Clay Bar-surface prep bar
The clay bar is the starting point for silky smooth paint. Just as the name implies, this palmed sized chunk of pliable clay is used by rubbing across the surface of your paint to remove airborne contaminates that bond to your paint. These bonded contaminates create the unwanted texture of paint that will remain unless removed specifically with some form of surface prep bar.
Another useful auto detailing tip, keeping a good spray wax as part of your arsenal is mandatory. With advances in modern chemical engineering, you get the best of everything in spray waxes.
Micro fiber has now officially replaced the age old, tried and tested diaper for wax removal. If you have never experienced a micro fiber, you are in for a real treat. Another tool of car detailing that is so versatile, we continue to find more and more uses of this wonder of textile engineering.