residue from paint
  • Degreases before last stage
  • Leaves a contamination free finish
  • Suits exterior paint and glass

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prep Panel Wipe used for?

Car-Chem Prep Panel Wipe is a degreasing, preparatory surface cleanser used before last stage protection. It removes residue so your wax, sealant or coating can bond better to the paint.

What does it remove?

Car-Chem says Prep removes oils, silicones and any final residue left on the paintwork. This leaves a streak-free, clean surface ready for protection.

When should I use it?

Use it after washing and polishing, immediately before applying last stage protection. Polishing oils left on the paint can stop a protection product bonding properly, so this step removes them.

How do I apply it?

Spray Prep onto the paintwork and a small amount onto a clean, lint-free microfibre cloth, then keep wiping until the solution has completely evaporated.

Can I use it on glass?

Yes, Car-Chem says Prep Panel Wipe doubles as a glass cleaner. Wipe it over the glass with a clean microfibre cloth until it has evaporated.

What sizes are available?

Car-Chem Prep Panel Wipe is available in 500ml and 5L. The 5L suits regular users refilling their own spray bottle.

Where can I buy Car-Chem Prep Panel Wipe?

You can order Car-Chem Prep Panel Wipe from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Use panel wipe only after all polishing is finished.
  2. Work one panel at a time on cool paint.
  3. Mist the cloth as well as the panel, as Car-Chem advises.
  4. Keep wiping until the solution has fully evaporated.
  5. Turn or change cloths as they collect residue.
  6. Apply protection soon after prepping each panel.
  7. Use it on exterior glass as a glass cleaner too.
  8. Available with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

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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