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Ardex Detailing Products: Pro-Grade Compounds, Waxes, Wheel Cleaners & Car Care Chemicals
The Ardex Collection at Auto Care Genius is the full lineup of Ardex professional detailing products and car care chemicals. Made by Ardex Laboratories since 1950, Ardex is a pro-grade name in automotive and marine reconditioning — the compounds, polishes, waxes, wheel cleaners, degreasers, and interior cleaners trusted by detail shops, body shops, dealerships, and auto auctions. From the Alpha Grit rubbing compound to Miami Shine carnauba wax, this is the same shelf a high-volume recon department pulls from every day.
What makes Ardex a smart buy is the math: most of the line is sold as concentrated detailing chemicals you dilute to the job, and many formulas are body-shop safe (silicone-free), so they can run in or near a paint booth. That suits high-volume pros stocking gallons — and enthusiasts learning to detail like a pro without paying boutique prices per ounce. Pair the chemicals with the right polishing pads to complete your setup.
What Is Ardex?
Ardex Laboratories has manufactured professional automotive and marine reconditioning chemicals since 1950 — one of the longest-running names in American car care. The catalog is built for people who recondition vehicles for a living: fast-cutting compounds for auction cars, one-step cleaner-waxes for dealership turnarounds, acid and non-acid wheel cleaners, extractor shampoos, odor control, and gel-coat compounds for boats. Most chemicals come in quart, gallon, and 5-gallon sizes, and many are concentrates, so a single jug stretches across dozens of details.
Shop the Ardex Collection by Category
Compounds & Polishes
Alpha Grit is the heavy-cut, body-shop-safe rubbing compound; the Correctables 1000 → 2000 → 3000 system is a three-step correction line designed for dual-action machines; High Def #1 and High Def #2 are one-step cleaner-polish-waxes for fast turnarounds; and Seal-B is the high-intensity brightener & swirl remover detailers love on dark paint. Run them on Ardex's own foam pads.
Waxes, Sealants & Ceramic Coatings
Lock in the shine with Miami Shine, a liquefied carnauba paste wax built for Florida heat, or the fast, clean Topaz yellow paste wax. Hydro Gloss is a wet-or-dry one-step spray shine, Nano Sealant adds polymer protection, and Sidewinder is the graphene ceramic spray. PTR restores faded plastic trim and is body-shop safe. Compare in Waxes & Sealants and Ceramic Coatings.
Wheel Cleaners & Iron Removers
Cut brake dust and decontaminate before you polish. Attack is a fast acid cleaner for wire and mag wheels, Buster instantly dissolves brake dust on European wheels, and Proper Non-Acid (dilutable up to 20:1) is safe on every wheel finish, with Brown Bomber and 2-B Clean for everyday duty. X-Ferrous is the color-changing iron / fallout remover. Learn why acid vs. acid-free matters, then shop non-acid options and Iron Removers.
Car Wash, Cleaners & Degreasers
All-purpose cleaning power at any dilution. New Wave is the mild cleaner-degreaser workhorse, It's OK Green is the citrus APC, and Purple Rush hits tires, engines, and interiors. For the wash bay: high-foam Mega Foam, Extra Foamy Concentrate, and Wash & Wax 5215, which cleans and shines in one step without stripping existing wax. See the degreaser & APC guide and dilution ratios, then browse Degreasers and Wash & Soap.
Glass Cleaners
Streak-free, tint-safe glass: Dazzle Mint is the ready-to-use daily driver, Miracle Glass Cleaner is non-ammoniated and tint-safe, and Overspray is the heavy-duty pick for paint overspray and stubborn film. See our best glass cleaner guide and Glass & Window Care.
Interior, Leather & Odor Control
It's OK Extractor is a low-foam carpet & upholstery shampoo for extractor machines, and M.S.R lifts mineral and hard-water stains. Clean leather with It's OK Leather or Leather Perfect, then condition with Shea Butter. Pet Control releases embedded pet hair so it vacuums right out, and the Vehicle Hygienist Kit plus Aromatherapy scents handle odor elimination. Explore Interior Cleaners and Leather Care.
Tire, Trim & Metal Dressings
New Concept is the long-lasting water-based tire dressing, with Affinity and ULT-DRESS as economical gallon options for volume work. Rubber Bumper Black revives faded bumpers and trim, while Pure Metal and Metal Mania polish chrome and bare metal. See Tire Shines & Dressings and how to apply tire shine like a pro.
Marine & Shop Supplies
Ardex's marine gel-coat line is still a pro staple: Liquid Marine 1000, VG Marine, and heavy-duty Super 600. Round out the shop with drum pumps, spray bottles, and paper floor mats.
Quick Guide: Ardex Picks by Goal
| Your Goal | Best Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy paint correction / sanding marks | Alpha Grit | Heavy-cut rubbing compound that's body-shop safe |
| DA correction system, start to finish | Correctables 1000–3000 | Heavy / medium / fine steps made for dual-action machines |
| Heavy brake dust on European wheels | Ardex Buster | Instant brake-dust remover built for soft Euro alloys |
| Iron decon before polishing or coating | X-Ferrous | Color-changing fallout remover shows you it's working |
| Deep carnauba shine in hot climates | Miami Shine | Liquefied carnauba paste wax made for heat & humidity |
| Spray-on ceramic protection | Sidewinder | Graphene ceramic spray for a slick, hydrophobic gloss |
Build a Pro Detailing Routine with Ardex (Step-by-Step)
- Wash. Foam with Mega Foam or Extra Foamy Concentrate; use Wash & Wax on maintenance washes, and diluted New Wave on jambs and lower panels.
- Wheels & decon. Clean wheels with Attack, Buster, or Proper Non-Acid, then strip embedded iron with X-Ferrous before any polishing.
- Correct. Level defects with Alpha Grit or step through the Correctables system on the matching pad; one-step with High Def #1 when time is tight.
- Protect. Wax with Miami Shine or Topaz, seal with Nano Sealant, or coat with Sidewinder graphene ceramic.
- Dress & finish. New Concept on tires, PTR on trim, Dazzle Mint on glass, and a shot of Aromatherapy to close out the interior.
Ardex Collection FAQ
Who makes Ardex detailing products?
Ardex Laboratories has manufactured professional automotive and marine reconditioning chemicals since 1950. The line is used by detail shops, body shops, dealerships, fleets, and auto auctions — see The Complete Ardex Product Guide for a walkthrough.
Are Ardex chemicals concentrated?
Many Ardex cleaners and degreasers are concentrates you dilute with water — a major cost saver for busy shops. Proper Non-Acid Wheel Cleaner dilutes up to 20:1, and Wash & Wax stretches as far as 1:128. Always follow the label ratios; our dilution guide covers common tasks.
Which Ardex products are body-shop safe?
Body-shop-safe, silicone-free options include Alpha Grit, the Correctables correction system, and PTR plastic trim restorer — safe to use in or near the paint booth.
What is the best Ardex wheel cleaner for brake dust?
Buster dissolves heavy brake dust on European wheels, Attack is a fast acid cleaner for wire and mag wheels, and Proper Non-Acid is the safe choice when you don't know the wheel's finish. See our wheel cleaner guide.
What Ardex product removes swirl marks?
Seal-B is a high-intensity machine brightener and swirl remover, especially effective on black and dark colors. For deeper defects, step up to Alpha Grit or run the Correctables system with a matching pad.
Does Ardex make a ceramic coating?
Yes — Sidewinder is a graphene-infused spray ceramic for a slick, hydrophobic gloss, Defender steps up the durability, and Tungsten Ceramic is the premium option. Compare in Ceramic Coatings.
Does Ardex make marine detailing products?
Yes — marine reconditioning is where Ardex built its name. Liquid Marine 1000, VG Marine, and Super 600 are formulated for gel-coat and fiberglass, from light oxidation to chalked-out hulls.
What sizes does Ardex come in, and where can I buy it near me?
Most Ardex chemicals come in quart, gallon, and 5-gallon sizes. Order online for fast nationwide shipping, or visit our Kissimmee, FL store for Ardex detailing supplies near you.
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Related Collections
- Compounds · Polishes · Polishing Pads
- Waxes & Sealants · Ceramic Coatings
- Wheel Cleaners · Non-Acid Wheel & Tire Cleaners · Iron Removers
- Degreasers · Wash & Soap · Glass & Window Care
- Interior Cleaners · Leather Care · Air Fresheners
- Tire Shines & Dressings · Tools & Accessories
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