How To Wax Your Car | Autoblog Details
Generated guide based on video: Watch on YouTube
Materials Needed
- clean microfiber towel
- foam applicator pad
- sealant
- Carnuba wax
- clay lube or car wash soap
- decontaminating clay
- spray wax or quick detailer
- horse hair brush
Outcome: A well-protected and shiny car paint finish
Steps
Step 1: Prepare the Car Surface
Ensure the paint is clean and free of contaminants by washing and drying the vehicle. Feel for any bumps or rough spots and use clay with lubricant if necessary.
Shows the process of washing and drying the car to prepare the surface.
Step 2: Apply Sealant
Ensure the paint is cool and out of direct sunlight. Apply sealant to a foam pad and spread it evenly in straight lines on one or two panels at a time.
Demonstrates applying sealant with a foam pad in straight lines.
Step 3: Remove Cured Sealant
After one or two minutes, remove the cured sealant with a clean, dry microfiber towel, refolding it as needed.
Shows the removal of cured sealant with a microfiber towel.
Step 4: Inspect and Clean Details
Inspect emblems, door seams, keyholes, and trim for any remaining sealant. Use spray wax or quick detailer and a horse hair brush to clean any residue.
Illustrates inspecting and cleaning details with a brush and spray wax.
Step 5: Apply Carnuba Wax
Allow the sealant to cure for 3-4 hours, then apply a thin layer of Carnuba wax for extra shine. Remove it with a clean microfiber towel.
Demonstrates applying and removing Carnuba wax for a shiny finish.