A great example here is a carnauba wax. Does a carnauba wax last as long as a full polymer, sealant or ceramic wax? Sometimes a wax is formulated to perform better in a specific situation too. When a car is freshly painted it needs to fully cure and outgas before you seal it with a wax or sealant. Part of it has to do with the silicones in waxes, and most of the waxes out there have silicone in them. M fills that niche in the professional market allowing a body shop to apply it to get some additional shine and protection on the paint while still allowing the paint to breathe and cure as it should.
One last reason we produce so many different waxes simply comes down to personal preference. Some grew up using paste waxes, so they are more comfortable with a paste wax making it their format of choice.
Nov 15th, , AM 2. Re: Why does Meguiar's offer so many different waxes? Ganesa, Toyota Vios '05 Theres a difference in a person who has to do it and a person who wants to do it. Nov 15th, , AM 3. Love it love it love it! I think this will help a lot of people out when it comes to picking out a wax.
Nov 15th, , PM 4. But the REAL reason Meguiar's offers so many waxes is because suckers like me will buy it by the case. Sadly- I anxiously await the NEXT new wax they will certainly release so I can buy TWO cases of it one for me and one to give away to unsuspecting souls that will soon see things my way Nice write-up Mike!
Nov 15th, , PM 5. Originally Posted by Kevin Brown. Nov 15th, , PM 6. Michael - great thread, thank you. Nov 15th, , PM 7. Originally Posted by gjohn Nov 16th, , AM 8. Thanks for such an informative post, Michael! I have a question: are all those waxes good for fiberglass surfaces?
I need to wax a small boat's hull made of fiberglass. Are silicone-based products O. Thanks for your help. On a side note, I've always found it strange that Meguiar's calls some of their products "Polish Waxes" and then states that "They offer no cleaning ability and are therefore abrasive free".
Do they contain chemical-only paint cleaners, then? Moderate to heavily oxidized gel coat will require more intense measures. Depending on the severity, the object is to remove the layer of oxidized gel coat which will require a cleaner or compound. After the oxidation has been removed, follow with a high gloss polish to restore gloss, and then a long-lasting wax to protect the newly restored finish.
A simple, 3-step system can be found in Meguiar's Fiberglass Restoration System, which includes a cleaner, polish and wax.
Vinyl surfaces such as seats, pads, sidewalls, fenders, rub rails, etc. If they are not properly cared for, they can deteriorate and become unattractive. It's important to clean your vinyl often to remove ingrained dirt and grime with a product like Meguiar's No. Heavily soiled surfaces might require a stronger cleaner and scrubbing with a nylon brush.
Vinyl also needs protection from the elements such as the sun's ultraviolet rays. It's important to frequently apply a vinyl protectant to keep the surface from fading and cracking. Modern gel coats and LP coatings are harder and more water resistant than automotive paints. Their unique chemical compositions demand special ingredients that are specific to these marine uses and formulated for use in marine environments.
Automotive products, although safe, will not achieve the same high quality results on boats or RVs. Clear plastic surfaces such as windshields, bridge enclosures, dodgers, cockpit curtains and portholes are easily scratched and dulled, obscuring visibility. This problem is aggravated when the wrong cleaning products are used. To restore clarity to dull and scratched surfaces, it is essential to use a cleaner specially made for clear plastic surfaces.
To help protect against re-scratching, apply a safe polish like Meguiar's Clear Plastic Polish frequently.
This will help to keep the surface protected against the elements. The metal surfaces on your boat are extremely important in your maintenance program. Rusting and corrosion not only destroy the appearance and performance of metal parts, but also stain surrounding surfaces. To clean all metals including chrome, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and magnesium, Meguiar's makes an All Metal Polish that cleans and brightens the surface and applies a light layer of protection from corrosion.
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