temp for waxing

It gets tough to apply and remove when it is too cold

Plus it takes longer to cure in cold weather.

Can you? yes
 
From everything that I have learned here, the ideal temp is between 40-70*F.
 
Wouldn't hurt, if that's what you're asking. Can it be done? Sure, I suppose so. It will take longer to dry, you might have issues with streaking, and applying in cold weather may affect durability. I've used Collinite 845 in temps in the low 40's. It took about a half hour to dry, but it came off just fine. Word of advice, just do a panel first and see if you have any problems. Better to have trouble with just one panel than the whole car!
 
i've applied in 25 degree weather.only thing i've noticed is yes, it is hard to apply andcure time is a little longer, removing seems a little tougher too but it sure can be done, just takes a little more effort. me, i don't care, i wax every 3 weeks, even if it's 25 outside. my wife says i need to see a counselor haha.
 
Wonder if anyone realized that skippy-jack posted this on Valentine's Day like he was considering waxing his ride in below freezing temps instead of spending the day with is human Valentine.lol Just a thought.
 
CieraSL said:
Wouldn't hurt, if that's what you're asking. Can it be done? Sure, I suppose so. It will take longer to dry, you might have issues with streaking, and applying in cold weather may affect durability. I've used Collinite 845 in temps in the low 40's. It took about a half hour to dry, but it came off just fine. Word of advice, just do a panel first and see if you have any problems. Better to have trouble with just one panel than the whole car!
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I can't agree more and learned the hard way!
 

ShaunD said:
Wonder if anyone realized that skippy-jack posted this on Valentine's Day like he was considering waxing his ride in below freezing temps instead of spending the day with is human Valentine.lol Just a thought.
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The OP is from IL, where it prolly gets real cold in the winter.


I think the ideal temp for polishing/waxing is in between 45-85 degree's, preferably in between 60-80 degrees :xyxthumbs:



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How do people feel about spray waxes in cold weather. Cold meaning below 40 in this case
 

blackz said:
How do people feel about spray waxes in cold weather. Cold meaning below 40 in this case
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As long as whatever surface you're applying it to is clean, and you have enough clean mf's to wipe it down, it should be fine :xyxthumbs:




 
I've used 845 and OCW below freezing, in the sun. Even OCW gets pretty thick when cold, but worked well.
 
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