Our Top 5 Bilt-Hamber Products
1) TOUCH-LESS (Pre-Wash)
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TOUCH-LESS is our new eco-friendly pressure-washer, pre-clean, snow foam which can be applied by pump spray or trigger too. Applied at between 0.5% – 2% PIR this bio-degradable sugar-based product provides truly exceptional levels of cleaning of automotive paintwork. Unlike other petrochemical-based cleaners TOUCH-LESS is free-and-easy rinsing, easing the effort of subsequent bucket washes and massively helping post-treatments bond too. TOUCH-LESS also contains corrosion inhibitors. Packed in a 1 litre bottle, contains no phosphates, solvents, NTA, or caustic soda.
TOUCH-LESS is designed to allow for superior and simple application of our new paint protection product TOUCH-ON.
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TOUCH-LESS may be applied with trigger spray, pump spray, pressure washer, or snow foam lance. The minimum recommended dilution rate should be 0.5% PIR (Panel Impact Ratio) and up to 2% for very dirty vehicles. Where application is through trigger spray or pump spray, the dilution calculation is easy to achieve, however, for application with pressure equipment it is essential to determine the amount of water being delivered to the equipment reservoir.
Step 1
Fill the detergent bottle or reservoir (on machine or lance) up to capacity with plain water. Turn detergent feed to full. Take a large bucket or container and discharge the lance into this, watching the detergent bottle until empty. Once empty, stop.
Step 2
The following calculations will achieve 2% dilution; Measure the total amount collected and multiply this number by 0.02 (Total can be measured in either volume with a measuring jug or by weight) this is the amount of TOUCH-LESS to use.
Step 3
Add the calculated amount from STEP TWO to the pressure-washer reservoir and top up to full with cold water and shake in for a few moments.
Step 4
Apply touchless to entire vehicle or panel by panel. Allow to soak for 1-5 minutes (but never allow to dry). Power-wash off.
It is not necessary to use all diluted touch-less in one wash. One litre of diluted product should last 4-5 washes. Apply to cool panels in shaded conditions. Do not allow this product to dry in use. Keep the bottle neck and lid clean.
2) AUTO-WHEEL (Wheel Cleaner)
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Auto-Wheel is a non-acid, non-alkaline alloy wheel cleaner, and in most cases, no agitation is required.
In most cases, steel and alloy wheels are either lacquered or painted. These coatings protect the metallic surface from corrosion and provide attractive finishes to automotive road wheels.
As vehicles brake, the dust generated from pads, discs and drums is at elevated temperatures. Amongst this hot cloud are thousands of hot metallic particles. These bombard the wheel’s finish and effectively embed themselves there. Once lodged these particles are extremely difficult to remove.
Acid-based alloy wheel cleaners attack the metal particles effectively, reducing their size and allowing the particles and clinging dirt to escape. Caustic alloy cleaners are less effective than acid ones on brake dust, but can attack organic coatings such as lacquers and paints on short exposure. They attack any organic matter accumulated around the embedded particles and produce a seemingly clean surface, however with continued use they will dull and diminish the coating, leaving a wheel surface that needs refinishing.
The more effective and safe to use Auto-Wheel works in an entirely different way, and has proved itself by winning yearly independent tests conducted by the UK’s biggest selling automotive magazine!
Auto-Wheel’s formulation reacts with the oxidising surface of the metallic particles, rendering it water-soluble. The rapid removal of this microscopically rusted surface reduces the embedded particle size and releases the particles from the surface. Unlike acid-based alloy wheel cleaners, this method is harmless to the wheel’s finish. The reaction can be observed by a rapid colour change from clear to deep red. After a simple hose, rinse down or jetwash, it leaves the wheel spotless. In severe cases, the included wheel brush can be used to assist the process.
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Spray Auto-wheel liberally onto your wheels.
Avoid directly spraying the centre caps of the wheels.
Wait for the colour changing reaction, normally 3-5 minutes depending on level of contamination.
Now simply wash the wheel down with a hose or jetwash.
3) Double Speed Wax (Finishing Wax)
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TOUCH-ON is a pressure washer, pump-spray, trigger, or bucket applied durable hydrophobic ceramic paint protection treatment that additionally has low-foaming, powerful detergency for most second stage bucket washes so that you can further clean the paint while simultaneously applying protection following TOUCH-LESS cleaning. Once applied, TOUCH-ON has dirt releasing properties too that works in conjunction with TOUCH-LESS in subsequent wash routines to produce superior contactless results. TOUCH-ON is water based, is not flammable nor contains alcohol or petrochemical solvents. Packed in one dose sized 30ml sachets in packs of 10, and 1ltr containers.
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Vehicle must be cool and out of direct sunlight. Pre-wash with TOUCH-LESS cleaner to remove dirt or contamination on your paintwork. If further cleaning is required use AUTO-WASH concentrated shampoo and noodle wash mitt.
There are three methods that can be used to apply TOUCH-ON:
Pressure washer:
Add 30ml into washer or lance reservoir, top up to
300ml with clean cool water. Shake well and apply
under pressure to entire vehicle. Immediately rinse
using pressure washer. Dry vehicle with a
microfibre cloth or similar. Alternatively, an air
blower can be used.Bucket:
Pour 30-60ml into a bucket then fill with 10 litres of
warm water (preferably from a fast running tap), mix
well. Apply using noodle wash mitt, sponge or
similar. Rinse with clean water. Dry with a
microfibre cloth or similar. Please note, this is not a
high foaming bucket wash.Trigger spray:
Add 30ml to trigger bottle and top up to 1 litre with
(preferably demineralised/deionised) water. Shake
well. Trigger apply liberally, panel by panel, then
thoroughly rinse with pressure washer or hose. Dry
with microfibre towel or air blower.Car must not be allowed to air dry as water spotting
may occur.
4) TRACE-LESS (Glass Cleaner)
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Traditionally formulated glass cleaners contain non-evaporating surfactants and soaps (that wet and clean) plus glycols, perfumes and dyes. During cleaning these can be left behind causing stubborn streaking and smearing.
Bilt-Hamber Laboratories use unique super-wetting, 100% evaporating surfactants to produce TRACE-LESS. These special surfactants leave no such residue. Unlike competing products that run quickly from vertical surfaces, TRACE-LESS instantly wets glass surfaces ensuring uniform application and minimal product run off.
The powerful, non-abrasive cleaners tackle greasy and dry particulate dirt more effectively than competing products. TRACE-LESS does not leave a hydrophobic coating and will not damage or remove quality glass sealants or rain repellents.
Use on interior and exterior glass. Only use clean lint-free cloths free of detergents and fabric conditioners – these will cause smearing.
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How to use:
SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE.
Use on cool glass out of direct sunlight. Avoid overspray onto surrounding surfaces.
For exterior automotive glass and general glass cleaning:
1. Atomise a fine mist on the surface and wipe off whilst still wet with a waffle weave microfibre or similar lint free cloth turned regularly – buff until dry.
2. For maximum smear free cleaning reapply a very fine mist and wipe dry with suede microfibre.
Note; If glass has stubborn sealant residue, embedded wiper film, hard water marks or other stubborn bonded soil polish first with good quality glass polish.
For interior automotive glass. Avoid overspray onto surrounding surfaces:
1. Spray directly onto waffle weave microfibre or similar and wipe over glass surface turning cloth regularly.
2. Where the highest degree of finish is desired. Repeat as above using suede microfibre.
5) TOUCH-ON (Hydrophobic Paint Treatment)
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The carnauba wax used provides a deep rich glossy, highly water repellent and detergent resistant film.
Double Speed-Wax provides an economic and superior alternative to costly paste waxes which simply do not compete performance wise with this material.
Double Speed-Wax has won the Auto Express ‘Best Wax and Sealant’ Award for the last 10 years running.
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Thoroughly wash vehicle with hot soapy water using only salt-free automotive shampoos. Do not use wash and wax products. Dry vehicle using chamois leather or synthetic equivalent.
Double Speed-Wax is not an abrasive polish, if your paintwork is faded, feels rough or has not been polished for a long period it will be necessary to use an abrasive polish and/or paint clay before application. Once prepared in this way regular application of Double Speed-Wax will maintain a high gloss finish without the need for further use of abrasive polishes.
Work on shaded cool panels. Dampen the sponge applicator provided and wring out as much as possible before use. Using the sponge applicator apply in light circular motions extremely sparingly and allow to dull for approx 5-10 minutes.
Buff to a high shine using the blue microfibre cloth provided turning frequently.
Occasionally under certain humid application conditions, the applied film may bloom after initial application and buffing.
The bloom will disappear once the film is fully cured, or it can be removed immediately with a wipe down / buff with a slightly damp buffing cloth.
This is a characteristic of the T1 carnauba wax used in the manufacture of this product.