difference between claying and polishing?

[imperial04]

I have using SRP until a friend bought a meguiars quick detailing clay kit and the results where much better and less hassle!

Just wanted to know the difference... cos if there isnt then ill just clay!

 

[madhops87]

I think you're only meant to clay a couple times a year. It takes all the crap off that washing doesn't. You should use the SRP after claying and have better results.

 

[Cro]

Claying just removes any imperfections, dirt,grease,tar etc that washing just doesn't get off. Its abraisive and should only really be done a couple of times a year or the paint will wear down. As for SRP it fills any swirls and that. A good wax wouldnt go a miss for a bit of protection.

 

[Rich]

Not quite correct ^^^^

Claying removes stuck on above the surface issues that washing alone will not but WITHOUT removing any clearcoat/paint. Polishing removes defects in the clearcoat/paint itself such as minor scratches and swirl marks while restoring gloss to the paint.

After claying you need to polish and then seal/wax.

 

[imperial04]

thanks all

 

[kully]

defo alot of work involved , but is worth the result after the clay/polish protection