The use of car wax

12/02/08

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. Car wax also gives your vehicle a natural shine and saves it from harsh environment.

Car wax forms a thin transparent layer over the cars exterior paint thus forming a primary protection against any harm caused to the automobile. Though car wax does not provide complete protection from scratches in any it does make them less visible which is very beneficial. 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. 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 essentials to start waxing your car is wax, a clean soft towel and a small sponge. Also your car needs to be clean and dry before you start waxing it. It is advisable to ensure you buy a non abrasive car wax so your car does not get damaged in any way Read the directions clearly given on the package and first test it on a small area.

While using liquid car wax, first shake the bottle well, and put small amount of the wax on the sponge to apply evenly on the car. 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. Car wax if used regularly is considered beneficial for the car as it reduced scratches and gives the car a nice shiny look.