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VP-UK Citrus Pre-Wash

VP-UK Detailing Citrus pre-wash

VP-UK Citrus Pre-Wash

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VP-UK Citrus Pre-Wash is a concentrated pre-wash on a traffic film remover (TFR) base. It loosens road grime, traffic film, salt, bird droppings and heavy dirt so most of it rinses away before a mitt touches the paint, which cuts the risk of wash marring.

  • Concentrated formula
  • Available in 500ml, 1L and 5L
  • Loosens road film before the contact wash
  • Cuts the risk of wash marring
  • Targets lower panels and dirty areas
  • Suits regular maintenance washes
  • Rinses away cleanly
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Full Description

VP-UK Citrus Pre-Wash is a concentrated pre-wash on a traffic film remover (TFR) base. It loosens road grime, traffic film, salt, bird droppings and heavy dirt so most of it rinses away before a mitt touches the paint, which cuts the risk of wash marring.

Spray it onto the dirtiest areas, usually the lower half of the car, to avoid waste. Diluted 50/50 it suits winter grime. VP-UK says the TFR base cleans without stripping waxes, sealants or ceramic coatings.

How to use

  1. Spray it onto the affected areas, usually the lower half of the car.
  2. Leave it to work for a few minutes to break down the contamination.
  3. Rinse it off thoroughly, making sure none is left behind.
  4. Never let it dry on the surface.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Type Citrus pre-wash, TFR base
Dilution Neat, or 50/50 for winter grime
Safe on Paint, badges, wheels, brakes, plastics, glass, metal
Protection Does not strip waxes, sealants or ceramic coatings (VP-UK)
Sizes 500ml, 1L, 5L

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Key features

  • Citrus
  • Concentrated
  • 3 Sizes
  • Pre-Wash

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Expert Notes

The VP-UK Detailing Citrus pre-wash is a concentrated pre-wash used before a contact wash. It comes in 500ml, 1L and 5L. VP-UK Detailing says it can be diluted to a 50/50 ratio for removing winter grime. Spray it on a cool car from the bottom up, let it dwell without drying, agitate trims with a soft brush and rinse thoroughly before the contact wash. Keep it away from eyes and out of reach of children, and store it upright out of direct sunlight.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Lower panels and sills
  • Bumpers
  • Wheel arches
  • Painted bodywork
  • Exterior plastic trim
  • Door shuts

Caution: Test on a small area first, work in the shade and never let it dry on the surface. Keep it away from eyes and out of reach of children.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Pre-Wash
Brand
VP-UK Detailing
Product
Citrus
Use
Pre-Washing Before A Contact Wash
Size
500ml, 1L, 5L
Formula
Concentrated
Dilution
50/50 For Winter Grime

How To Use

Applying it

  1. Dilute it as the bottle directs for the level of dirt.
  2. Spray it onto a cool, dry car from the bottom up.
  3. Leave it to dwell without letting it dry.
  4. Agitate badges and trims with a soft brush if needed.
  5. Rinse it off thoroughly with a pressure washer.

Next steps

  1. Follow with a contact wash.
  2. Rinse the sprayer through after use.
  3. Store it upright and sealed.
  4. Keep it out of direct sunlight.

Top Tip: Working on a cool, dry car in the shade gives the pre-wash time to dwell without drying.

Performance Benefits

  • A first step in a safe wash
  • Works with a pump sprayer
  • A staple of any wash kit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it for?

It is a VP-UK Detailing pre-wash for pre-washing before a contact wash.

How much do I use?

VP-UK Detailing says it can be diluted to a 50/50 ratio for removing winter grime.

What sizes are available?

It comes in 500ml, 1L and 5L.

Can I use it in direct sunlight?

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

Who makes it?

It is made by VP-UK Detailing and sold by The Drivers HQ.

What else do I need?

A pump sprayer, a soft detailing brush and a pressure washer to rinse.

How should I store it?

Store it upright with the cap on, out of direct sunlight and frost, and out of reach of children.

Do you deliver across the UK?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Test on a small area first.
  2. Work in the shade on cool panels.
  3. Spray from the bottom up.
  4. Never let it dry on the surface.
  5. Use a soft brush on badges and trims.
  6. Follow with a two bucket wash.
  7. Rinse the sprayer after use.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

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VP-UK Detailing

VP-UK Detailing is the car care range of Leading Solvent Supplies Ltd, a UK chemical blender headquartered in Tockwith, near York. Leading Solvents began in 1986 repacking bulk solvents and now has more than 100 people across its sites in Yorkshire, Doncaster and Nottingham, and it formulates and manufactures VP-UK in-house at its UK facility. The aim, in its own words, is car care that is accessible, affordable and trustworthy, from snow foams to ceramic coatings. VP-UK is a separate brand from ValetPro.

At The Drivers HQ we stock VP-UK online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop. Popular choices include VP-UK Snow Foam, the Hybrid Quick Detailer and the Glass Cleaner.

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VP-UK wash, decontamination and protection

VP-UK wash, decontamination and protection

Wash. The Citrus Pre-Wash is a concentrate for the dirtiest lower panels, used down to a 50/50 mix for winter grime. Snow Foam is a thick citrus foam that clings for a long dwell without removing coatings: 100 to 150ml in a 1 litre cannon bottle, topped up with water. The pH Neutral Shampoo has no added gloss enhancers, so it suits gloss, satin and matte paint and wraps, and the Ceramic Shampoo is a low suds, high lubrication wash that lays down a ceramic layer VP-UK rates at three months.

Wheels and decontamination. The acid-free Wheel Cleaner is safe for regular use on alloy, chrome, painted and polished wheels, and the Iron Fallout Remover turns blood red to purple as it dissolves iron from wheels and paint.

Polish and protect. Fast is a quick cutting liquid compound that removes sanding scratches and holograms, the All In One Compound breaks down from heavy cut to ultra fine finish, and the Finishing Polish refines and protects with carnauba, Montan wax and siloxane, by hand or machine. Dry Helmet is a ceramic sealant that leaves a siloxane layer, Wet & Dry Seal goes on the wet car as a drying aid rated at up to three months, and the Hybrid Quick Detailer adds gloss and a thin hydrophobic layer between washes.

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VP-UK interior, glass and tyre care

VP-UK interior, glass and tyre care

Interior. Cleanse cuts through grease on plastics, leather, wood, carbon fibre and chrome, and the All Purpose Cleaner has a gentle foaming action for interior trim and headlinings as well as exterior plastics, engine bays and tyres. Leather Clean & Condition cleans and moisturises leather in one step, leaving a non-greasy satin finish, and also suits Alcantara and textiles. The Femme and Homme odour eliminators break down bad smells and leave a perfume or cologne fragrance.

Glass. The Glass Cleaner cleans inside and out and leaves a hydrophobic seal, safe on tint, mirrors and plastic, and the concentrated Ceramic Screen Wash leaves a ceramic layer on the screen as you drive; mix it stronger for winter and weaker for summer.

Tyres. The silicone based Tyre Dressing does not sling: one layer gives a satin factory look and each extra layer builds towards a wet gloss.

Starter box. The Essentials Box puts six 500ml bottles together: Fallout Remover, pH Neutral Shampoo, Dry Helmet, Cleanse, Snow Foam and Citrus Pre-Wash. Most VP-UK liquids come in 500ml, 1L and 5L.

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