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Carbon Collective Panel Prep Surface Cleanser
$22.25 - $135.00
Carbon Collective · Panel Prep · Surface Cleanser
The Last Step Before
the Coating Goes On.
Solvent-Based. Non-Abrasive. Streak-Free. Remove everything the wash left behind — before you commit to protection.
Panel Prep Surface Cleanser has been formulated to dissolve and remove all oil, polish, and wax residues — providing the strongest and most durable bond for ceramic coatings and sealants. What's left on the surface when a coating goes down directly affects how long it lasts. Panel Prep removes the variable.
A non-abrasive, solvent-based cleaner with degreasing agents that carefully remove and dissolve unwanted contaminants from the surface with an effortless, streak-free wipe. Unlike straight IPA, Panel Prep is safe to use across paint, metal, glass, wheels, tires, and trim — the entire vehicle, one product.
It also doubles as a panel wipe for polish residue and filler removal — useful for paintwork inspection both before and after polishing, where a truly clean, unmasked surface is needed to read the paint accurately.
Formula
Solvent
Non-abrasive · degreasing
Primary Use
Pre-Coat
Ceramic coatings & sealants
Finish
Streak-Free
Safe on all surfaces
"What's left on the surface when a coating goes down directly affects how long it lasts."
— Carbon Collective · Panel Prep Surface CleanserWhat Panel Prep does
Maximizes Coating Bond Strength Oil, polish residue, and wax left on the surface create a barrier between the coating and the paint. Panel Prep removes all of it — ensuring the ceramic or sealant bonds directly to the substrate.
Safer Than Straight IPA Unlike isopropyl alcohol alone, Panel Prep's formulation is safe across paint, metal, glass, wheels, tires, and plastic trim — interior and exterior. One product cleans the full vehicle without surface compatibility concerns.
Panel Wipe & Polish Residue Removal Use Panel Prep after machine polishing to remove filler residue and expose the true paint finish — essential for accurate inspection before protection is applied.
Doubles as a Water Spot Remover The solvent-based formula is effective at dissolving mineral deposits and water spotting — making Panel Prep a useful tool beyond pre-coating prep.
Streak-Free, Non-Abrasive Application Formulated to wipe clean without marring or leaving residue. A dry follow-up towel pulls everything off and leaves the surface truly bare — ready for whatever goes on next.
Suitable Surfaces
Safe to use on all of the following — unlike straight IPA which requires more careful surface selection.
Paint
Metal
Glass
Wheels
Tires
Plastic Trim
Interior
Exterior
A coating is only as good as the surface it bonds to. Panel Prep makes sure that surface is actually clean.
Directions
Spray onto microfibre from 20–30cm
Wipe in straight overlapping lines
Follow with dry towel to remove all residue
Apply ceramic or sealant immediately after
Do not spray directly onto panel
Do not skip the dry towel follow-up
A dry follow-up towel is crucial. After wiping with Panel Prep, use a clean, dry microfibre to remove all residue and marks before applying any coating or sealant. Don't skip this step.
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