Gloss-free detailer for matt finishes

Crankalicious Carboniferous Matt Detailer

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Crankalicious Carboniferous is a gloss-free detailer for matt finishes, including uncoated carbon fibre.

  • Gloss free detailing spray
  • Removes dust and fingerprints
  • Leaves no residue behind
  • Preserves the matt finish
  • Suits uncoated carbon fibre
  • Also usable on gloss surfaces
  • Also usable on hard plastics
  • Spray onto a lint free cloth
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Full Description

Crankalicious Carboniferous is a gloss-free detailer for matt finishes, including uncoated carbon fibre.

It removes dust, light dirt and fingerprints while leaving no residue, preserving the matt finish, and can also be used on gloss surfaces and hard plastics.

Key features:

  • Gloss-free detailer
  • Safe on matt and uncoated carbon finishes
  • Leaves no residue
  • Also usable on gloss surfaces and hard plastics

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  • Residue Free

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Expert Notes

Carboniferous is Crankalicious's gloss-free detailer for matt finishes, including uncoated carbon fibre, designed to lift dust, light dirt and fingerprints while leaving no residue behind. Sprayed onto a soft, lint-free cloth and wiped over the frame, it evaporates as it cleans so the matt finish is preserved rather than dulled or marked. It can also be used on gloss surfaces and hard plastics, though care is needed around stickers and decals, and an inconspicuous area should be tested first if unsure. It suits riders with matt or naked carbon frames who want a quick final detailing step, and it pairs well with a proper bike wash and a soft microfibre cloth.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Matt paint finishes
  • Uncoated carbon fibre
  • Gloss surfaces
  • Hard plastics
  • Stickers and decals
  • Bike frames
  • General bike bodywork

Caution: Take care when cleaning around stickers and decals, and test on an inconspicuous area first if you are unsure of the result.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Matt Detailing Spray
Brand
Crankalicious
Formula
Gloss Free And Residue Free
Compatibility
Matt Finishes And Uncoated Carbon Fibre
Also Suitable For
Gloss Surfaces And Hard Plastics
Application Method
Soft Lint Free Cloth
Primary Use
Removing Dust, Light Dirt And Fingerprints

How To Use

Application

  1. Spray Carboniferous onto a soft, lint-free cloth.
  2. Apply to your matt finish or naked, uncoated carbon frame.
  3. Wipe over the surface to remove dust and fingerprints.
  4. Take care when cleaning around stickers and decals.

Aftercare

  1. Allow the product to evaporate and leave no residue.
  2. Test on an inconspicuous area first if unsure.
  3. Repeat as a regular final touch detailing step.
  4. Store the bottle upright away from direct heat.

Top Tip: Use a soft, lint-free cloth so the spray lifts dust and fingerprints without leaving marks on the matt finish.

Performance Benefits

  • Lifts dust and fingerprints

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carboniferous used for?

It is a gloss-free detailer that removes dust, fingerprints and unwanted products from matt finishes.

Is it safe on carbon fibre?

Yes, Crankalicious states it is designed for matt finishes including uncoated carbon fibre.

Does it leave a residue?

No, the product evaporates during cleaning and leaves no residue.

Can I use it on gloss paint?

Yes, Crankalicious says it can also be used on gloss surfaces and hard plastics.

How do I apply it?

Spray it onto a soft, lint-free cloth and apply to the matt finish or carbon frame.

Do you offer UK delivery?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Spray onto a soft, lint-free cloth before use.
  2. Apply to a matt finish or uncoated carbon frame.
  3. Go gently around stickers or decals to protect them.
  4. Test on an inconspicuous area first.
  5. Let the product evaporate rather than wiping it dry.
  6. Can also be used on gloss surfaces and hard plastics.
  7. Store upright away from direct heat.
  8. Available online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Crankalicious

Crankalicious makes handmade cycle care in the UK. The brand says it was born from a wealth of experience in car care products, combining a passion for cycling with knowledge and expertise in automotive detailing. It was created by Dom Colbeck, the man behind Dodo Juice, with the help of cyclist Tony Hetherington, and its products are made at its own premises in Elsenham, a small Essex town not far from Stansted airport.

The Drivers HQ stocks a focused selection of Crankalicious bike care. For washing there is Crankalicious Mud Honey Bucket Wash Shampoo, a pH-neutral foaming wash, and Crankalicious Pineapple Express spray wash in concentrate form. Carboniferous Matt Detailer looks after matt finishes, EnduroBike Frame Sealant protects the frame, Epic Hide leather cleanser refreshes saddles, shoes and bar tape, and Gumchained Remedy cleans the chain.

Crankalicious suits cyclists who already look after their car properly and want the same care for their bike, and drivers who carry a bike on a roof or tow bar rack. A simple routine starts with Pineapple Express or Mud Honey to lift road dirt, followed by Gumchained Remedy on the chain, which then needs fresh lube. Carboniferous finishes matt frames, Enduro protects gloss ones, and Epic Hide tidies the contact points.

Buy Crankalicious from The Drivers HQ with tracked UK-wide delivery by Royal Mail, or collect from our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free. Bike care is easy to add to an order of car detailing products, so the daily driver and the weekend bike can both be looked after from a single delivery or a single visit to the shop.

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Crankalicious Pineapple Express spray wash (concentrate) - The Drivers HQ

Handmade in Small Batches in Essex

Crankalicious grew out of car care. Its site says Dom Colbeck decided to make some car wax on his stove at home in 2006, and by 2007 Dodo Juice was being sold online. In 2015 he realised that many of his friends on social media were seriously into cycling and wondered whether the same kind of handmade products could be developed for cyclists. With the help of cyclist Tony, Crankalicious was the result.

Tony Hetherington joined after a long career in IT project management for a large multinational, combining his love for cars and detailing with his obsession for cycling. The team describe themselves as keen cyclists who are often found trying to climb a mountain or riding a sportive, and Tony enjoys the constant battle of keeping his bikes clean in British weather.

The brand takes the word handmade, a key part of its logo, very seriously. Its products are made at its premises in Elsenham using bespoke formulas and high quality raw chemicals, in small batches with a maximum pour of a few hundred litres, so products can be developed from batch to batch. The labels are applied by hand.

Crankalicious Mud Honey Bucket Wash Shampoo - The Drivers HQ

From Bucket Wash to Chain Cleaner

Crankalicious describes Mud Honey as a pH-neutral foaming bucket wash for use on all areas of the bike. Two to three capfuls in a bucket of water, agitated to build foam, are worked over the bike with a mitt, sponge or brush before rinsing with a low pressure spray. Pineapple Express is its rapid acting spray wash for the frame, brakes and contact points, with a tropical aroma, and the 250ml concentrate is diluted with water at 1:3.

For finishing, Carboniferous is a gloss-free detailer that removes dust, light dirt and fingerprints from matt finishes, including uncoated carbon fibre, without leaving residue. Enduro is a nano protectant that seals and shines all surfaces except brakes and rims, repelling water and mud so dirt cannot stick so easily on later rides. Epic Hide is an intensive cleanser for saddles, shoes, gloves and bar tape that works on natural and synthetic materials.

Gumchained Remedy is a strong solvent chain cleaner that removes dirt, grime, old oil residues and sludge, and the brand reminds riders to re-lube the chain afterwards. Aqua Merino is a non-aggressive wash formulated for merino garments, with a subtle mint fragrance to repel moths, designed for hand or machine washing without removing their protective properties.

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