Applying a Poly Sealant over Carnauba Wax?

[ProDetail]

Ok this may be a stupid question to most, and unfortunately I cannot find the answer in this forum. Is it ok to apply a Poly Sealant over Carnauba Wax?

I use both but I have never used both together, the reason behind this question is Old School vs New School. My father wants me to do his black BMW M6 and is an avid Carnauba fan. I agree with him that the deep warm gloss is unmatched but doesn't offer nearly the length of protectiveness as the poly sealants.

So as I cannot be the only one to question, can you get that same warmth and gloss in carnauba by applying a coat or two of poly sealant over it? Any feedback as usual is greatly appreciated.

[umi000]

I'd use it the other way around - sealant first for protection, then wax on top for look.

[Agfan]

Sealant always first. Sealants bond to the paint while waxes simpley sit on the paint. Therefore a sealant won't be able to bond to the paint if applied over wax.
Simple answer: no it will be a waste of product.
Hope this helps.

[ProDetail]

Immensely, but will you get that same warmth and deepness especially on a black paint through the paint sealant? If not then I dont see the point.

[Agfan]

Yes. A good wax will add the warmth and wet look to the paint. The best sealant that adds wetness to the paint is powerlock. Awesome stuff. I always do a sealant and wax on my customer cars.

[ProDetail]

Thanks Agfan. Appreciate the help.

[Agfan]

No problem

[tonysteve]

Yeah your wax is only as good as what's under it. So with that being said if you put a sealant on top of a wax it would wear off with the wax and never bond to the paint. Defeating the purpose of the lasting protection of a sealant.

[drbobbybones]

I'm gonna think a bit outside of the box here--you can use a wipe-on/walk-away sealant like Zaino Clear Seal or Optimum Opti-Seal on top of wax and make it last longer. It also changes the look of the wax, for better or worse.

I've never tried to put a traditional sealant on top of wax, but I bet it might work ok with a hybrid wax like Fuzion or Supernatural Hybrid. I'm intrigued to try this in the near future though...

[Agfan]

Then do it. As of now there is no proof that it does work over wax. Btw, intrigued? Really? Lol it's not a science project ya big nerd. Just say "hey I might try and see if it really works."