Car detailing and car wax

04/30/09

Wax is the primary material to prevent the oxidation of the paint of an automobile. The protective layer formed by the car wax is only enough to save the paint from oxidation and it cannot form complete protection from all damage, such as bird droppings and scratches from heavy objects. For a natural shine and protection from the harsh environment there is nothing better than using car wax.

Waxing a car helps in forming a protective layer over the car which gives it great protection. This layer helps in covering minor scratches and stone chips by making them less visible. Car wax also reduces corrosion due to water as it forms a seal on the pain through which water cannot enter. Car wax has to be reapplied regularly and is not permanent. A good quality car wax generally stays on for around 3 to 4 months thus reapplication of car wax every 3 months would be optimum.

Before a car is waxed it is preferred to get it buffered with an electric buffer to remove minor scratches and nay irregularity in the paint, after buffering only it is advisable to wax the car which should be repeated every three months. The requirements to wax your car, is a good quality wax, a clean towel and a small sponge. Ensure that you car is clean and dry before you initiate the process of waxing your car. Be careful as to take a non abrasive car wax so as to not damage your car. Advisably you should go through directions provided on the package itself and test the wax on a small area first so as to check if it is right for your car.

If you choose a liquid polish, it should be shaken so as the liquid is mixed thoroughly and then it should be applied on a sponge which then is to be applied all over the car evenly. A general approach is to start with the top and move the bottom panels subsequently as it is known that the bottom panels of a car are always dirtier. It is advisable to apply a thin layer evenly all over the car and care should be taken that the layer is not too thick which could reduce the lustre of the car. Only use car wax on the painted, metal bits and avoid touching the rubber, glass and other parts which will get spoilt if wax is used on them.

After letting the car wax be for a minute or two, buff it with a cloth which will give it a nice natural shine. Waxing the car is considered very beneficial in the long run as it helps in reducing scratches and gives the car a nice shiny lustre.