What Does Spot-Free Rinse Actually Do?

If you've ever washed your vehicle and noticed water spots after it dried, you're not alone. That's exactly what Spot-Free Rinse is designed to help prevent.

What Is Spot-Free Rinse?

Spot-Free Rinse uses filtered water that has had most of the minerals removed. Regular water contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and other dissolved solids. When water evaporates, those minerals are left behind on the surface of your vehicle, creating water spots.

Spot-Free Rinse helps reduce those deposits so your vehicle dries cleaner.

When Should You Use Spot-Free Rinse?

Always use Spot-Free Rinse as the final step of your wash.

A typical wash sequence is:

1. Presoak

2. High Pressure Soap

3. High Pressure Rinse

4. Foam Brush (if desired)

5. High Pressure Rinse

6. Wax or Protectant (if desired)

7. Spot-Free Rinse

Once you've completed the Spot-Free Rinse cycle, allow the water to sheet off the vehicle before drying.

Does Spot-Free Rinse Guarantee No Water Spots?

No.

Several factors can still cause spotting:

• Washing in direct sunlight

• High temperatures

• Heavy dust or pollen in the air

• Residue left on the paint before rinsing

• Allowing water to sit on the surface for an extended period

Spot-Free Rinse reduces the minerals that cause spots, but drying your vehicle with a clean microfiber towel will usually provide the best results.

Should I Dry My Vehicle After Using Spot-Free Rinse?

For the best appearance, yes.

For the best results, use the in-bay air dryers after your Spot-Free Rinse. The combination of filtered rinse water and forced air helps remove any remaining water before it can leave spots.

Many customers find that using Spot-Free Rinse followed by the air dryers produces a cleaner finish with less towel contact.

If you prefer an even more detailed finish, you can follow up with a clean microfiber towel.

Is Spot-Free Rinse Safe for All Vehicles?

Yes.

Spot-Free Rinse is safe for:

• Cars

• Trucks

• SUVs

• Motorcycles

• Ceramic-coated vehicles

• Waxed vehicles

The Bottom Line

Spot-Free Rinse is the final rinse step that uses filtered water with reduced mineral content. It helps minimize water spots, improves drying results, and leaves your vehicle looking cleaner after your wash.

If you're only going to spend an extra minute on one wash step, make it Spot-Free Rinse.