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Soft99 Surface Smoother Mini clay bar

SOFT99 Surface Smoother Mini - Clay Bar

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SOFT99 Surface Smoother Mini - Clay Bar £9.99
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This clay bar is a powerful tool for removing visible and invisible contaminants from the surface of paintwork. It is especially useful as preparation before applying a wax or coating. The body will be as smooth as glass!

  • Soft99 Surface Smoother Mini clay bar
  • Size 100g
  • Removes bonded contamination
  • Leaves paint smooth to the touch
  • Prepares paint for polish or protection
  • Works with a clay lubricant
  • Lifts what washing leaves behind
  • Easy to knead and reshape
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Full Description

This clay bar is a powerful tool for removing visible and invisible contaminants from the surface of paintwork. It is especially useful as preparation before applying a wax or coating. The body will be as smooth as glass!

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Key features

  • Surface Smoother Mini
  • 100g
  • Easy To Use
  • Home Detailing

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Expert Notes

The Soft99 Surface Smoother Mini clay bar is made for removing bonded contamination. It comes in 100g. Use it on a washed car with plenty of clay lubricant, glide it in straight lines with light pressure, fold it to a clean face as it picks up dirt and protect the paint afterwards. Keep it in a sealed case so it stays clean, and out of reach of children. The Drivers HQ stocks a wider range of Soft99 car care products.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted bodywork
  • Glass
  • Bonnet and roof
  • Lower panels and sills
  • Bumpers
  • Door panels

Caution: Always use it with plenty of lubricant on a clean car, and throw the piece away if it is dropped. Keep it out of reach of children.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Clay Bar
Brand
Soft99
Product
Surface Smoother Mini
Size
100g
Use
Removing Bonded Contamination
Use With
Clay Lubricant
Use On
Washed Paintwork

How To Use

Claying

  1. Wash and rinse the car first.
  2. Flatten a piece of clay into a disc.
  3. Spray the panel and the clay with lubricant.
  4. Glide the clay in straight lines with light pressure.
  5. Fold the clay to a clean face as it picks up dirt.

Finishing

  1. Wipe the panel dry with a clean microfibre.
  2. Feel the paint, it should now be smooth.
  3. Polish if the clay has left light marring.
  4. Apply wax, sealant or a coating afterwards.

Top Tip: Straight-line passes with plenty of lubricant let the clay glide and keep marring to a minimum.

Performance Benefits

  • Leaves paint smooth to the touch
  • Prepares paint for polish or protection
  • Works with a clay lubricant
  • Easy to knead and reshape
  • Suits regular decontamination
  • Designed for car paint

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it for?

It is a Soft99 clay bar for removing bonded contamination.

Do I need a clay lubricant?

Yes, keep the paint and the clay well lubricated so it glides without marring.

What if I drop it?

Throw that piece away, as grit picked up from the ground will scratch the paint.

Will claying mark the paint?

Clay can leave light marring, so follow with a polish before protecting the paint.

Can I use it in direct sunlight?

No, work in the shade on cool panels so the lubricant never dries.

Who makes it?

It is made by Soft99 and sold by The Drivers HQ.

What else do I need?

A clay lubricant and clean, plush microfibre towels.

Do you deliver across the UK?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Wash and dry the car first.
  2. Use plenty of clay lubricant.
  3. Work one panel at a time.
  4. Use straight-line passes.
  5. Fold the clay to a clean face.
  6. Throw away dropped clay.
  7. Protect the paint afterwards.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Soft99

Founded in Osaka, Japan in 1954, Soft99 is one of the most respected names in global car care. What began with surface treatment and household products evolved into a full automotive detailing brand recognised worldwide. Soft99’s philosophy blends Japanese precision with innovation, creating high-performance waxes, coatings, and cleaners trusted by enthusiasts and professionals alike.

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Soft99’s lineup includes some of the most iconic detailing products ever made. Their legendary Fusso Coat series offers long-lasting paint protection with extreme hydrophobicity, while Glaco Glass Coats improve visibility and water repellency on windscreens. The brand also produces body shampoos, quick detailers, interior cleaners, tyre dressings, and specialist coatings for every surface of the car. Each product is engineered to combine deep gloss, ease of use, and durability, refined through decades of Japanese research and testing.

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Global Trust, Local Access & Ilkeston Showroom

Soft99 has earned international acclaim for producing coatings and waxes that perform in real-world conditions, from Japan’s humid summers to the UK’s wet winters. Their products are used by car enthusiasts, detailers, and studios who value consistent, high-end results. We stock the full Soft99 range in our Ilkeston showroom and offer fast UK-wide delivery, giving you access to genuine Japanese detailing excellence wherever you are in the country. Whether it’s Fusso, Glaco, or the next generation of coatings, Soft99 continues to lead the world in protection, gloss, and innovation.

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