Want your car to shine? Waxing your car will make it look like new while also protecting it from the usual wear and tear. To protect your auto, it’s time to wax on and wax of!
Read to learn how to wax your car and detail it like a pro!
Get the Right Wax
First of all, you need the right tools for the job. There are tons of different car waxes, from dirt-cheap to ridiculously expensive. As a rule of thumb, aim for a synthetic wax product that has a reasonable price tag and comes in spray form or in a tub.
Synthetic wax will last longer and will protect the paint from UV rays and common scratches.
Clean Your Car First
Before you start applying the wax, you have to make sure that your car is as clean as it can be. You should only apply wax when your car is clean and dry. Otherwise, the wax will form clumps with the dirt and will look messy.
There are certain wax products that allow you to wax your car while it’s still wet. Those claim to give the same results even if you wax your car in rainfall. However, this is hardly necessary and might cause all sorts of complications!
Wax on, Wax Off
Now it’s time to wax your car. Work on a single area of your car at a time, and don’t move to another spot until you are finished waxing.
If you are using a tub, take your pad or waxing cloth and place a blob the size of your thumb. Apply the wax on your chosen area in brief, circular motions. Try to keep the size of the circles consistent and wax in a single direction to make sure you don’t miss a spot.
You should aim to apply a thin layer of wax on every exterior metal surface of your car. Avoid waxing headlights and tail lights and plastic components.
Let it Dry
After you have waxed the entire exterior, you should check the spot you waxed first. If you’ve done everything right, the first area should be dry or almost dry by now. Dry wax appears chalky, like a thin layer of white dust.
Don’t mess with the wax while it’s drying. Let it dry completely before removing it.
Remove the Wax
After the wax has completely dried, use a piece of cloth to remove the excess wax from the car. If you’ve done it right, your car should be glossy and shine beneath the chalky excess wax.
And we are done. Enjoy your newly waxed car!
Learn How to Wax Your Car and More
Now that you know how to wax your car like a pro, it’s time to take your auto game to the next level. Here at TheUSAutoRepair.com, we are your one-stop-shop for auto repair and maintenance articles.
In our blog, you will learn how to keep your car running and avoid common mistakes. We will also help you find your auto manual, or find a local repair shop you can trust!