Glaze before Coating?

[njarmstrong81]

I think I already know the answer to this but never hurts to ask.

So, in preparation for a coating application you polish your paint removing as many defects as possible. You then clean your paint off using a IPA/Cleaning solution to promote bonding of the coating.

It would mean then, applying a glaze for the purpose of gloss enhancing would be pointless as it would be removed with the cleaning step pre-coating, correct?

One would only really use a glaze if applying a sealant or wax over top.

[Just02896]

I wouldn't recommend a glaze before a coating. The coating will not last very long without a clean, oil, and filler free surface to bond to.

[WillWashesCars]

Don't glaze prior to coating. You have to ensure the surface is free from all oils and contaminates prior to coating. As sterile of a surface as possible.

[njarmstrong81]

Yeah that is what I figured as well. Cheers

[FUNX650]

Also:
"Cleanliness is next to Godliness"...

But I don't consider either IPA/cleaning-solutions:
Promoters/(catalysts?) in order for Coatings' to bond to paint.



Bob

[SeaJay's]

Definitely no glaze before Opti-Coat as others have stated.

Also, if you use Optimum polishes you do not need to use an IPA wipe down before application. I recommend doing an ONR wash prior to application as it helps ensure a nice smooth application surface. You can apply directly after polishing if you wish, but sometimes the paint can feel a little grabby with the applicator. An ONR wash makes the application go smoothly. I've been applying Opti-coat for 2 and half years now and use this method.

I've now gone to actually spraying Opti-coat pro as it lays on a thicker layer (uses a little more product), less touching of the car (great on soft clears), and much faster application.

[njarmstrong81]

Thanks. I've seen a video of the spray method, seems like a good idea for the reasons you stated.

[SeaJay's]

Thanks. I've seen a video of the spray method, seems like a good idea for the reasons you stated.

The spray method takes practice though and if your not skilled with spraying you can waste a lot of product. It took me some time to get the spray method down.

For your own personal vehicle if your planning to do the install I'd use the wipe method. As it's much easier and you won't waste product.

[allenk4]

DJ Mayo says glaze before coatings is a bad idea, BUT....glaze (EZ Crème) is a great idea before a sealant.

He indicates that EZ Crème has lots of cleaners in it, which I did not know.

I just know that it looks great underneath Wolfgang Deep Gloss paint Sealant. I have not seen any decrease in the longevity of the WGDGPS when used w/ EZ

[2shiny]

depends on what coating and glaze. You can use Wolf's Chemicals Shine & Glaze before applying Hard body as it leaves a good base for it.