What do you use to remove dust on car?

[sito]

What do you use to remove light dust on car? This dust accumulated after a wax job

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[cleanmycorolla]

Waterless wash.

[Nick McKees37]

A quick detail spray or waterless wash will do the trick.

Here is an article I wrote that goes in-depth between the differences of a quick detail spray and a waterless wash.

The Definitive How-To Guide for Spray Waxes, Quick Detail Sprays & Waterless Washes (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/49299-definitive-how-guide-spray-waxes-quick-detail-sprays-waterless-washes.html)


Here is my definition of a spray wax, quick detail spray and a waterless wash.


Spray Wax: A product containing protective properties to protect and beautify the surface that it's designed to be applied to (ie: paint). A spray wax (sometimes referred to as a "spray sealant") is designed to be applied to paint that's squeaky clean and free of any dust, dirt, or contaminants. A quality spray wax will easily yield 3-4 months of stand-alone protection. A spray wax (spray sealant) is often used as a "booster" over an existing wax, sealant or coating.

Nick's Favorites:


Pinnacle XMT 360 Spray Wax (http://www.autogeek.net/xmt-360-spray-wax.html)
Optimum Car Wax (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-spray-wax.html)
Wolfgang Deep Gloss Spritz Sealant (http://www.autogeek.net/wolfgang-deep-gloss-spritz-sealant.html)



Quick Detail Spray: Just as the name implies, a quick way to touch up your vehicle's finish. A quick detail spray often contains carnauba or polymers (some contain both!) to spruce up your vehicle's appearance. A quick detail spray is often used after a wash to boost the shine. Most quick detail sprays can also be used to remove light dust (don't worry, we'll get more into that later). While a quick detail spray can contain carnauba or polymers, they don't provide too much paint protection, like a spray wax does. Lubricants ensure you don't scratch the finish as you wipe away dust.

Nick's Favorites:


Pinnacle Crystal Mist (http://www.autogeek.net/pincrysmis.html)
Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-instant-detailer-17oz.html)
Blackfire Midnight Sun Instant Detailer (http://www.autogeek.net/blackfire-midnight-sun-instant-detailer.html)



Waterless Wash: A waterless wash (often referred to as a "spray on car wash") contains an advanced blend of lubricants and cleaners designed to safely lift dirt and soil from your vehicle's finish without scratching. Spray on, wipe with a plush microfiber towel, buff, and the car is clean. Most waterless car wash products don't contain any protective properties and will not leave a shine that a true Auto Geek is satisfied with. Follow up with a spray wax so you can sleep at night.

Nick's Favorites:


BLACKFIRE Wet Diamond Waterless Wash (http://www.autogeek.net/blackfire-waterless-wash.html)
Optimum Opti Clean Cleaner & Protectant (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-opti-clean-cleaner.html)
Detailer's Waterless Auto Wash (http://www.autogeek.net/waterless-auto-wash.html)


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Now the question: "How dirty is too dirty for a quick detail spray?" begs to be answered. Light dust. That's your answer. A quick detail spray can be safely used to remove light dust. What is light dust? Light dust accumulates from the vehicle sitting inside or outside.

Don't confuse light dust for a film of dirt. That layer of light dust that can so easily be whisked away with a quick detail spray will turn into a film of dirt the next morning. Why? Dew. What is dew? Dew is moisture condensed from the atmosphere, especially at night, and deposited in the form of small drops upon any cool surface. (dictionary.reference.com).

By the next morning that harmless layer of light dust is now a film of dirt. What does that mean for you? You just need to change products, that's all. Once the layer of dust has transformed into a film of dirt, the correct product to use at this point is a waterless wash.

I performed an experiment on Max's Vette to demonstrate the difference between light dust and a film of dirt. I cleaned the vertical panels early in the morning and let them accumulate dust throughout the day, while the rear deck was beyond light dust, and had an actual film of dirt on the paint.

Swiping my finger on the rear deck.




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The translucent yellow lines running parallel with each other show the path of my swipe. As you can clearly see, the area where I swiped my finger is cleaner, but not clean. This is because there is a film of dirt on the paint. If I were to use a quick detail spray at this point on Max's Vette, I could potentially scratch the finish.

You should know: Scratching the boss's car isn't the best way to ensure a paycheck the following week.



http://autogeekonline.net/nick/New%20Quick%20Detail%20Article/DSCN1927-w-lines.jpg



Swiping my finger on the rear quarter panel that was cleaned earlier that morning.




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Like before, the translucent yellow lines show the path of my swipe. As you can clearly see, the area where I swiped my finger is clean. Dew has not had a chance to form yet, meaning the light dust is still just light dust. It's not a film of dirt. I could safely use a quick detail spray at this point.




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[Fabian922]

What do you use to remove light dust on car? This dust accumulated after a wax job

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I would use a quick detailer if it is not too much dust, if more then use waterless wash.

[Desertnate]

My cars are all a dark color, so I use a waterless wash. I'll use quick detailer on bird droppings or other small spot cleaning needs.