What are the best brushes to use with my wheel cleaner?

This will always depend on the concentration of soiling, what protection has been previously applied and, perhaps most importantly, the design of the wheel. In some circumstances, on lighter soiling, Imperial or Reactive Wheel Cleaner can be simply sprayed on, left to dwell for a few minutes and rinsed away. If solely applying Revolution Wheel Soap to your wheels, or when it is necessary to agitate other cleaners into your wheels, remember that the often-forgotten inner barrels are just as susceptible to corrosive contamination as the faces of your wheels, if not more. For cleaning the inner wheels, we recommend our Barrel Brush or Mini Barrel Brush, depending on the wheel design. A Hog Hair or soft bristle Detailing Brush is also useful for tackling tighter areas around wheel lips and lug nuts. Finally, we like to use a dedicated wash-mitt to finish off the whole wheel before rinsing. For the best results on the heaviest soiling, we recommend brushing in Imperial or Reactive Wheel Cleaner using a bucket containing Revolution or Lather Car Shampoo. This will add to the cleaning power of the process and aid in lubricating any grease and grime. For cleaning tyres (which can be carried out after cleaning, but before final rinsing your wheels) we recommend using a stiff brush such as our Rubber Scrubber Tyre Brush, along with our ready-to-use Tread Tyre Cleaner, or a 1:5 dilution of Verso All Purpose Cleaner.

Will Reactive strip away protection layers?

Reactive will not effect factory protection layers, however if you have applied an aftermarket protection, such as Mint Rims or a ceramic coating, Reactive will reduce the integrity.

Do I need to use a wheel shampoo with Reactive?

Reactive is a stand alone wheel cleaner, therefore there is no need to use a wheel shampoo alongside it.

Is Reactive safe for use on diamond cut alloys?

Due to Reactive's strong nature, if the lacquer has even the smallest of cracks or any peeling, these products will get under the crack and push it away from the surface and potentially stain the wheel face.

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Reactive Alloy Wheel Cleaner Heavy-duty Alloy Wheel Cleaner

Name: Reactive Alloy Wheel Cleaner
Brand: Auto Finesse
SKU: RET500
Price: 11.95 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.96 (139 reviews)

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Key Features

Fast acting reactive wheel cleaner
Dissolves embedded iron & brake dust
Lifts & encapsulates heavy soiling
Turns purple as it reacts with iron particles
Loosens grime for easier agitation
Safe on paint, powder-coated, & lacquered finishes

Description

A next-level wheel cleaner that combines deep-cleaning action with chemical decontamination to tackle the toughest grime on your rims. Reactive’s advanced formula dissolves and lifts embedded brake dust and ferrous metal particles — including microscopic iron fallout — while powerful detergents break down stubborn dirt, allowing contaminants to be safely rinsed away without scratching painted, powder-coated or lacquered wheel finishes. Its ready-to-use spray makes regular deep cleaning fast and effective, keeping wheels cleaner for longer with every wash.

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Product Type: Heavy-duty Alloy Wheel Cleaner

Product Code: RET500

Reactive Alloy Wheel Cleaner bridges the gap between a regular wheel wash and serious decontamination. It hits hard with powerful detergents and degreasers to blast through brake dust, road grime, and baked-on filth, while its reactive formula chemically dissolves embedded iron particles — the sharp, corrosive metal shrapnel that eats into your wheels over time.

It breaks down, lifts, and encapsulates the nastiest contaminants so they rinse away safely, no scrubbing, no scratches. Use it every wash and you’ll keep painted, powder-coated, and lacquered wheels looking deep, clean, and protected from corrosion before it even starts.

No more dull, etched wheels. No more heavy fallout sessions every few months. Just consistently sharp, showroom-fresh rims with every clean.

Your wheels take the hardest abbuse — give them the cleaner they deserve.

How to Use Reactive Alloy Wheel Cleaner

Ensure the wheels are cool to the touch.
Spray generously onto the wheel, working from top to bottom and getting into barrels and spokes.
Let it dwell 3–5 minutes (longer on heavy brake dust) and watch the reaction work.
Gently agitate with a soft wheel brush or detailing brush if needed to refresh the solution.
Rinse thoroughly with high pressure.
Follow with your regular wash routine.

Product Summary

Deep clean and decontaminate in one: Designed to bridge the gap between a traditional wheel cleaner and a heavy-duty ferrous metal fallout remover
Safe and effective: Reactive is unique because it's suitable for regular use on all types of painted, powder coated and lacquered rims
Powerful formula: Filled with heavy-duty detergents and degreasers, this cutting-edge surface cleaner targets tough dirt and grime, effectively breaking it down, lifting it away, and encapsulating harmful particles.

This will always depend on the concentration of soiling, what protection has been previously applied and, perhaps most importantly, the design of the wheel. In some circumstances, on lighter soiling, Imperial or Reactive Wheel Cleaner can be simply sprayed on, left to dwell for a few minutes and rinsed away. If solely applying Revolution Wheel Soap to your wheels, or when it is necessary to agitate other cleaners into your wheels, remember that the often-forgotten inner barrels are just as susceptible to corrosive contamination as the faces of your wheels, if not more. For cleaning the inner wheels, we recommend our Barrel Brush or Mini Barrel Brush, depending on the wheel design. A Hog Hair or soft bristle Detailing Brush is also useful for tackling tighter areas around wheel lips and lug nuts. Finally, we like to use a dedicated wash-mitt to finish off the whole wheel before rinsing. For the best results on the heaviest soiling, we recommend brushing in Imperial or Reactive Wheel Cleaner using a bucket containing Revolution or Lather Car Shampoo. This will add to the cleaning power of the process and aid in lubricating any grease and grime. For cleaning tyres (which can be carried out after cleaning, but before final rinsing your wheels) we recommend using a stiff brush such as our Rubber Scrubber Tyre Brush, along with our ready-to-use Tread Tyre Cleaner, or a 1:5 dilution of Verso All Purpose Cleaner.
Reactive will not effect factory protection layers, however if you have applied an aftermarket protection, such as Mint Rims or a ceramic coating, Reactive will reduce the integrity.
Reactive is a stand alone wheel cleaner, therefore there is no need to use a wheel shampoo alongside it.
Due to Reactive's strong nature, if the lacquer has even the smallest of cracks or any peeling, these products will get under the crack and push it away from the surface and potentially stain the wheel face.

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