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Chemical Guys After Wash (16OZ)

Spray-on drying aid and gloss enhancer

Chemical Guys After Wash (16OZ)

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HOW IT WORKS

  • Advanced drying aid and gloss enhancer
  • Repels water for a faster dry
  • Reduces water spots and streaking
  • Adds lubrication to prevent scratches
  • Synthetic gloss enhancers boost shine
  • Extends life of wax and sealant
  • Suitable for cars trucks and motorcycles
  • 473ml spray bottle
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Full Description

HOW IT WORKS

Chemical Guys After Wash is an advanced paintwork moisturizer that aids the drying process. The innovative drying aid repels water, adds lubrication, and creates a streak-free shine when drying any vehicle. 95% of swirls and scratches come from poor wash and dry habits. The advanced lubricating polymers in After Wash glide any premium microfiber towel over paintwork for a scratch-free shine. It's the safest way to dry any vehicle. Use After Wash on any car, truck, motorcycle, RV, boat, motocross, off road, ATV, or snow vehicle for perfect streak and scratch-free drying! Hydrophobic drying aids repel water to quickly dry paintwork with a premium microfiber towel. After Wash enhances any wax or sealant coat for improved longevity with a high-gloss shine. Use After Wash to dry paint, wheels, glass, metal, and plastic surfaces. Simply spray After Wash on the wet surface, then watch the puddles of water sheet off the paint. Buff off remaining water with a premium microfiber towel. After Wash repels water from the surface for a smooth finish after a wash. Chemical Guys After Wash makes drying your vehicle quick, easy, and safe.

Bad Habits Cause Swirls and Scratches

95% of swirls and scratches are caused by poor washing and drying habits, and equipment. Good drying tools and techniques are critical to maintaining scratch-free paintwork. After Wash provides extra lubrication between the microfiber towel and paintwork for scratch-free drying. The innovative formula helps the microfiber towel absorb more water for a streak-free shine in less time. After Wash enhances any wax or sealant coat with synthetic polymers for a brilliant shine after a wash.

Water-repelling Formula Dries Fast

After Wash uses hydrophobic technology to push water away from paint and quickly dry any vehicle. Simply spray After Wash on wet paintwork after a wash. Using a premium microfiber towel, gently dry the surface to achieve a streak-free shine. The secret to After Wash is the advanced lubrication agents that reduce friction between the paintwork and microfiber drying towel. After Wash dries faster than a towel alone while reducing the chances of scratching paint. Chemical Guys After Wash makes drying any vehicle faster and easier than ever imagined.

Shine As You Dry

After Wash enhances shine while you dry! After Wash is formulated with synthetic sealant and gloss enhancers, adding extra protection after a wash. After the final rinse, simply spray After Wash on the vehicle and dry using a premium microfiber towel. After Wash is the perfect choice to dry any vehicle after a weekly wash. Use After Wash on any car, truck, motorcycle, RV, boat, motocross, offroad, ATV, or snow vehicle for perfect streak and scratch-free drying! After Wash reduces drying time and produces a slick finish. The advanced polymer technology forces water away from the surface while allowing microfiber to absorb the maximum amount of moisture. After Wash is formulated to dry any exterior surface for a streak-free shine. Great for drying paintwork, wheels, glass, exhaust tips, and plastic trim. After Wash is the perfect choice for drying any exterior surface. Discover the most effective way to dry any vehicle using Chemical Guys After Wash

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Key features

  • Drying Aid
  • 473ml Bottle
  • Gloss Enhancer
  • Water Repelling

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Expert Notes

Chemical Guys After Wash is a spray-on drying aid designed to be used straight after a wash, while the paintwork is still wet. The water-repelling formula helps water sheet off the surface, so less effort is needed to dry each panel with a microfibre towel, while synthetic gloss enhancers add shine and help extend the life of an existing wax or sealant layer. Chemical Guys lists it as suitable for paintwork, wheels, glass, metal and plastic trim, on cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, boats and ATVs. It sits at the drying stage of a wash routine, well paired with a premium microfibre drying towel and applied one panel at a time in a shaded area, away from hot surfaces.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Paintwork
  • Wheels
  • Glass
  • Metal trim
  • Plastic trim
  • Cars and trucks
  • Motorcycles
  • ATVs and RVs

Caution: Use in a shaded area and avoid spraying onto hot paintwork, as the product is intended for wet surfaces straight after washing.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Drying Aid And Gloss Enhancer
Brand
Chemical Guys
Use
Post-Wash Drying And Gloss Enhancement
Suitable For
Paintwork, Wheels, Glass, Metal And Plastic Trim
Size
473ml (16oz)
Format
Spray-On Liquid
Application Method
Spray On Wet Paint, Then Dry With A Microfibre Towel
Compatibility
Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, RVs, Boats And ATVs

How To Use

Application

  1. Wash the vehicle and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
  2. While the surface is still wet, spray After Wash directly onto one panel at a time.
  3. Immediately dry the panel using a clean, premium microfibre towel.
  4. Work in a shaded area and avoid spraying onto hot surfaces.
  5. Move panel to panel until the whole vehicle is dry.

Aftercare

  1. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
  2. Wipe the nozzle after use to stop it clogging.
  3. Wash microfibre drying towels separately from other towels.
  4. Check the finish for streaks and re-treat any missed areas.

Top Tip: Spray one panel at a time and dry immediately, rather than covering the whole vehicle before drying.

Performance Benefits

  • Speeds up vehicle drying
  • Reduces water spots
  • Boosts existing wax shine
  • Adds lubrication for safer drying
  • Suits paintwork wheels and glass
  • Works on multiple vehicle types

Frequently Asked Questions

What size does After Wash come in?

The Drivers HQ sells Chemical Guys After Wash in a 473ml (16oz) spray bottle.

What is After Wash used for?

It is a drying aid and gloss enhancer, sprayed onto wet paintwork after a wash to help water sheet off before you dry with a microfibre towel.

Does After Wash replace wax or sealant?

No, it enhances the shine of an existing wax or sealant layer rather than replacing it.

Can I use it on wheels and glass?

Yes, Chemical Guys lists it as suitable for paintwork, wheels, glass, metal and plastic trim.

Can I use it on any vehicle?

Yes, it is designed for cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, boats and ATVs.

Where should I apply it?

Spray it onto one wet panel at a time in a shaded area, avoiding hot surfaces.

What should I dry with?

Use a clean, premium microfibre towel to dry each panel after spraying.

Do you deliver UK-wide?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery, plus a walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Spray onto wet paintwork straight after rinsing, not once it has dried.
  2. Work one panel at a time for the cleanest results.
  3. Use a clean, premium microfibre towel to dry each panel.
  4. Avoid spraying onto hot panels or in direct sunlight.
  5. Store the bottle upright away from heat and sunlight.
  6. Wipe the spray nozzle after use to stop it clogging.
  7. Suitable for cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, boats and ATVs.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Chemical Guys

Chemical Guys is an American car care brand, operated by Smart, LLC and based in Torrance, California. It combines car care chemicals with detailing education and a community of enthusiasts, and its stated mission includes making professional-style results achievable at home through clear instruction. Its lines include the Hex-Logic polishing pads, Mr. Pink shampoo and a long list of air freshener scents.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Chemical Guys online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop: Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads, shampoos, waxes and detailers, interior cleaners, wash mitts and a wide choice of air fresheners. Popular choices include the Hex-Logic Light Polishing Pad, the Quantum Buffing Pad in red and Mr. Pink shampoo.

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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic pads in red, white, orange and black on a black display plinth, the red Quantum pad showing its printed back

Hex-Logic polishing pads by colour

Chemical Guys colour-codes its Hex-Logic pads by task, so choose the colour for the job. The Hex-Logic Quantum pads have laser-cut hexagonal grooves and a central Precision Port opening, which Chemical Guys says reduce heat, friction and wear.

Start with the least aggressive pad that removes the defect. Shop more polishing pads.

Chemical Guys red HEX-Logic Quantum pad on a dual action polisher on red paint, with the black Quantum pad held ready

Chemical Guys wash, protection, interior and air fresheners

Shampoos. Mr. Pink is a pH-balanced shampoo that Chemical Guys says is safe on existing protection, used in a bucket, foam gun or foam cannon; its dose is 1 to 3oz (about 30 to 90ml) in a 5 gallon (about 19 litre) bucket. Maxi-Suds II comes original, Grape Fusion and Strawberry Clear. Also Glossworkz, Clean Slate, Stripper Suds and, for matte paint, Meticulous Matte Auto Wash with its Detailer & Spray Sealant.

Waterless, waxes and protection. Swift Wipe, EcoSmart and EcoSmart RU waterless washes; Butter Wet Wax, Cherry Wet Wax and Instawax; After Wash; HydroView ceramic glass cleaner and coating; Wax Coat Wheel Guard; Heavy Duty Water Spot Remover; and Wipe Out surface cleanser.

Dressings and interior. Silk Shine, Clear Liquid Extreme Shine and Barebones for the undercarriage; inside, InnerClean, the Leather Quick Detailer, Foaming Citrus Fabric Clean and Lightning Fast Stain Extractor.

Mitts and tools. Bear Claw mitt and pad, chenille mitts in black and blue, the Stiffy Brush, the Soft Stool detailing cart and a logo bucket sticker.

Air fresheners. Scents include New Car Smell, Signature Scent, Black Frost, Leather Scent, Fresh Cherry Blast, Chuy Bubble Gum (also hanging), Fresh Glazed Doughnut, Buttered Up, Honeydew, Fresh Slice Watermelon, Fresh Cut Grass, JDM Fresh Citrus Squash, Mangocello, Mom's Pound Cake, Pina Colada, Purple Stuff Grape, Rides and Coffee, Stay Fresh Baby Powder, Vanilla Bean and Warm American Apple Pie.

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