Do foam cannons really clean cars?

Reduced risk of scratching paint It’s the soap that really does all the work to remove dirt –no scrubbing required. Since a foam cannon applies much more soap than a wash mitt ever could (even those that hold a lot of suds), you really don’t have to use any pressure at all when using a mitt.

Is foaming car wash better?

Snow foam is an essential pre-wash, improving car wash results and keeping your finish brighter for longer. Snow foam’s effectiveness as a pre-wash results from its consistency and its chemistry, both of which make it superior to a plain water rinse.

Do foam cannons actually work?

To be clear, a foam cannon doesn’t make a difference when used the way most people use it. Using a snow foam that’s intended to strip wax and grease or stronger cleaners in a foam gun will actually boost the cleaning ability. The problem is that most people just use the same ph-neutral soap that’s in their wash bucket.

Should you rinse car before snow foam?

The short answer is that snow foam is a pre-wash that you spray on your car before your ‘proper’ car wash. This helps loosen dirt, grime and traffic film so you can rinse most of it off, meaning using your car shampoo becomes much easier and more effective.

Does foaming a car really work?

Thick foaming suds lubricate the surface of your car, allowing your wash mitt to glide over the surface without installing swirls or scratches. You can use a gas or electric pressure to shoot amazing suds, but generally, we have had the best luck with gas pressure washers.

Do you need a pressure washer for snow foam?

A pressure washer is key for any budding foamer, but that won’t be enough on its own: you need a snow foam lance to generate the foam. These consist of a nozzle, a brass ‘body’ and a bottle to hold the solution, and will allow a certain level of adjustablity for the spray pattern and the thickness of the foam.

Can you use a foam cannon with any pressure washer?

The foam cannon will still work if you are using a less powerful pressure washer. Some Ryobi, or Greenworks’ models which are rated for around 1.2 GPM and 1600 Psi. However, you should expect the foam to be more runny. We recommend that you start with whatever pressure washer you have.

Is snow foam a gimmick?

No, Snow Foam is not a gimmick. Using Snow Foam as a part of your washing process significantly reduces the risk of scratching the paint on your car because it helps to soften the dirt on your car and make it easier to rinse off. It hugely assists in the washing process, not replaces. …