Koch Chemie Green Star APC Universal / All Purpose Cleaner | EP018

[@KarsLtd]

Great review. All product reviews should be like this.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Kar, very kind of you to say 😁👍🏼

[@laurapalmerTDGE]

​@@SparkleanAutos - First, I want to express my sincere gratitude for the wonderful review. Additionally, I believe that Koch Chemie meets or even exceeds my expectations of what I seek in a product. Furthermore, in terms of price-quality ratio, it seems to be exceptionally good. Warm regards from Belgium.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Laura, your comments are very much appreciated. I have to agree with you, Koch Chemie make some of the best products on the market. Not only do they perform incredibly well, but their dilution ratios also make them some of the most cost-effective products too. Thanks again, Mark.

[@marconunez174]

Its so cheap I got like 10 1L bottles of this. Works great as general apc but even better as APC rinse. Thanks for sharing, mate!

[@SparkleanAutos]

It's an absolutely fantastic product 👌🏼👍🏼 Thanks for commenting Marco!

[@udayakymarigude7292]

Xppp😊😊

[@SparkleanAutos]

👍🏼

[@rpmautodetailing5958]

I used GS 1:50 on a customer's car as a prewash, rinsed car before, was in my garage (so not in direct sun light), waited 2 mins and sprayed off. It left a horrible film on the car. I still can't explain or figure out why? I had to clay bar the vehicle it was a HUGE mess. Prior to that I have used it 20-30 times on my own vehicles as a prewash without issue 🤷🤷

[@SparkleanAutos]

Strange one!! Can only assume there was something else previously applied that it reacted with, or some other contamination that the car came into contact with that wasn't visible - can't imagine it was the Green Star alone, especially at a 1:50 dilution!! 🤔

[@rossyvdp]

Another great Video Mark. Really highlighting the versatility of the AVA also with the stubby gun and vario nozzle.

[@SparkleanAutos]

So far I'm really enjoying the machine (what little chance I've had to actually use it with the freezing temps where I live!!) I'm building up data and footage to do a full review on it very soon 👌🏼👌🏼

[@stevenjones19-m8i]

Hello Mark,a great review on the Koch Chemie APC Green Star,it looks a very good foamy product,I must try this one out.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Definitely makes a very good value wheel cleaner, really enjoyable to use 👌🏼👌🏼

[@M.E63]

Great video, excellent product, I use it myself and near enough every one of there products is great value for money which is surprising as it comes from abroad, I see you got other stuff, Koch chemie FSE is great value again and even can remove water spots with it

[@SparkleanAutos]

Hi Imran, and thank you!! Yeah I've been building a collection of Koch Chemie stuff over the last year or so... Need a few more before I do a full brand review 😃

[@njuham]

Good also for the upvc window sills to remove spider spots and bird poo.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Good tips, thank you 👌🏼

[@crerar117]

Great pre wash product. Although my own input that it works great for us Detail Geeks that look after our cars (because we keep them in mint condition) BUT when cleaning other peoples cars (who dont care much for their cars cleanliness) I find it ......Ok Think you'll understand where I'm coming from Gtrat video non the less 👍

[@SparkleanAutos]

I know exactly what you mean 👌🏼

[@Geeky_detail_reviews]

Great video as always. I love GS it’s my favourite all rounder. It’s my go has such a better user experience with the foaming for what I look for. So cheap as well

[@SparkleanAutos]

It's very handy to have and very cost effective, certainly as a wheel cleaner... When you use brushes that is 🤣🤣🤣

[@paulquickmire4140]

Great video again Mark, love the new winner/binner graphics 👍👍. As for the product I use it every morning to wash the truck off after pounding the motorways the night before. I use it in a spray bottle at 10:1 (can only carry so much stuff in my work bag) and yes it doesn't bring the cab up sparklean 🤣🤣 it does take a lot of the traffic film off and make it look more presentable. Another plus is the price of this stuff especially when you dilute it down even more.

[@SparkleanAutos]

You're absolutely spot on Paul - doesn't have to be perfect but gets the job done 👌🏼 I loved this stuff even before considering the price and that value for money just makes it even better 🙂👍🏼 Thanks for the feedback on the graphics, nobody else mentioned it lol 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@paulquickmire4140]

@@SparkleanAutos like I said before it's my weekly fix, of course I'm going to notice. I'm off to Quick Test annomous tomorrow, will tell the group about it 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Better hide before they take me away in the white truck with square wheels and lots and lots of padding...

[@SparkleanAutos]

Hahaha well you'll have plenty of good company, we're all nuts 🥴🤣🤣

[@barryjones6214]

Good that u try the wheel cleaning with no brushing as I think even the worst cleaners will give a decent finish a lot of the time with a brush to aid it 👏

[@SparkleanAutos]

Yip, I thought it was interesting... The foaming ability made the contact wash on the wheels very enjoyable though, very happy with that, especially at 1:10 👌🏼👍🏼

[@barryjones6214]

@@SparkleanAutosbeen using it a while have knocked using a dedicated wheel cleaner on the head tbf just use fall out every now and then and gs and shampoo

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@barryjones6214 sounds like a spot on system Barry 👌🏼

[@jimmcgeown2083]

Smashing video Mark definitely one of the top APCs on the market and great value for money to boot ,I can recommend it for the engine bay as well ,looking forward to seeing more from the range ,keep er lit big man 👏👏👏

[@SparkleanAutos]

Cheers Jim, keeping er lit here, as always ✊🏼 It really is a fantastic range - I've used their polishes/compounds for years but only recently started to venture into their other products and they seem to live up to the same standard 👌🏼 Plenty more to come 😏👍🏼

[@Ara_Milan]

VB or GS ? from koch chemie

[@SparkleanAutos]

I don't have experience of Vb but to the best of my knowledge (and I'll admit I could easily be wrong!) VB is more aimed at professionals for almost industrial levels of cleaning so I would guess it's a lot stronger/more concentrated than GS and arguably wouldn't be recommended for the home enthusiast unless they know what they're doing!

[@Jon77777]

Could you use Green Star as an interior cleaner also? Thank you for your video. It’s very informative 😊

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Jon 😊👍🏼 I haven't done that myself but I know some do and as an All Purpose Cleaner I don't see why not - although I would definitely dilute it well down, probably 1:100 to be safe 👍🏼

[@Abrarthepcman]

isn't that same as KC active snow foam or i might be mixing it... but i can't wait to use active foam with the green n red color .. i wish there is a vdo for to that to use it .. kids love doing snow foam so as us.. but to add color is more fun though.. good vdo .. keep up the good work mate👌

[@SparkleanAutos]

I'm not entirely sure about the chemical make-up of Active Snow Foam but it's definitely a different product 👍🏼 As for the coloured snow foam, not really my thing but I'm maybe just a bit too old to get the enjoyment out of that 🤣🤣 Thank you 👍🏼

[@decker0373]

Get in, quick test Tuesday, gotta be a fave of mine, no BS just honest reviews without "telling" me I have to do XYZ. Questions, you know I love a question, Mark, would you consider replacing a wheel shampoo, a citrus, and maybe even a foam, for GS - I'm thinking about those that may be budget conscious? Also, any idea on whether GS at 30:1 is LSP safe? Top man, top channel!

[@SparkleanAutos]

Hi Lee and thank you!! Some really nice comments there mate 👌🏼👌🏼👍🏼😊 Personally I love having a massive selection of products and just using different ones depending on my mood... But if I was thinking purely about budget then yes, I would definitely consider buying this in bulk and using it for the majority of jobs 👌🏼 As for being LSP safe at 30:1, I haven't used it regularly enough on the same car to answer that , but what I can say is that the protection on this occasion didn't appear any less effective after use! Keep the questions coming mate, I love an interesting query 👍🏼🙌🏼 Thanks again Lee 👍🏼

[@briandefreitas5008]

So it begs the question can you do a head to head green star vs bilt hamber sufex hd

[@SparkleanAutos]

I can and down the line I will... Planning a few head to heads in different categories this year 👌🏼

[@briandefreitas5008]

Great I look forward this and your thoughts on this

[@SparkleanAutos]

🙌🏼 appreciate the support Brian 👍🏼

[@MadelnMachines]

Are there 2 or 3 products you could recommend for the exterior? I don't want to spend a fortune buying wheel cleaners, bug removes, iron removers, tar removers, special wheel brushes, snow foam, shampoo, stripping shampoo, paint prep lubricant, IPA panel wipes, sealant, glass cleaner etc. I was thinking maybe I just need a snow foam that will work as a shampoo, lubricant, glass cleaner, wheel cleaner. Then just a iron remover, clay towel and sealant. As well as a wheel cleaner can green star also be a snow foam / shampoo / lubricant for your paint and as a glass cleaner?

[@SparkleanAutos]

Ideally you'd want a shed full of products but that's not always suitable for everyone so if you had to narrow it down to 3 products I would say you need; 1. An APC/pre-wash/bug remover etc. For that id recommend the product in this video - www.in2detailing.co.uk/collections/koch-chemie-1/products/koch-chemie-green-star-universal-cleaner?ghref=3377%3A554508 2. A Shampoo (obviously lol!) - there are a number of fantastic shampoos to choose from but one of my favourites is the Garage Therapy one, just 20ml in a bucket of water... www.in2detailing.co.uk/collections/car-shampoo/products/garage-therapy-one-car-shampoo?ghref=3377%3A554508 3. Some sort of protections - will stop dirt bonding to your paintwork and make it easier to clean - I'd recommend a spray & rinse sealant... My personal favourite is Magiseal from Autobrite Direct - you'll get 6-8 weeks of protection and only takes a couple of minutes to apply. www.in2detailing.co.uk/collections/autobrite-direct/products/autobrite-direct-ceramic-shield-ceramic-magiseal?ghref=3377%3A554508 Hopefully that answers your question 🙂👍🏼

[@SparkleanAutos]

If you're wanting to add in decontamination then it'll be very hard to keep it at 3 products as these are dedicated products for a particular purpose. You did mention using a snowfoam as a shampoo but the problem is that, while they may appear similar on the vehicle in terms of suds etc., they are typically very different - snow foams aren't always the strongest cleaners and don't generally contain lubricants... shampoos don't generally breakdown dirt without contact so aren't really cost effective as pre-wash products.

[@gillywash1487]

Great value product, I personally haven’t found it amazing as a prewash but nice when agitated for other jobs. Was never in doubt as a keeper x

[@SparkleanAutos]

Yeah, really liked it as a wheel cleaner for the contact part... Wasn't expecting contactless wash on them but I thought it would've done a bit better... maybe expecting too much from 10% when the wheels were that bad!

[@lifeslooker]

I've used this on my car, about 30:1 dilution, and it's awesome. Hot water is better when using these types of products as it foams better and actually gives the APC more bite and cleaning power ( IMHO ) - but, your film on TFR blows this away....think I'll use TFR to pre-wash from now on, since it's great for a trailer/ trucks, then my car will also reap the benefits of the TFR cleaning power...it's only fair, seems silly not to

[@SparkleanAutos]

The only thing with the TFR, even a non-caustic one like that, prolonged use still carried the risk of fading uncoated materials (black plastics etc.) The stronger the chemicals the greater the risks! I tend to keep the TFR on standby for vehicles that need it - commercials or something that hasn't been cleaned for a while and has little to no protection. Personally I'd avoid it as a regular/weekly maintenance product, as good as it is 👍🏼👍🏼

[@lifeslooker]

@@SparkleanAutos I get it, but, when you use a degree of common sense, then this won’t really be an issue. Given the fact there are loads of good plastic restorers out there, for getting the debris on the car off in one shot and then using a contact wash, as long as you don’t let it dwell for silly amounts of time, it’s an economical way to clean your car. And you’ll have less reliance on a citrus pre wash. Even with the latter, really good ones carry the risk of harming the plastics. Chemical guys do good restorers, so there’s that option. Also depends on age of the car, etc

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@lifeslooker 100% Jason... Common sense approach and all will be fine 🙂👍🏼 like you say, most Citrus Pre-wash products are no safer

[@lifeslooker]

Was it here you used the glass repellent that’s been on 18 months? If so, what’s the name of it? I wanna get some!!!!

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@lifeslooker lol it wasn't actually in a video believe it or not .. at the time the channel was fairly new and I hadn't time or confidence to film everything!!! It was actually Anglewax H2GO... Very good glass sealant and I will definitely be doing a video in it soon 👍🏼

[@Just_Bald_Chris]

Big fan of the Greenstar.. Will you be testing more of the Koch Chemie range?

[@SparkleanAutos]

I will indeed Chris. As you may have seen in the background, I'm gradually building up quite a range of Koch Chemie so expect to see them more often 👍🏼👍🏼

[@shinychariotdetailing9707]

Mark finally something i have used lol i liked it and i used it for both outside and inside use it did the job.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Very versatile product mate and really good value for money 👌🏼👌🏼👍🏼

[@andykerr415]

Editing really is getting better...this is a huge step with the fly ins etc 👍🏻 Looks like a product aimed at proper detailed, nicely branded. Proof in the pudding for a prewash, how was it on the protection?

[@SparkleanAutos]

😊😊 thank you, definitely getting more confident with the editing software as time goes on!! It didn't seem to affect what protection was there at all but I plan a much more detailed test in the very near future on the same subject 👌🏼👍🏼

[@nicustom1]

Nice explanation! Hey guys, can Green Star be used on the floors and bathroom tiles of a house? This means you only have to buy one product for use throughout the house and on your car.

[@SparkleanAutos]

It can indeed... I've used it at 10% to clean tile grout and it does a phenomenal job 👌🏼 *like anything - as with any chemical, I would ALWAYS recommend testing on an inconspicuous area first and let it fully dry, just to be on the safe side! 👍🏼

[@nicustom1]

@@SparkleanAutos I just found in the description of the product. "Universally usable for the areas of workshop floor and industrial cleaning....Workshop and industrial floors use a 1:40 to 1:120 solution. So for a house cleaning better go for the more gentle solution no? And as you said , test different solutions ratio.

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@nicustom1 Maybe I go a bit too strong sometimes lol probably best sticking with their recommendations 👍🏼

[@dannysandoval5195]

Excellent video on Green Star. You had two different dilution ratio. One for tires 10:1 and paint pre wash at 30:1?

[@SparkleanAutos]

Hello Danny and thank you! Sorry for the delay in replying!! Yes thats correct, most APCs etc I would expect to be strong enough at 10:1 for wheels and engine bays but I dial it back a lot further for the bodywork - mainly to be less aggressive of whatever protection is on the car 👍🏼

[@dannysandoval5195]

@@SparkleanAutos thank you. Excellent info. I was amazed 30:1 ratio did a great job as a prewash.

[@SparkleanAutos]

It's a fantastic product I must say - although I will stress also that, as dirty as the car was, there was a layer of protection there which always makes a big difference to how pre-wash products will perform 👍🏻👍🏻

[@ObsessiveCarDetailer]

Top video Mark using a top brand, very few Koch Chemie products have disappointed me & like you have a good selection on my shelf. Great point made about detailing and a hobby. As you say "do what works for you". I dont want to listen to manufacturers giving all sorts of reasons why their product didn't work when you follow instructions on the bottle. Well done mate👍

[@SparkleanAutos]

🙌🏼 Thank you Martin and I hope you're well. They're one of my top 5 brands for good reason. I'm a massive fan of their polishing range and working my way through the rest now so expect to see a lot more going forward 👍🏼👍🏼

[@andysurgett386]

Defo want to see your thoughts on FSE.....🤔just discovered and love on Can Coat every now and then (5th wash)

[@SparkleanAutos]

Cheers Andy... I've actually only tried it once (on a bit of bird matter!!) So looking forward to using it properly 👍🏼👍🏼

[@andysurgett386]

I think you should give a spin...soft water or hard water rinse...😁

[@SparkleanAutos]

🤣👍🏼

[@triggerhappyautos]

Awesome video as always mate! For me Greenstar is absolutely a must have in the kit! Around £6 a litre is such good value. Loving the content mate 😁😁

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Sean! It's a great product and , as you say, value at that price is outstanding 👍🏼👍🏼

[@מדינט]

For wheels, I would use 1:5, it's doing a much better job in this ratio.

[@SparkleanAutos]

It's extremely effective at 1:5 but I find it's not really necessary, certainly not for maintenance cleaning, and 1:10 is absolutely fine for those jobs. 👍🏼

[@andywhite2930]

Top video Mark. You really can't fault Green Star. Such a great APC and at £6 a litre it's fantastic value. Why anyone would buy a rtu APC or pre wash with this around?? I don't personally think it's got the bite of Surfex but it's certainly one you'd split hairs on. That said I do find it more enjoyable to use than Surfex as it foams a little more. Just personal preference though. Love to see it in combo with gentle snow foam from Koch at some point. Iv heard people use this combo

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Andy 😊 completely agree with you, surfex might just be a little stronger, a little more versatile and a little cheaper, but there is something about this that makes it more pleasant to use 🤔 maybe it's the foaming, the smell, the colour 🤷🏻‍♂️ I've seen/heard of a few people trying it with Gentle Snow too, definitely one to pick up in the near future 👍🏼 Thanks again 😁

[@dragossorin85]

Acid used to clean the stainless steel weldings is the best for cleaning the rims

[@SparkleanAutos]

What type of acid are you talking about because you shouldn't clean painted wheels with acid cleaners on a regular basis.

[@dragossorin85]

@@SparkleanAutos Acid does not affect paint in any shape, some things don't go out without it, try applying with a brush in small dosage and wash with water pressure machine, you'll be impressed, there's nothing better than this

[@SparkleanAutos]

I'm fully aware that some instances require acid wheel cleaners - I've been cleaning cars for 30+ years .. my point is that it's completely unnecessary and potentially harmful to use them regularly - yes the paint itself may not be susceptible to damage from the acid cleaners, but surrounding parts might be - plastic centre caps, unpainted wheel bolts, brake/suspension components. Every type of cleaning product has its place, but not every product is suitable for every situation. I wouldn't use acid wheels on a regular basis in the same way that I wouldn't use a polishing compound on a regular basis. If you disagree then that's entirely up to you, feel free to create your own content demonstrating why your method works better for you and I for one will be happy to subscribe and watch 👍🏼

[@tmphotography8443]

Heard a lot about this and its something I maybe should get a bottle of to try

[@SparkleanAutos]

👍🏼 it's good value and very effective 👌🏼

[@thedetailinghobbyist]

Haven’t used GS yet - I’ve always had Surfex on had - but this definitely fits with other peoples experiences. Seems like such a versatile product! Great video 👍🏻

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Craig 👍🏼 I'm a big Surfex fan but this is definitely a genuine alternative! A lot more to come from Koch Chemie 👍🏼👍🏼

[@seabrew1]

Good video dude.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Much appreciated 👍🏼☺️

[@GMDetails]

Great video mate, looks like a lot to come from Koch on the channel soon I hope, brings it into reality when brands sell you already made up APC which has cost them pennies and sell for 100% mark up , great video to highlight what’s out there and how good it is , really enjoyed the music too 👌

[@SparkleanAutos]

Cheers Graeme. Couldn't agree more. I know with some products, RTU is necessary - Fallout Removers and Tar & Glue removers for example - but they're specifically formulated for a purpose... APCs are supposed to be versatile and have a wide range of purposes so making them RTU, which is nothing more than the manufacturer's chosen dilution, defies logic to me, certainly from a customer's point of view. I don't bother with them tbh!! And thank you, trying to vary the music a little with each video lol 👍🏼👍🏼😊

[@Ara_Milan]

Gs or Vb. from koch chemie ? and can i put it in a foam cannon ?

[@SparkleanAutos]

I'm going to be lazy and copy my response from earlier... I don't have experience of Vb but to the best of my knowledge (and I'll admit I could easily be wrong!) VB is more aimed at professionals for almost industrial levels of cleaning so I would guess it's a lot stronger/more concentrated than GS and arguably wouldn't be recommended for the home enthusiast unless they know what they're doing! As for the foam cannon... You could use it through a foam cannon but I'm not sure what benefit there would be 👍🏼

[@kwl189]

@@SparkleanAutospardon me if I’m wrong but I also think VB had hydroxides in there as well so it’s not the best for home consumers/hobbyists.

[@PongBread]

Is the dilution instructions on the bottle?

[@SparkleanAutos]

Hello, it is indeed - very detailed instructions in 10 different languages in fact 😁👍🏼

[@greymark420]

I use Koch Chemie Pol Star on my Alcantara seats, very effective.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Excellent range of products 👌🏼

[@jackmason2792]

Such a good and unique series 👍🏼

[@SparkleanAutos]

😊😊 thank you Jack!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@POWER777ALEX]

Exterior use is 1:5. It might be useful to read instructions before presenting it to people. 1:10 for wheels does nothing. 1:5 for wheels does magic.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Sorry Alex, I had a look for your expert channel but can't find anything 🤔 strange. Anyway the following information, directly from Koch Chemie's website will probably help you in future - I wouldn't want you making an arse of yourself 👍🏼 "Depending on the dirt accumulation: cleaning vehicle exteriors and engines use a 1:5 to 1:30 solution."

[@johnmusk7007]

I use surfex hd how does this compare

[@SparkleanAutos]

I've yet to do a direct comparison but as someone who has used surfex for years also, I would say on pure price, surfex is better value due to its price for 5L... But I would reach for this just as often - I find it more enjoyable to use, more pleasant smell, and it doesn't seem to leave behind a residue that I sometimes find with surfex.

[@ionescugeorge2003]

How does it compare to Koch Chemie MZR ?

[@SparkleanAutos]

I haven't had a chance yet to use MZR so cannot give you a comparison. Perhaps it's something I can look at down the line 👍🏼

[@mihaelasocaciu5876]

Foarte bun !!!

[@SparkleanAutos]

😁👍🏼

[@mihaelasocaciu5876]

@@SparkleanAutos și cel se geamuri este super .❤️🙏

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@mihaelasocaciu5876 mulțumesc 😁👍🏼

[@mihaelasocaciu5876]

@@SparkleanAutos nu se compara sub nici o forma cu produsele de 2 bani din Romania.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Dacă voi fi vreodată în România, va trebui să cumpăr niște produse pentru recenzie! 🤣 (Scuzați-mi traducerea, folosesc Google!)

[@Detailing-in-and-out]

Add water 1st then product….

[@SparkleanAutos]

Agreed, as you would see in every other video that I mixed products, this time I didn't... Doesn't really matter as I was adding the water slowly from a jug. That would only be important if it was from a tap

[@TheDaddybats]

Grand stuff on the interior as well. Iv switched from using surfex on interiors as Greenstar is better at minimal dilutions.

[@SparkleanAutos]

It's definitely a very good alternative and much better value if you're only buying 1L 👍🏼

[@kwl189]

Polstar is also a good shout on interiors instead of Surfex which I tend to find leaves a slippery film behind which needs to be rinsed by water.

[@SparkleanAutos]

@kwl189 I've stopped using Surfex for a lot of jobs for the same reason... No matter how weak the dilution, it always seems to leave a film behind 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@kwl189]

@@SparkleanAutos For interiors it really needs to be 1-2% max but the thing that made me switch to Pol Star full time for interiors was that it leaves a layer of protection behind, some blackening effect but most importantly can be used on leather perfectly fine.