Blackfire Crystal Seal

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Does BF Crystal sealant require A IPA wipe down before use?

What is the expected life span of BF Crystal Sealant?
 
You'll find everything you need to know about BLACKFIRE Crystal Seal in this article I wrote:

Blackfire Crystal Seal - The 11 Minute Paint Sealant

Nick@Autogeek said:
The key to success with Blackfire Crystal Seal is to apply it to a squeaky clean surface free of any contaminants. Clay as needed to remove bonded contaminants and use Blackfire’s Gloss Enhancing Polish to promote proper bonding of Crystal Seal. After the surface is cleaned and prepped, all you need is a microfiber or poly foam applicator. I’ve found that a microfiber applicator is ideal as it reduces the chance of streaking and provides a more thin, even coat.

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FWIW OP I found BFCS a superior product and I was coming from having tried and used up Zaino CS. Although ZCS was a great product I found BFCS to be that much better and it's less expensive as well. The ease of use will have you use the product a lot unless you have the restraint to not do so, I did not 😎

Enjoy this product, I did!

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Extreme Radiance said:
Does BF Crystal sealant require A IPA wipe down before use?

What is the expected life span of BF Crystal Sealant?
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Agree to read the details from AGO but, to be honest, BFCS changed the way I detail cars. It's impossibly easy to use. For a Daily Driver with regular washes 6 months is realistic.

However, if doing this professionally (truth be told, I'm only part-time) this is a hard to beat product. Customers will see mega shine, slick finish with great water beading. But what makes this king for business use is how fast it goes on. I can knock out a full-size SUV, paints / glass / plastics in less than 15 minutes. A small car in less than 10.

Even better, within an hour, you can add a 2nd layer and add a bit more longevity. For quick customer detail (no polish) I usually knock out the wash and nanoskin decon, inspect and hit any spots with old school clay the mitt missed, wipe down to remove remnants of old sealants, drop 1 coat of BFCS, hit the interior for a vacuum and cleaning, and hit a car with a 2nd coat before giving keys back to the owner. Saves me about an hour versus a wax and can do a Tahoe or like in 4 hours flat.

Another thing I have done that you might want to check out - search Blackfire Rapidfire combo (Total Polish and Seal AIO + BFCS)
 
One thing to keep in mind is that BFCS gives a "glassy" shine. I like it for lighter colored cars but not as much on dark colors where I like to see more depth and shimmer. Sometimes it will streak as well, which you can't see as well on lighter paint. Yes, these streaks will come off after the first wash, but it can be a little frustrating if you don't have time to give it 12-24 hours to wash before you give the car back. To help avoid streaks as much as possible, try to use only one spritz per panel and apply in a crosshatch pattern.

Longevity by itself is probably 3-4 months, which is why I usually use it as a topper over BFWD or TPnS.
 
LaFawnduh said:
Agree to read the details from AGO but, to be honest, BFCS changed the way I detail cars. It's impossibly easy to use. For a Daily Driver with regular washes 6 months is realistic.

However, if doing this professionally (truth be told, I'm only part-time) this is a hard to beat product. Customers will see mega shine, slick finish with great water beading. But what makes this king for business use is how fast it goes on. I can knock out a full-size SUV, paints / glass / plastics in less than 15 minutes. A small car in less than 10.

Even better, within an hour, you can add a 2nd layer and add a bit more longevity. For quick customer detail (no polish) I usually knock out the wash and nanoskin decon, inspect and hit any spots with old school clay the mitt missed, wipe down to remove remnants of old sealants, drop 1 coat of BFCS, hit the interior for a vacuum and cleaning, and hit a car with a 2nd coat before giving keys back to the owner. Saves me about an hour versus a wax and can do a Tahoe or like in 4 hours flat.

Another thing I have done that you might want to check out - search Blackfire Rapidfire combo (Total Polish and Seal AIO + BFCS)
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OK, I have a question. Last week I used the BFTPS then hit it with a coat of Mother's Synthetic wax. Can I use BFCS on top of the wax? Is that counter-productive? So many products, so much confusion :)
 
parshooter said:
OK, I have a question. Last week I used the BFTPS then hit it with a coat of Mother's Synthetic wax. Can I use BFCS on top of the wax? Is that counter-productive? So many products, so much confusion :)
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You can but aren't really "adding" much at that point. A synthetic wax is really just a watered down sealant in essence. You would have 3 coats of sealant and not sure the chemical work up of the mothers product and if it works in system with the BF tri-polymer blend.

You would honestly be better adding something with actual wax, like Midnight Sun, instead of another sealant if your goal is more depth or shine.
 
When applying BF Crystal Seal, besides the blue applicator pad that came with it, what else can one use to apply the product? The pad that came with it is worn out, so I am looking for a good alternative. Thanks.
 
marczem said:
When applying BF Crystal Seal, besides the blue applicator pad that came with it, what else can one use to apply the product? The pad that came with it is worn out, so I am looking for a good alternative. Thanks.
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The blue pad it comes with is a microfiber applicator pad - I have not had good results using other items. However, in reality, the applicator is just a short weave MF towel over a sponge. If you wanted to take a normal foam applicator and wrap it in a microfiber towel you accomplish the same thing.

However, I would not recommend a foam applicator without the MF wrap - it is more apt to mar the paint
 
marczem said:
When applying BF Crystal Seal, besides the blue applicator pad that came with it, what else can one use to apply the product? The pad that came with it is worn out, so I am looking for a good alternative. Thanks.
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You can get more here: Cruise Autogeek's collection of carefully selected applicator pads, brushes, & microfiber tools! wheel brush, tire brush, duster, pad, microfiber,

Or try Ultima Autospa Microfiber Applicator, applicator pad (default applicator for UPGP) or Extra Large Microfiber Applicator Pad.
 
marczem said:
When applying BF Crystal Seal, besides the blue applicator pad that came with it, what else can one use to apply the product? The pad that came with it is worn out, so I am looking for a good alternative. Thanks.
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I use the original pads that came with it wrapped with a simliar short-nap virgin, new/never used MF Towel and had perfect results. No matter how I wash or clean them, using a non-virgin towel doesn't seem to work and leaves streaks that need buffed off. Not a big deal really but still.

Hope that helps.
 
I just applied the BFCS on my impreza and it looks wonderful! Could I use meguiars premium quik wax in between washes for maintenance? Or do I have to stick with a BF product Wet Diamond Polymer Spray?
 
awdftw said:
I just applied the BFCS on my impreza and it looks wonderful! Could I use meguiars premium quik wax in between washes for maintenance? Or do I have to stick with a BF product Wet Diamond Polymer Spray?
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Personally I would and do stick with BFCS. Works great and protects very well.
 
awdftw said:
I just applied the BFCS on my impreza and it looks wonderful! Could I use meguiars premium quik wax in between washes for maintenance? Or do I have to stick with a BF product Wet Diamond Polymer Spray?
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I would stick with the Polymer spray. It is really good and the product like other BF products a little goes a long way. I find it the perfect companion to maintaining crystal seal. It contains the same polymers as the CS so it keeps it topped off and looking sharp. I use it every other wash and the CS is going strong.
 
So my normal maintenance is a RW followed up with a drying with D156. Would the D156 not be necessary or not work well with the crystal seal?
 
parshooter said:
So my normal maintenance is a RW followed up with a drying with D156. Would the D156 not be necessary or not work well with the crystal seal?
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won't be necessary. I use Crystal Seal on my Black Vehicles at least once per month. Perhaps overkill but that's the Autogeek in me :xyxthumbs:
 
D156 or UQW makes all LSPs look better and I'd never stop using either if that's what you have used before
 
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