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Duel Panel Prep - Panel Wipe

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Duel Panel Prep - Panel Wipe £8.99
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Duel Panel Prep is designed to remove all traces of oils or polish residues from a surface in preparation for applying waxes, sealants or coatings. This ensures an ideal surface to which the product can sufficiently bond.

  • Solvent based panel wipe
  • Removes oils and polishing residues
  • Prepares paint before wax or coating
  • Buff off, no rinse needed
  • Suitable for paintwork and glass
  • Streak-free, residue-free finish
  • 500ml ready to use bottle
  • Made in Britain
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Full Description

Duel Panel Prep is designed to remove all traces of oils or polish residues from a surface in preparation for applying waxes, sealants or coatings. This ensures an ideal surface to which the product can sufficiently bond.

The residue-free surface provides a maximum bond to your chosen product resulting in greater performance and durability from your chosen wax, sealant or coating.

Failing to prepare your surface effectively will result in less durability and performance from your chosen coating.

Why Should You Buy Panel Prep Panel Wipe

  • Increased performance and durability from your wax, sealant or coating.
  • Removes all oils and residues from painted and glass surfaces.
  • The ideal surface preparation for Element - Hybrid Wax

More in Panel Wipe & IPA and from Duel Autocare.

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Key features

  • Solvent-Based
  • Residue-Free Finish
  • Paint And Glass
  • Flammable Formula

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Expert Notes

Panel Prep is Duel Autocare's solvent based panel wipe, used as the final preparation step before applying a wax, sealant or ceramic coating. It strips away polishing oils and residues left behind by machine polishing or everyday cleaning, so protection products bond to genuinely bare paint rather than a hidden film. The maker states it is suitable for clear-coated paintwork and glass, buffs off with a microfibre cloth without rinsing, and is flammable, so it should be kept away from heat, sparks and open flames and used away from plastic trim and rubber seals. Supplied in a 500ml bottle, it pairs naturally with a coral fleece or utility microfibre cloth and sits alongside Duel's wax and sealant range as the step most details skip.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Clear-coated paintwork
  • Glass and windscreens
  • Freshly polished panels
  • Bonnets and body panels
  • Pre-wax preparation areas
  • Pre-coating preparation areas

Caution: This product is flammable, so keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames, and avoid use on plastic trim and rubber seals.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Panel Wipe
Brand
Duel Autocare
Size
500ml
Format
Solvent Based, Ready To Use
Application Method
Spray, Spread And Buff With Microfibre
Rinse Required
No
Finish
Residue-Free, Streak-Free
Suitable For
Clear-Coated Paint And Glass
Use Stage
Final Preparation Before Wax, Sealant Or Coating
Country Of Origin
Made In Britain

How To Use

Application

  1. Finish washing, decontaminating and polishing the panel first.
  2. Work one panel at a time, away from sparks and flames.
  3. Spray Panel Prep evenly onto the surface.
  4. Spread it with a clean coral fleece microfibre cloth.
  5. Do not let it dry on the panel as you work.

Aftercare

  1. Flip to a dry side of the cloth and buff off.
  2. Buff until the panel is completely clear and streak-free.
  3. Apply wax, sealant or coating straight away while clean.
  4. Store the bottle in a cool place away from ignition sources.

Top Tip: Work one panel at a time and apply your wax or sealant while the surface is still freshly prepped.

Performance Benefits

  • Strips hidden oils and residues
  • Improves wax and sealant bond
  • Leaves a streak-free surface
  • Works on paint and glass
  • Buffs off without rinsing
  • Preps panels immediately before protection

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Panel Prep used for?

It is a panel wipe that removes oils and polishing residues before applying wax, sealant or coating.

Do I need to rinse it off?

No, buff it off with a microfibre cloth. The solvent flashes off as you buff.

Is it safe on plastic trim?

The maker advises keeping it to paint and glass rather than plastic trim and rubber seals.

Is it flammable?

Yes, Duel Autocare states it is flammable, so keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames.

What size does it come in?

It is supplied in a 500ml bottle.

When should I use it in a detail?

Use it as the final preparation step immediately before a wax, sealant or coating.

Can I use it on glass?

Yes, it is suitable for clear-coated paint and glass.

Do you deliver UK-wide?

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

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Work one panel at a time.
  2. Keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames.
  3. Spread with a clean coral fleece microfibre cloth.
  4. Do not let it dry on the panel.
  5. Buff to a completely streak-free finish.
  6. Apply protection straight away while the panel is clean.
  7. Store in a cool place away from ignition sources.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Duel Autocare

Duel Auto Care was founded in the UK by two lifelong car enthusiasts who wanted to do more than just sell detailing products, they wanted to create them. Every bottle comes from their obsession with results, blending chemistry and passion into one purpose: to fuel detailers. Based in Greater Manchester, Duel has grown rapidly since 2020, earning respect across the UK for producing high-quality, UK-manufactured detailing chemicals that simply work. Their approach is hands-on, honest, and built around real testing, not trends.

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Built For Detailers: The Duel Product Line

Built For Detailers: The Duel Product Line

Duel Auto Care delivers a full arsenal of professional-grade detailing products designed to clean, protect and enhance any vehicle. Their range covers everything from snow foams, citrus pre-washes, wheel and tyre care, iron fallout removers, waxes, ceramic coatings, and trim dressings, to interior cleaners and accessories. Every formula is made to perform in the real world, tested by professionals, refined by enthusiasts, and trusted by both. Duel’s products are proudly made in Britain, combining serious cleaning power with sleek branding that stands out in any garage.

Made in Britain. Made For You.

Made in Britain. Made For You.

Duel Auto Care’s motto says it all: Fuel for Detailers. They’re not just a brand, they’re a movement in the UK detailing community. You’ll find Duel products in the hands of weekend warriors, pro studios, and show prep specialists across the country. From their base in Greater Manchester to our Ilkeston showroom, we help detailers everywhere get their hands on the full Duel range with fast UK-wide delivery. Whether you’re chasing gloss, protection, or just that satisfying clean, Duel Auto Care brings the energy and quality to make every wash day count.

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