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Detailing Shed | Optimum Polymer Technologies Australia
Every Optimum Polymer Technologies product explained in plain language: what it does, which stage of the process it belongs to and what to buy first. From ONR rinseless wash to Hyper Seal and Gloss-Coat, all shipped from our Sydney warehouse.
Optimum Polymer Technologies is an American detailing chemical company founded by chemist Dr. David Ghodoussi. It is best known for Optimum No Rinse (ONR), the rinseless wash concentrate developed by Dr. Ghodoussi and introduced to the public in 2006, but the range runs well beyond one bottle: washing, decontamination, wheels and tyres, interior, correction, preparation and protection, through to a DIY ceramic coating.
Optimum is also the parent company of Opti-Coat, the professional ceramic coating brand. The Opti-Coat Pro coatings are installer-only and covered in the Opti-Coat Guide. Hyper Seal, Gloss-Coat and Opti-Glass Coating bring that chemistry to consumer products, and they are covered here.
Detailing Shed stocks the full Optimum range in Australia. This page explains what each product does and where it fits; to buy, use the Optimum collection, and for the step-by-step wash method read the ONR rinseless washing guide. See the quick reference guide for a one-line summary of every product, or jump to what to buy first.
A few things set Optimum apart from the rest of the detailing aisle, and they are the reasons it has a loyal following among professional detailers.
Formulated by Dr. David Ghodoussi and refined in-house for over 20 years rather than white-labelled.
ONR was one of the first rinseless wash concentrates on the market and is now in its sixth formula, V6.
Hyper Seal, Gloss-Coat and Opti-Glass Coating are consumer products from the same company as the professional Opti-Coat Pro range.
Hyper Compound, Intensive Polish and Hyper Polish go on the pad with a few mists, with long working time and low to no dusting.
ONR at 30ml per 7.5L, Car Wash Shampoo at 15ml per 4L, Power Clean diluted up to 5:1. One bottle covers many washes.
Every product in this guide is a consumer product. Only the Opti-Coat Pro coatings are restricted to certified installers.
Jump to: Shop the Range · The System · Quick Reference · Product For Job · Buy First · Find Your Setup · Washing · Decontamination · Wheels & Tyres · Interior & Glass · Correction · Preparation · Protection · RV & Marine · Sponges, Towels & Kits · FAQ
Optimum's range maps onto the same order the work happens on a driveway. Wash, remove what washing can't, deal with wheels and the interior, correct if needed, prepare, then protect.
1. WASH: rinseless with ONR Wash & Shine or ONR Hyper Foam, waterless with Opti-Clean, or a traditional bucket or foam cannon wash with Car Wash Shampoo or Opti-Coat M-Wash.
2. DECONTAMINATION: iron with FerreX, tar and adhesive with T.A.R. Remover, water spots with MDR, general grime with Power Clean.
3. WHEELS & TYRES: Power Wheel & Tire Cleaner, then Opti-Bond Tire Gel, Tire Shine Wet Look or Tyre Coating & Protectant.
4. INTERIOR & GLASS: Interior Cleaner, Protectant Plus, Carpet & Fabric Cleaner and Opti Glass Clean & Protect.
5. CORRECTION: Hyper Compound for heavy defects, Intensive Polish as the one-step, Hyper Polish to refine.
6. PREPARATION: Paint Prep to remove polish residue, wax and silicone before anything bonds to the paint.
7. PROTECTION: from a wash-day spray like Car Wax or Ultra Ceramic Seal, to Hyper Seal at 12 months, to Gloss-Coat, the DIY ceramic coating.
You won't run all seven stages every weekend. A maintenance wash is really stage 1, a tyre dressing and a quick interior wipe. Decontamination is every few months. Correction, preparation and a coating are a once-off or annual job, and Hyper Seal or Ultra Ceramic Seal keep the protection topped up in between.
One line per product. Tap any name to shop it.
| Product | What it is |
|---|---|
| ONR Wash & Shine V6 | Rinseless wash concentrate |
| ONR Wash & Wax | Rinseless wash with carnauba and UV inhibitors |
| ONR Hyper Foam | Foaming rinseless wash, bucket or foam cannon |
| Opti-Coat No Rinse | Rinseless wash, 473ml |
| Opti-Clean | Waterless wash spray |
| Waterless Wash & Shine | Waterless wash with gloss and UV protection |
| Car Wash Shampoo | Concentrated shampoo, bucket or foam lance |
| Opti-Coat M-Wash | Maintenance shampoo for coated cars |
| Touchless Decon Wash | pH-neutral foam wash and decon soap |
| Power Clean | All-purpose cleaner concentrate |
| FerreX | Iron, tar and wax remover |
| T.A.R. Remover | Tar, adhesive and rubber remover |
| MDR | Mineral deposit and water spot remover |
| Renew | Microfiber and pad detergent |
| Assure | One-step disinfectant for hard surfaces |
| Power Wheel & Tire Cleaner | Wheel and tyre cleaner |
| Opti-Bond Tire Gel | High-gloss water-based tyre gel |
| Tire Shine Wet Look | Wet-look tyre shine |
| Tyre Coating & Protectant | Silicone-free tyre coating |
| Interior Cleaner | Interior cleaner |
| Protectant Plus | Leather, vinyl and plastic protectant |
| Carpet & Fabric Cleaner | Carpet and fabric cleaner and protectant |
| Opti Glass Clean & Protect | Glass cleaner with hydrophobic polymer |
| Hyper Compound | Heavy cut spray compound |
| Intensive Polish | Fast-cutting one-step spray polish |
| Hyper Polish | Light compound to finishing spray polish |
| Hyper Wool Pads | Wool cutting pads, 3, 5 and 6 inch |
| Metal Polish & Protectant | Metal polish and sealant |
| Paint Prep | Coating prep wipe |
| Gloss-Coat | DIY ceramic coating |
| Opti-Coat Hyper Seal | 12-month spray ceramic sealant |
| Opti-Glass Coating | DIY glass coating |
| Ultra Ceramic Seal | Spray ceramic sealant |
| Opti-Seal | Wipe-on polymer sealant |
| Hyper All In One | Spray polish and sealant in one |
| Glaze Polish & Seal GPS | Spray glaze with sealant |
| Car Wax Spray | Spray carnauba wax |
| Instant Detailer | Quick detailer and gloss enhancer |
| RV & Marine Wash | Wash for gelcoat and fibreglass |
| RV & Marine Polish | Polish for gelcoat and fibreglass |
| Gelcoat Restorer | Oxidation remover for gelcoat |
| RV & Marine Interior Protectant | Interior protectant for RV and marine |
The same information organised by problem instead of product.
| Job / Problem | Product | Why |
|---|---|---|
| No hose or water access | ONR Wash & Shine | Rinseless wash, around 2 buckets of water |
| Rinseless wash that adds protection | ONR Wash & Wax | ONR plus carnauba and UV inhibitors |
| Rinseless wash through a foam cannon | ONR Hyper Foam | Foaming ONR, 120ml per 950ml in the cannon |
| Light dust between washes | Opti-Clean | Ready-to-use waterless spray |
| Weekly bucket or foam wash | Car Wash Shampoo | Concentrate, 15ml per 4L |
| Washing a ceramic-coated car | Opti-Coat M-Wash | Made for coated cars, PPF and matte paint |
| Pre-wash or strip wash before correction | Touchless Decon Wash | Foam and dwell, removes most waxes and sealants, not coatings |
| Engine bay, door jambs, wheel wells | Power Clean | APC, 3:1 exterior, 5:1 interior |
| Iron fallout on paint or wheels | FerreX | Colour-changing iron remover |
| Road tar, sticker residue, rubber marks | T.A.R. Remover | Solvent tar and adhesive remover |
| Water spots and mineral deposits | MDR | Mineral deposit remover for paint and glass |
| Dirty wheels and tyres | Power Wheel & Tire Cleaner | Wheel and tyre cleaner |
| High-gloss tyres | Opti-Bond Tire Gel | Water-based gel, dilute 1:1 for spray |
| Long-lasting matte tyre finish | Tyre Coating & Protectant | Silicone-free coating, listed at up to 6 months |
| Dash, doors, console | Interior Cleaner | Interior cleaner |
| UV protection for leather and vinyl | Protectant Plus | Leather, vinyl and plastic protectant |
| Carpets and seats | Carpet & Fabric Cleaner | Cleaner and protectant concentrate |
| Exterior glass | Opti Glass Clean & Protect | Cleans and leaves a hydrophobic layer |
| Sanding marks and deep scratches | Hyper Compound | Heavy cut, 1,000 grit with wool |
| One-step correction on most cars | Intensive Polish | Fast cut, finishes well on most paints |
| Refining soft or dark paint | Hyper Polish | Finishing polish on a finishing pad |
| Strip oils before a coating or sealant | Paint Prep | Removes polish residue, wax and silicone |
| Longest DIY protection | Gloss-Coat | Ceramic coating, listed at up to 2 years |
| Coating-level protection in minutes | Hyper Seal | Spray ceramic sealant, Optimum rates 12 months |
| Quick protection after every wash | Ultra Ceramic Seal | Spray and wipe, Optimum rates 6+ months |
| Polish and protect in one machine pass | Hyper All In One | Spray AIO, Optimum rates up to 6 months |
| Fast wax gloss | Car Wax Spray | Spray carnauba, Optimum rates up to 5 months |
| Gloss top-up between washes | Instant Detailer | Quick detailer, safe over sealants |
| Oxidised boat or caravan gelcoat | Gelcoat Restorer | Gelcoat oxidation remover |
| Washing towels and pads | Renew | pH-neutral microfiber and pad detergent |
You don't need the whole range on day one. These five cover a complete basic routine, and most of the other products are a specialisation of one of these jobs.
Already coated? Keep ONR or swap to Opti-Coat M-Wash for bucket washes, and use Hyper Seal as the maintenance product; Optimum states it is suitable over all types and brands of ceramic coating. Want a coating? Add Paint Prep and Gloss-Coat to the list above.
Choose the setup that matches your situation.
You wash every couple of weeks and want a simple routine with professional results.
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Why: wash, wheels, interior, protection and tyres with minimal complexity.
You can't easily use a pressure washer or hose.
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Why: a complete rinseless wash with two buckets, and a waterless spray for in between.
You want to maintain gloss and water behaviour without stripping the coating.
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Why: coating-safe washing, periodic iron removal, and Hyper Seal as the top-up Optimum recommends over coatings.
Paint feels rough, looks dull, or has tar, iron and water spots.
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Why: a full chemical decontamination before any protection goes on.
You want to remove swirls and defects, then apply a long-term coating.
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Why: the full workflow from heavy defect removal through preparation to a DIY ceramic coating.
Gelcoat and fibreglass that has gone chalky.
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Why: Optimum's dedicated marine range for wash, oxidation removal, polish and interior.
The full range organised by the same stages as the system above: what each product does and when to reach for it.
01 · WashingThe original rinseless wash. Polymers lift dirt off the paint and hold it in solution so a full car can be washed with a couple of buckets and no hose. Optimum states it is safe on waxed, sealed and coated paint. Step-by-step method in our ONR washing guide.
When to use it: any wash where a hose is impractical, and as the base for the dilution table below.
ONR with real carnauba wax and the UV inhibitors from Optimum Car Wax, so the wash leaves a layer of protection behind.
When to use it: rinseless washing on a car with no other protection, or when you want a top-up without a separate step.
A foaming version of ONR. Works in the bucket at the same 30ml per 7.5L, or through a foam cannon at 120ml per 950ml as a pre-wash. Optimum states it won't remove waxes, sealants or coatings and leaves no residue.
When to use it: a rinseless wash where you want foam, or a foaming pre-wash before contact.
Optimum's rinseless wash in a 473ml Opti-Coat bottle. Polymers bond to the surface and trap dirt so the car can be cleaned without rinsing.
When to use it: the same jobs as ONR; a convenient size for a first bottle.
A ready-to-use waterless wash spray. Spray, wipe, buff. No bucket, no water.
When to use it: light dust and fingerprints between full washes.
A spray-and-wipe waterless wash that lifts dirt and adds gloss and UV protection.
When to use it: show cars, quick touch-ups and anywhere a bucket isn't an option.
A thick biodegradable concentrate at 15ml per 4L, designed to clean while maximising the life of an existing wax, sealant or coating. Also works in a foam lance.
When to use it: the weekly bucket or foam cannon wash.
A maintenance shampoo made for ceramic-coated cars, with SiO2 and fluoropolymers. Stated for use on all exterior finishes including coatings, PPF and matte paint. 15ml per 4L in the bucket. Optimum advises not using it before polishing, sealing or coating.
When to use it: washing a coated or PPF car.
A pH-neutral foam wash and heavy-duty decon soap. Foamed on and left for up to 5 minutes it handles light dust and dirt without contact. Used as a contact wash with the Big Red Sponge it removes road film and grime, and most waxes and sealants, but not ceramic coatings.
When to use it: a strip wash before correction, or a touchless maintenance wash.
ONR Wash & Shine bundled with the Big Red Sponge.
When to use it: the simplest way to start rinseless washing.
Optimum's wash and dry essentials in one bundle.
When to use it: a traditional wash setup in one purchase.
The wash and dry kit with Car Wash Shampoo added.
When to use it: the same as above, with the shampoo included.
ONR V6 dilution guide. One concentrate covers several jobs depending on how it is mixed. The figures below are Optimum's published V6 ratios.
| Use | Dilution | What it's for |
|---|---|---|
| Rinseless wash | 1 : 256 (≈30ml per 7.5L) | Full exterior wash with a couple of buckets |
| Clay lubricant | 1 : 64 (≈60ml per 3.8L) | Slip for a clay bar or clay mitt |
| Interior, glass and general cleaning | 1 : 21 (≈180ml per 3.8L) | Dashboards, trim, screens, glass |
| Quick detailer / waterless wash | 1 : 16 (≈240ml per 3.8L) | Light dust between washes, or a pre-spray before a rinseless wash |
On dilution ratios: these are the V6 ratios. Earlier ONR versions used different figures, so if your bottle is older, or a newer version is released, follow the ratio printed on the label. Optimum also notes that heavily soiled vehicles may require a pre-rinse or a second wash before drying. For the full wash method, see our Guide to ONR Rinseless Washing.
A colour-changing iron remover that also lifts tar and old wax. Spray on paint or wheels and watch it turn purple as it dissolves embedded iron.
When to use it: every few months on paint and wheels, and always before polishing or coating.
A solvent remover for tar, adhesive and rubber marks.
When to use it: spot-treating road tar, sticker residue and rubber transfer after washing.
Removes water spots and mineral deposits from paint and glass.
When to use it: hard-water marks that a wash won't shift, before polishing.
A concentrated all-purpose cleaner stated safe on all vehicle surfaces. Full strength for the toughest grime, 3:1 for wheels, tyres and paint, 5:1 for leather, vinyl and dashboards. Don't let it dry on glass.
When to use it: engine bays, door jambs, wheel wells, floor mats and interior plastics.
A pH-neutral, dye- and fragrance-free detergent for towels and foam, microfiber and wool pads. 30ml per light load, 60ml for heavy loads, no fabric softener, low heat.
When to use it: every towel and pad wash.
A 3.8L cleaner, disinfectant and fungicide for hard non-porous surfaces in cars, RVs, boats and fleet vehicles.
When to use it: fleet, rideshare and marine interiors that need disinfecting as well as cleaning.
Optimum's dedicated wheel and tyre cleaner.
When to use it: every wash, before FerreX on wheels that need iron removal.
A thick water-based gel that leaves a high-gloss, non-greasy finish that doesn't attract dust. Also suits wheel wells, trim, vinyl and dashboards. Dilute 1:1 for spray application or wipe on neat with a foam applicator.
When to use it: a wet, glossy tyre after every wash.
A wet-look tyre shine, also available with an applicator brush as the Tire Shine & Brush Kit.
When to use it: a glossy finish applied by brush.
A silicone-free, water-based coating that goes on with a blue tint and dries black with no oily film. Listed at up to 6 months. Clean with Power Clean, dry, apply, and allow 4 hours before water.
When to use it: a matte, long-lasting finish; add a second coat for more gloss.
Optimum's interior cleaner for dash, doors, console and trim.
When to use it: regular interior wipe-downs.
A UV protectant for leather, vinyl and plastic.
When to use it: after cleaning, on interior surfaces that see sun.
A concentrate that cleans carpet and fabric and leaves a protectant behind.
When to use it: seats, carpets and mats.
A glass cleaner whose polymer bonds to glass for water repellency, and which Optimum says extends the life of Opti-Glass Coating. Exterior glass only.
When to use it: every wash on exterior glass, and as the maintenance product for Opti-Glass Coating.
Optimum's compounds and polishes are sprayable. Optimum describes them as long working time, low to no dusting, and free of silicone oils and wax so they are body shop safe. Pad choice sets how much each one cuts.
The heavy cut. Optimum rates it to remove 1,000 grit sanding marks with a wool pad and 2,000 grit and lighter with a cutting foam pad, in one or two passes. DA at speed 3 to 4, rotary at 1,200 to 1,400 rpm.
When to use it: sanding marks, deep scratches and heavy oxidation, followed by Hyper Polish.
A fast-cutting one-step. Removes 2,000 grit sanding marks with a wool pad, or swirls and scratches with a polishing pad, and on most paints finishes well enough to protect straight after.
When to use it: the first product to try on most cars; follow with Hyper Polish on softer clears.
Acts as a light compound with a cutting pad and a finishing polish with a finishing pad. Removes swirls and oxidation and leaves a finish that only needs protection.
When to use it: general swirl removal, or refining after Hyper Compound or Intensive Polish.
Optimum's wool cutting pads in 3, 5 and 6 inch.
When to use it: maximum cut with Hyper Compound or Intensive Polish.
Polishes and seals chrome, aluminium and stainless in one step.
When to use it: exhaust tips, polished wheels and brightwork.
A mild solvent wipe that removes polish residue, wax and silicone so a coating or sealant can bond to bare paint. Optimum's Hyper Seal instructions include a Paint Prep wipe for maximum durability, and Gloss-Coat instructions call for an oil-free surface before application.
When to use it: the final wipe after polishing and before any coating or sealant.
| Product | Type | Durability | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloss-Coat | DIY ceramic coating | Up to 2 years (as listed) | Longest-lasting DIY option, hand applied after polishing and an oil-free wipe |
| Opti-Coat Hyper Seal | Spray ceramic sealant | 12 months | Coating-level life in a spray; Optimum states it suits maintenance over all brands of ceramic coating |
| Opti-Glass Coating | DIY glass coating | Up to 1 year | Windscreen and glass water repellency, extended with Opti Glass Clean & Protect |
| Ultra Ceramic Seal | Spray ceramic sealant | Up to 6+ months | Quick spray-and-wipe on any exterior surface, stated safe on wrap and PPF |
| Opti-Seal | Wipe-on polymer sealant | Months (listed at 6) | Thin, no-buff sealant for paint, glass, trim and wheels |
| Hyper All In One | Spray polish and sealant | Up to 6 months | Light correction and protection in one machine pass |
| Car Wax Spray | Spray carnauba wax | Up to 5 months | Fast wax gloss after a wash |
| Glaze Polish & Seal GPS | Spray glaze with sealant | Months (listed at 3 to 4) | Filling light swirls and sealing in one step before a show |
| Instant Detailer | Quick detailer | Between washes | Dust removal and gloss top-up |
Durability figures: Hyper Seal, Ultra Ceramic Seal, Hyper AIO, Car Wax and Opti-Glass Coating are Optimum's current published figures. Optimum publishes no fixed figure for Opti-Seal or GPS, and no longer lists Gloss-Coat on its own site, so those are from our product listings and user experience. All are maximums under ideal conditions; prep, wash method, climate and mileage shorten them.
Gloss-Coat. Polish, remove oils with Paint Prep or an IPA wipe, then apply. Optimum says it can be topped with any non-abrasive sealant for extra gloss.
Hyper Seal. Spray on, wipe off, rated by Optimum at 12 months. The easiest way into Opti-Coat chemistry without an installer.
Ultra Ceramic Seal or Car Wax Spray on the paint, Instant Detailer between washes.
Optimum's DIY ceramic coating for paint, wheels, plastic trim, bumpers, aluminium and chrome, not glass. Polish first, wipe oil-free, then apply a thin layer one panel at a time with the supplied applicator and level within 5 minutes. Optimum says it can be topped with any non-abrasive wax or sealant.
When to use it: a once-off or annual coating on a corrected car.
A spray ceramic sealant Optimum rates at 12 months, for paint, trim, lights, wheels and glass. Spray and wipe after a wash, or for maximum durability apply with a foam applicator after Paint Prep and level after 5 to 15 minutes. Also works as a drying aid, and Optimum states it is the maintenance product for all types and brands of ceramic coating.
When to use it: the easiest long-term protection, and the top-up for any coated car.
A 30ml DIY glass coating rated by Optimum at up to one year of water repellency and improved resistance to scratching and rock chips. Maintained with Opti Glass Clean & Protect.
When to use it: windscreen and exterior glass.
A spray ceramic sealant Optimum rates at 6+ months, for all exterior surfaces except interior glass, and stated safe on vinyl wrap and PPF.
When to use it: quick protection after every wash.
Optimum's original wipe-on polymer sealant with a foam applicator. Thin, no buffing, for paint, glass, trim and wheels. Optimum describes durability as months.
When to use it: a fast sealant after polishing, or a layer under Car Wax.
A sprayable polish and sealant in one, applied by machine. Optimum rates protection at up to 6 months.
When to use it: light swirl removal and protection in a single pass.
A spray carnauba wax with UV inhibitors. Optimum rates it at up to 5 months.
When to use it: fast gloss after a wash, on its own or over Opti-Seal.
A spray glaze that fills light swirls and leaves a polymer sealant. Optimum describes durability as months.
When to use it: a show-day finish without a full correction.
A quick detailer with fluoropolymers for slickness and gloss. Optimum says to wait around 30 minutes after Opti-Seal before using it.
When to use it: dust and fingerprints between washes.
A wash concentrate for gelcoat and fibreglass.
When to use it: boats, caravans and motorhomes.
Removes oxidation from chalky gelcoat.
When to use it: restoring a dull hull or caravan before polishing.
A sprayable polish for gelcoat and fibreglass.
When to use it: after Gelcoat Restorer, or on lightly oxidised surfaces.
An interior protectant for vinyl and plastic in boats and caravans.
When to use it: interior surfaces exposed to sun and salt.
| Product | What it is |
|---|---|
| Big Red Sponge 2.0 | Optimum's rinseless wash sponge |
| Big Gold Sponge | Opti-Coat version of the wash sponge |
| Blue Foam Applicator | Foam applicator for sealants and dressings |
| Pro Plush Drying Towel 1300GSM | Large plush drying towel |
| Opti-Coat Ultimate Drying Towel | Opti-Coat branded drying towel |
| ONR Rinseless Wash Kit | ONR plus Big Red Sponge |
| Car Wash & Dry Kit | Wash and dry essentials |
| Wash and Dry + Shampoo Package | Wash and dry kit with Car Wash Shampoo |
| Tire Shine Wet Look & Brush Kit | Tire Shine with applicator brush |
| Car Care Starter Kit | Wheels, wash, interior and protection in one kit |
Optimum Polymer Technologies is an American detailing chemical company founded by chemist Dr. David Ghodoussi. It makes a consumer range covering washing, decontamination, correction and protection, and is the parent company of Opti-Coat, the professional ceramic coating brand.
They are the same company. Optimum is the parent name for the consumer wash, correction and protection range, all available to any customer. Opti-Coat is the professional coating line, and its Pro, Pro Plus and Pro3 coatings are sold only to certified installers. Hyper Seal, Gloss-Coat and Opti-Glass Coating carry the Opti-Coat name or chemistry but are consumer products.
Primarily as a rinseless wash, cleaning a full vehicle with a couple of buckets of water and no hose. Optimum's V6 label also gives ratios for clay lubricant, quick detailer, waterless wash, interior cleaner and glass cleaner.
ONR was developed by Dr. David Ghodoussi, chemist and founder of Optimum Polymer Technologies, and introduced to the public in 2006. Optimum has refined it continually since, and the current formula is V6.
Yes. Optimum states ONR is safe on coated, waxed and sealed paint and won't strip protection during a normal wash.
ONR is a rinseless wash concentrate used with water in a bucket and a wash sponge. Opti-Clean is a ready-to-use waterless spray for light dust between full washes, with no bucket at all.
Gloss-Coat is a true coating, listed at up to 2 years, but needs polishing, an oil-free wipe and careful hand application. Hyper Seal is a spray-on ceramic sealant that Optimum rates at 12 months and that takes minutes to apply. Choose Gloss-Coat for the longest life, Hyper Seal for ease, or use Hyper Seal as the maintenance product over any coating.
Both are quick wipe-on sealants. Opti-Seal is Optimum's original polymer sealant, thin and no-buff, for paint, glass, trim and wheels, with durability described by Optimum as months. Ultra Ceramic Seal is the newer ceramic version, rated by Optimum at 6+ months, for all exterior surfaces except interior glass, and stated safe on vinyl wrap and PPF.
Optimum recommends it. Paint Prep removes polish residue, wax and silicone so a coating or sealant can bond to bare paint. Optimum's Hyper Seal instructions include a Paint Prep wipe for maximum durability, and Gloss-Coat instructions call for an oil-free surface before application.
Intensive Polish for most cars. It is a fast-cutting one-step that finishes well on most paints. Add Hyper Compound only for sanding marks and deep scratches, and follow with Hyper Polish on a finishing pad if softer or darker paint needs refining.
ONR Wash & Shine, Power Clean, FerreX, Interior Cleaner and Hyper Seal. Together they cover washing, all-purpose cleaning, iron decontamination, interior and protection.
No. Every product linked in this guide is a consumer product available to any customer. Only the Opti-Coat Pro, Pro Plus and Pro3 professional coatings are trade-only.
Several are stated as safe: Ultra Ceramic Seal (vinyl wrap and PPF), Opti-Coat M-Wash (PPF and matte paint) and the ONR rinseless washes. Check each product page before using correction products or solvents on film or wrap.
Both. ONR, Hyper Foam and Car Wash Shampoo cover maintenance washing, while Hyper Compound, Intensive Polish and Hyper Polish cover correction. Most owners use the wash and protection side week to week and the correction range once or twice a year.
