How to Wash Your Caravan or Motorhome (Ceramic Safe Wash Guide)

Instructions & more

Ceramic Safe Wash Instructions

Made in the Illawarra, NSW (Australia). Eco-friendly, biodegradable, high-foam & high-gloss.
We use this on all our caravans and motorhomes.

What You’ll Need

• Ceramic Safe Wash
• Soft wash brush or anti-scratch brush
• Bucket and/or foam cannon
• Hose + water

Step 1: Preparation

1. Park in a safe area: Choose a stable location where you can wash safely.
2. Pre-rinse: Hose off loose dirt, dust, and grime. Start at the top and work down.
3. Check your tools: Ensure brushes are clean and grit-free to avoid swirls or scratches.

Option A: Bucket Method (Hand Wash)

Mixing Ratio

• Light cleaning: (dust, Light Dirt) 1:50 
• Heavy grime: (bugs, salt, grease) 1:10 

How to Wash

1. Set up a rinse bucket (recommended): Fill a second bucket with clean water to rinse your brush regularly.
2. Wash in sections: Dip your brush/mitt into the wash solution. Start at the top and work down using gentle motions.
3. Tough spots: Let the solution sit 30–60 seconds on stubborn areas. then lightly scrub, The Ceramic Safe formula helps break down grease gradually
4. Rinse your brush often: Dunk in the rinse bucket to flush out dirt and reduce scratching.
5. Final rinse: Hose off from top to bottom until all suds and residue are gone.  

Option B: Foam Cannon Method (Fast Wash)

1. Load the cannon: Add 50–100ml of Ceramic Safe Wash to your foam cannon (adjust for your cannon size), then fill with water.
2. Apply foam: Cover the vehicle with a thick, even layer starting from the top.
3. Let it dwell: Leave for 1–2 minutes to loosen grime (don’t let it dry).
4. Scrub if required: For heavier dirt or bugs, lightly scrub using a soft brush or mitt while the foam is still active.
5. Rinse off: Hose from top to bottom to remove foam and dirt.
6. Optional extra clean: If there’s stubborn grime, follow with the bucket method after rinsing.

Tips for Best Results

• Protection wash: On a clean caravan, Ceramic Safe Wash adds a UV protective barrier and boosts shine. No scrubbing required when the surface is already clean.
• If dirty: Scrubbing is required to remove grime before protection can bond properly.
• Frequency: For best shine and coating maintenance, use the foam cannon method weekly (or as needed).
• Ceramic-safe matters: Harsh detergents can reduce coating performance. Ceramic Safe Wash is designed to clean while staying coating-friendly.
• Storage: Store the product in a cool, shaded area where possible.
• Safety: Learn more about Sampson Tuck - Ceramic safe Wash 

After Washing — Optional Finish & Shine

Once your caravan is clean, you can enhance protection and appearance depending on surface condition.

• Clean surface, no oxidation: Add gloss and protection with Hydro Wax
• Oxidation present: Restore faded areas first: Hand Polish (low cut) or Machine Polish (high cut) → finish with Hydro Wax
• For easier washing and safer contact cleaning, many owners upgrade to a 19 Inch Wash Brush or RV Anti-Scratch Brush

These optional steps help maintain long-term shine, UV protection, and overall value without complicating your wash routine.

Why Ceramic Safe Wash?

• Aussie-ready: Built for salt, bugs, and harsh Australian conditions.
• Aussie-made: Made in the Illawarra, NSW.
• UV protection & gloss: Adds shine while protecting surfaces.
• Ceramic safe: Won’t strip protective coatings.