Surface Contaminants

Compare Brilliatech BT-6012 and BT-6038 clay pads by size, grade, foam and backing. Define hand or machine compatibility, sample tests and OEM requirements.

Compare Brilliatech BT-6009 clay towel sizes, grades and packaging. Connect contaminants, working area and backing with Q/KWX 005—2025 inspection requirements

Specify Brilliatech clay mitt working layers, fit, sponge and seams. Connect residual contaminants and grade selection with surface tests and OEM acceptance.

Define Brilliatech clay block working layers, abrasive content, foam support, grip and custom shapes. Set clear OEM specifications and sample acceptance checks.

Define Brilliatech clay bar grade, 100g production weight, approximate dimensions, handling and packaging for clear OEM orders and consistent sample checks.

Learn what road film is, why it builds up on car paint, and how its location and response to washing help reveal the contamination underneath.

Learn how airborne pollution travels through the environment, reaches car paint, and becomes surface contamination after deposition.

Learn how atmospheric fallout settles on car paint, why deposited particles behave differently, and how to identify what remains after washing.

Learn how exhaust-related residue reaches car paint, where it may accumulate, how it differs from soot and road film, and how to inspect it.

Learn what soot contamination is, why black residue is not always soot, where it comes from, and how to inspect it safely on automotive paint.