What Does A Foam Bath Do?

It's no secret that Auto Detailers love foam baths, it's a satisfying process and it's great for photos. You'll even see us happily brag about foam baths in our detailing packages, but are they just a satisfying way to suds up a car? You might be surprised, but its more about the results photos than it is about the suds photos.

How does a Foam Bath work?

The tools and processes for a foam bath are actually pretty simple. The tool itself, often referred to as a foam cannon, is responsible for making the foam. You'll find a lot of Detailers (including ourselves) using a special soap for their foam tools, but it's not required! The tools and products are pretty accessible, and can be used at home for those who find washing their car therapeutic.

Benefits of a Foam Bath in Auto Detailing

1. Longer Lasting Soap Coverage

Maybe the most obvious answer on this list, a good foam cannon creates a texture of foam that leads to the soap sticking on your vehicle longer. This quality is instrumental in making sure that Auto Detailers get 100% coverage when they're hand washing your vehicle. Additionally, it gives a chance for the hand-wash and drying to be controlled by the detailer, preventing streaking and soap stains.

2. Surface Lubrication

A good foam texture helps your cloth or mitt glide against the surface of the paint. If you're doing it yourself, the most stressful part of hand-washing your car might be the risk of dirt getting caught under your hand rubbing up against your car. A foam bath is a good precaution to reduce the friction your paint is being exposed to.

3. Dirt Lifting

Giving your vehicle a foam bath in combination with a handwash can make it easier for you to lift dirt and grime from your vehicle. When you give your car a foam bath, you can get a thick application of soap and visually make sure that you're getting even coverage and coating tough to reach areas.

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