The clay bar itself is a soft and malleable tool that detailers use to gently glide over the paint surface. It works like a magnet, grabbing onto those stubborn contaminants and lifting them away. It's a bit like giving your car's skin a deep cleanse, removing impurities and leaving the paint feeling smooth to the touch.

Why is this necessary, you ask? Well, these contaminants, if left unchecked, can compromise the integrity of your car's paint over time. They can create a rough texture, diminish the shine, and even contribute to the formation of those pesky swirl marks during washing.

Clay bars are not used to only enhances the aesthetics of your car, but the sole purpose is to prepare the paint for the next steps in the detailing process. Once the clay bar has removed inbedded comtaminants, the paint is primed and ready for polishing / compounding.