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July 1, 2009
Do you feel that your paint job looks duller than it should? Maybe you just got a new car and you want to protect the paint. If either of these statements pertain to you, then you should be in the market to purchase car wax.
There are a few things to know about car wax before you make your purchase and get going. There are many good brands of wax to choose from, but your best bet is buying a kind that contains carnauba wax. Carnauba wax is better at keeping out moisture and it is easier to buff than typical car wax, and therefore it is a bit more costly.
It is best to bypass granular or abrasive waxes unless you are a professional. These kinds of waxes can scratch your paint job if used on the wrong colors and finishes. If you are in doubt, go with smooth car wax.
A good car wax typically shows stiffness and is difficult to wax on and off the car. If you are getting a good arm work out, it is typically a sign that the car wax is high quality! Soft waxes are easier to put on and remove, but they usually do not protect as well.
Car wax comes in a few different forms, those which you rub on from a tub, and others which you spray on. In the case of someone who has arthritis or hand sensitivity, spray wax can be wonderful. However, since these kind of waxes are softer, you will have to apply more often for maximum effect. Hand waxes in small tubs yield better paint protection and need to be used less often, although they are harder to apply.
Since you know which car wax to pick for your needs, we can get to the waxing process. First of all, you need to wash your car and make sure that you dry it thoroughly. Be sure to park your car in a shady and cool spot next. Picking a cool day is optimal so that the wax does not dry too quickly for you to remove it effectively.
A damp sponge, and a soft terry cloth rag are all you will need for waxing. You will have to dip your sponge into the wax, and get a dollop the size of a half dollar coin on it.
Beginning on one side of the car, rub on the car wax with small circular motions. Work your way around the entire outside of the car using these circular motions, reapply wax to your sponge when necessary. Be careful to avoid cracks between the doors, hood and trunk. If you get some wax in these seams, you can use a soft bristle toothbrush to gently remove it.
Once you have worked your way completely around the car, the wax will be dry where you started and you can begin removing it. Remove wax with the terry cloth towel from where you began, using the same motions. Once you are finished, look for any spots you missed. It is important to make sure all of the wax is off in a couple of hours max, because it can damage your paint job if left on.
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No matter what your specific needs may be, there are numerous selections available in name brand waxes. One type that is available is an aerosol spray that is not only used for waxing but it also works great for polishing. When it comes to selecting from the many waxes available, just keep in mind the ones that will adhere to the paint longer and offer the most protection are those that are offered in harder substances.
Read all directions so you will know the proper steps in applying these types of protective products to your cars. Before applying waxes you should always thoroughly wash and then dry your vehicle.
Is there much plastic on your car? Porous, matte plastic, especially dark plastic, reacts badly with some car waxes and acquires a conspicuous residue that may take special cleaners to remove. If plastic is a prominent part of your car’s exterior, choose a wax that is noted for being compatible with plastic.
How durable do you want the car wax to be, and how long are you willing to spend in applying it? Liquid waxes performed the best in durability and cleaning tests during a Consumer Reports comparison test of waxes. They also took the longest to apply, mainly because of all the extra buffing needed to spread the wax evenly and reduce streaking. Spray on waxes were the least durable and did the worst job at cleaning, but they were also the quickest and easiest to apply.
The car wax also seals the paint so there is not contact of water with the paint which could lead to corrosion. Car wax is not a permanent application and needs to be reapplied regularly for best results. The life of a good quality car wax is 3 to 4 months thus there is a need for reapplication every 3 months.
IT is advisable that before waxing a car it should be buffered for any irregularities and to remove scratches, after which the wax should be applied, which is repeated every three months. The essentials to start waxing your car is wax, a clean soft towel and a small sponge.
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Make sure that your car is clean and dry before you begin applying any car polish. Once you have washed and dried the car, begin applying the car polish one section at a time. It is best to test an inconspicuous area of the car first whenever you use a new type of car polish, just to make sure it will not have any adverse reaction. I like to work from top to bottom on the car because there is usually more dirt at the bottom of the car that I do not want to rub around to the other sections of the car. I make the bottom of the car the final section because I do not want to scratch up my paint.
Apply car polish only after your car has been washed. You should work the car polish into only one part of your car at a time. Put a dab of car polish on a clean microsoft cloth and apply in a circular motion. Allow the polish to dry before buffing the area with a new clean microsoft cloth.
Using either paste car polish or liquid car polish will result in the same shine.
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