Many people feel car wax is like putting on lipstick. It is not necessary, but it sure does make you seem a bit more polished. That is not the case, however. Car wax should be compared to taking a multivitamin or putting on sunscreen. It provides protection for the painted surfaces of the car and prevents fading in those areas. Washing, waxing and keeping up with the maintenance on your car will increase its longevity.
Most auto experts recommend washing your car at least once a month. Things you drive through or park under everyday can damage the paint, if left on too long. If you do not wash off salt, bird droppings and pollen, they can cause corrosion or discoloration. (Do not panic if you see such areas after you wash your car, as some car wax can often remedy the situation.) If you are washing your car at home, make sure you use non abrasive cleaning mitts and a car safe detergent. Do not use dish soap. If you put your dirty wash cloth into the soapy water, it will put all that grime back in the soap. Rinse your dirty cloth before you put it in the soapy water. Thoroughly wash all areas where salt and other roadside accumulations may be. It is recommended to occasionally use a power washer to remove anything that might not come loose with regular washing. Just do not hold it too close to the paint. I, personally, prefer the at home method of car washing and avoid those power things. Use a microfiber cloth to wipe up any remaining water, when you are finished washing. Get the car wax ready, now that your car is dry.
Car wax comes in many varieties. There are natural ones and synthetic ones. If you use quality car wax, you will likely only have to reapply every two or three months. A soft pad for applying the wax and a soft clean rag for removing the wax are your only requirements, in addition to the wax. Working in sections, put the car wax on in a light layer. Once the wax clouds up, remove it with your clean cloth. Shake out the cloth a lot to avoid wax build up.
While you are washing and applying car wax, pay attention to any new scratches, dents or rust. Most things can be fixed and are not a big deal, unless you let them get out of hand. Take your car to a body shop to have those small things repaired, or do it yourself. Be certain to get oil changes, maintenance check ups, and recommended service. Your attentiveness to the needs of your car, as well as regular washing and car wax, will keep that car humming along for years to come.
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January 10th, 2009 at 8:32 pm
In light of all this, there are ways to cut down on spending and one little thing that can help stretch your money is washing your own vehicle.
If you would like to wash your car, you need to make sure you have all of the car wash supplies that you need. A source of clean running water is the first thing you will need to wash your car. Any backyard hose with a sprayer on it should work just fine. Make sure that you park as near the hose as possible so that you can be sure it will reach around your car.
January 12th, 2009 at 8:32 pm
The last step is to remove the car polish with a micro towel to get a brand new look.
The various components in the car polish perform different tasks such as dissolving and removal of oil and grime by the abrasive part and the shine and protection task done by the wax component. The water repellant property of the wax component helps protect your car paint from water. The question arises as to how often should someone polish a car. A two to three week interval is recommended between car polishing.
January 25th, 2009 at 8:39 pm
You do not have to go to a car detailing place like I did. In fact, I may be doing it at home to avoid any more embarrassing lectures from the car detail guys. There are so many different kinds of car wax out there and they all are dependent upon how you apply them and when. According to “Consumer Reports,” many of the less expensive types were just as good as the expensive ones.
To properly apply car wax, your car should first be clean and dry.
January 27th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
It can be applied professionally at a body shop or car wash or you can apply it yourself by rubbing it on the surface with a microsoft cloth.
Car polish should not be confused with a car cleaner polish. Car cleaner polish is used to remove bug splatter, bird droppings, and minor scratches. With car polish, the shine of your car is protected for as long as one year.
Apply car polish only after your car has been washed.
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February 15th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
The power of car wax has led to extreme makeovers that blend the line between the old and new. You must have always tried giving a shinny look that was only limited to show cars. Gone are the days when such polishing was only restricted to the large car dealers. Modern technology has led to the evolution of car wax that is cheap to produce. It is due to the mass production that the car wax is widely available to every one.
February 28th, 2009 at 8:57 pm
Car polish also seals the paint, making it less susceptible to corrosion. You should always begin waxing just after washing and drying your car.
Dry the car off, then apply the car polish one small section at a time to the exterior. You might want to test it on a section of the car that isn’t visible a few days before just to be absolutely certain that nothing bad will happen, for example, your paint rubbing off. I like to start at the top of the car and work down because there is a better chance of dirt being left on the bottom of the car.
March 3rd, 2009 at 8:58 pm
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March 11th, 2009 at 8:00 pm
You can easily apply the wax on your car. For ever lasting gloss of the car, instructions given with the product should be carefully followed.
For getting the effective results of the car wax some of the useful tips are as follows. Carnauba car wax is an effective wax and it is easily applicable as well. For using the car wax on regular basis, easily application is must.
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April 22nd, 2009 at 8:16 pm
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April 24th, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Carnauba Wax is more expensive but is better than the others because of its ability to stick and being easier to buff. However, hard work is still required during the application no matter how good the quality of the Car Wax is. Before applying the Car Wax, it is recommended to read the instructions on the package. Before starting doing the Car Wax, it is good to test the Car wax initially on a patch.
The car should be parked in a place that is not getting the direct sunlight.
May 17th, 2009 at 7:12 pm
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July 9th, 2009 at 1:32 pm
To tell for certain, watch how water beads on your car. If the drops are large or the water forms sheets instead of drops, your car needs a waxing.
What is the best way to wax a car?
First, wash and dry your car. The car should be absolutely dry before you start waxing. Water and wax do not mix.
July 14th, 2009 at 1:40 pm
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. Dip your dampened sponge into the wax, keeping a dollop the size of a half dollar coin on there.
Starting on one side of the car, rub the car wax on in small circular motions. Work your way around the entire outside of the car using these circular motions, reapply wax to your sponge when necessary.
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November 5th, 2009 at 6:21 am
The color of the car fades if the car wax is not applied on the car. For example, the people who do not use car wax generally claims that their red cars have turned into orange and the black cars have also faded. Moreover, car wax is also necessary to bring glossy look and to give extra protection to the car.
It is the chemistry of the combination of car wax and car paint which enhance the car protection. Without a car wax the car has thin clear coat of paint.
January 27th, 2010 at 8:37 am
In fact, car wax protects your car or vehicle from harmful rays, environmental pollutants and other damaging effects that tend to wipe out the original shine. The best way to car wax your car is by following a few important points. First wash your car thoroughly with clean water by using a hose and care should be taken that you keep the windows closed. Then wipe your car dry with the help of a dry cloth and if your car has a lot of dirt or soiled portions then you should do the process twice. Dry again by wiping with another dry cotton cloth.