How long should a paint sealant sit before buffing it off?

[randyh]

I've read somewhere that a sealant should sit somewhere between 30 & 45 minutes. This seems like a long time to sit before buffing off! Is this true?

[CEE DOG]

It depends on the sealant but thats generally correct. With most sealants longer is better.

A good sealant applied correctly comes off very easily after 45 minutes. By the time your finished with the entire car you can usually start back at the beginning buffing it off.

[Dr Oldz]

Agreed with the above. Any specific sealant you are talking about here?

[BobbyG]

[randyh]

DrOldz, it's WolfGang paint sealant 3.0

[randyh]

That's one step I failed to do on my truck. I buffed it off as u would do a wax. Now I know!

[Dr Oldz]

DrOldz, it's WolfGang paint sealant 3.0

Cee Dogs suggestion is spot on then! Applying very thinly(AKA as JTWO as I call it) will make removal a sure breeze!

[rider9195]

30-50 minutes. I will usually apply the sealant, clean the windows, dress the tires then wipe off the sealant instead of standing there and waiting for it.

[brentech]

I just re-polished my hood today. Reapplied WGDGPS since that's what was on before. Let it stay on for 45 minutes and then took off. Looks fabulous on black. Deep wet look.

What it DOESN'T say on the bottle, but AG's product page does, is that you need to make sure you don't get moisture on it for the next 12 hours so it can cure and protect the best. It's water sensitive, so don't leave it outside and let it get dew on it.

[LuxuryAutoSpa]

30-50 minutes. I will usually apply the sealant, clean the windows, dress the tires then wipe off the sealant instead of standing there and waiting for it.