Clay Decon

Clay Towels, Mitts & Paint Decontamination Tools

Remove bonded surface contamination as part of a deliberate paint-preparation process. Autofiber’s clay and decontamination collection offers synthetic clay materials in towel, mitt, sponge, and disc formats.

Choose the product according to the surface condition, grade, and handling you prefer. Mechanical decontamination is a preparation step, so plan it alongside washing, any appropriate chemical treatment, and the correction or protection work that follows.

Compare Grades and Formats

Holey Clay products use a perforated working surface in several formats, including towels, mitts, and sponges. The Holey Clay Towel is listed as fine grade, while the conventional Clay Mitt and Clay Towel are medium-grade options.

Check each product’s listing rather than assuming all clay materials have the same cleaning action. A towel offers a flexible sheet, a mitt provides a hand-worn format, and a sponge gives you another grip. Disc options require attention to their intended use and compatible setup.

Follow the Break-In and Lubrication Directions

Use the lubricant specified for your selected product, applying it to both the tool and the surface as directed. Follow the first-use break-in instructions before working on the vehicle.

Use controlled movement and inspect the working material frequently. Do not force the tool across dry areas or rely on additional pressure to remove contamination. Evaluate a small area before continuing through the vehicle.

Complete Your Preparation Process

Follow the product’s cleaning and storage directions after use. Keep clay tools identified separately from regular wash media, and inspect them before the next job.

Explore polishing pads for subsequent correction work and paint and coating towels for residue removal. Microfiber University’s Proper Towel Wiping Technique supports the towel-handling stage of your preparation routine.