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Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
Hey All,
So I've been trying several things, but I really haven't been too pleased with the results so far.
I have a Pearl White car... and looking for the best (and long lasting) wet looking wax/sealant.
I currently use JaxWax liquid carnauba wax every few months, and weekly use Meguiars X-Press spray wax.
Currently not using a sealant.
I use ONR waterless wash roughly every week to clean the car.
Sealant:
I've been reading and it seems a lot of people are pleased with the way Wolfgang Deep Gloss Sealant 3.0 works (deep wet look & lasts roughly 6-months)
If you guys had to pick a deep color wet-looking SEALANT which lasts a long time... which would you pick?
(don't care about water beading)
Weekly Waxes:
I was hoping to use a really quick liquid carnauba or synthetic spray wax... but not sure which one would give that nice deep-gloss and wet look.
Any suggestions?
(don't care about water beading)
The plan is to use a deep-gloss sealant 2-3 times per year... and use a wax as a routine protectant.
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Re: Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
Have you tried switching to ONR wash and wax to maintain the wax look? It leaves behind an amazing wax look that lasts a month or two without any toppers.
As for sealants WG as you mentioned comes to mind as well as Jescar power lock or even stick with Optimum and try Opti seal. Also a great product that leaves a wet look.
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Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
When's the last time you "cleaned" aka clayed & polished the paint? That's the 1st place you should start when looking to achieve a wet shiny look on pearl white paint.
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Re: Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
Originally Posted by Dredogol
I currently use JaxWax liquid carnauba wax every few months, and weekly use Meguiars X-Press spray wax.
Currently not using a sealant.
Yes you are using a sealant. Lol.
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Re: Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
Well I have been super happy with Blackfire Wet Diamond All Paint Sealant, McKees 37 Hi Def Sealant and Griot's PolyWax. All make the Paint slick as can be (assuming you've already properly decontaminated and prep'ed the Paint). Once you apply and remove it, you will be amazed at how slick Paint can feel, and stays that way for a long time. Slight edge to Hi Def for Paint slickness and gloss level. Although you mentioned water beading wasn't a concern for you, you will be more than happy in that regard as well.
As far as a spray topper for weekly washes, Blackfire Carnauba Midnight Sun, McKees 37 Fast Wax, Pinnacle SouverN Spray Wax, Pinnacle Crystal Mist, Griot's Spray On Wax or Griot's Best of Show Detailer are all on my shelf and any would mKe an excellent weekly topper. Your car will look amazing with that routine.
Good luck,
ScottH
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Re: Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
What kind of car is it? Do you have a DA polisher?
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Re: Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
After you have completed whatever
decontamination and polishing steps
that you have deemed necessary...
Use this product for Gloss Galore!
McKee's 37 Jeweling Wax For your dual action or rotary polisher.
Bob
"Be wary of the man who urges an action in which he himself incurs no risk."
~Joaquin de Setanti
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Re: Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
Originally Posted by Eldorado2k
When's the last time you "cleaned" aka clayed & polished the paint? That's the 1st place you should start when looking to achieve a wet shiny look on pearl white paint.
I have a pearl white Prius. It wasn't until I decontaminated with clay before I got the look you are seeking. 476s and weekly ONR&W with Optimum spray wax on the horizontal surfaces. I wash weekly.
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Re: Best Wax/Sealant for "Wet Look' for "Pearl White" car?
Forgot to mention... the car is a 2017 Civic Hatchback - Orchid White.
Originally Posted by idriveblackcars
Have you tried switching to ONR wash and wax to maintain the wax look? It leaves behind an amazing wax look that lasts a month or two without any toppers.
I don't have the wax version because I also use it as a clay lube and need a non-wax version in case I need to do any paint correction.
I still use a IPA solution, but no wax makes it easier.
Originally Posted by Eldorado2k
When's the last time you "cleaned" aka clayed & polished the paint? That's the 1st place you should start when looking to achieve a wet shiny look on pearl white paint.
I clayed the hood several weeks ago when I self-installed 3M PPF on my entire hood ($150 total! ).
I do need to clay the side panels and door... can feel it pretty rough like sand paper in certain areas.
Plan on doing that once I decide on a Sealant to buy.
Originally Posted by ScottH
As far as a spray topper for weekly washes, Blackfire Carnauba Midnight Sun, McKees 37 Fast Wax, Pinnacle SouverN Spray Wax, Pinnacle Crystal Mist, Griot's Spray On Wax or Griot's Best of Show Detailer are all on my shelf and any would mKe an excellent weekly topper. Your car will look amazing with that routine.
Have you ever tried Meguiars X-Press Spray Wax before?
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