Help with Sealants Vs Wax - Im a new guy..

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Bambino68

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Am better to use a sealant on my 2006 Mercedes E550 or my Zymol Concours wax. I was always told to stay away from sealants (IE: Liquid Glass) and to use wax.

Thanks in advance
 
There are some very nice sealants available today and they don't have to break your wallet. Today's sealants will leave the finish looking gorgeously wet providing the surface is properly prepped.........but that goes for wax too!
 
Sealants have come quite a ways. There are plenty of sealants and hybrid sealants that will easily outlast many quality paste waxes. It really depends on what type of gloss/finish you're looking for. For durability, I choose sealants most of the time. For looks, a nuba paste wax.
 
I do most everything by hand. Someone recomended to take it to a shop for the initial detailing, then do it all myself.
Anyone know a good shop in the western suburbs of Illinois?

Thanks for the quick replies.
 
Bambino68 said:
I do most everything by hand. Someone recommended to take it to a shop for the initial detailing, then do it all myself.
Anyone know a good shop in the western suburbs of Illinois?

Thanks for the quick replies.
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You'll be safer finding someone off this forum.

Detailers that hang out on forums know more than detailers that don't. Plus this forum works kind of like Angie's List in that it's self-policing.

If you start a thread like this,

Pro Detailer in Western Suburbs of Illinois


You'll be able to sift through any person's "Posting History" that replies and offers their service and you'll be able to tell right away from their posts if they know that they are doing or not.

You'll also get qualified recommendations from others on this forum.

I probably help 1-2 people a month find a Pro Detailer in their area and it all starts wit a thread posted to the forum.


Before you hire anyone to "touch" your car, read through this,


The story of 3 H's - Horrendous, Horror Story and Hack Detailers...



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You can easily do a great job by hand, just do the basics...

Wash
Inspect for bonded contaminants
Pre-clean paint
Apply Sealant


How to clay, clean and wax paint by hand with Pinnacle Paintwork Cleansing Lotion and Pinnacle Signature Series II Carnauba Paste Wax



Pinnacle Signature Series II premium Carnauba Sax does not need to dry; after applying to a panel, use a clean, soft microfiber towel like the Cobra Indigo Microfiber Towel and immediately remove the wax and then move on to applying to a new panel.
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This is a simple approach that leaves a protective coating on the paint while creating a clear, reflective finish with a deep wet shine.
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sealants offer longer protection (not necessarily better) and you will see more time between applications. Waxes typically look a bit nicer in a traditional sense but often need application more frequently. This is of course generally speaking.
 
Since you already have it, I'd definitely use the Zymol Concours on it.
 
For a really nice look, apply a sealant like Menzerna Powerlock, let it cure for half a day, then apply the Zymol Concours on top of it.
 
swanicyouth said:
For a really nice look, apply a sealant like Menzerna Powerlock, let it cure for half a day, then apply the Zymol Concours on top of it.
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Hey swanicyouth , you don t sweep the Menzerna , just go straight with the Zymol ! sorry , just a newbee trying to learn , thanx
 
sproketser said:
Hey swanicyouth , you don t sweep the Menzerna , just go straight with the Zymol ! sorry , just a newbee trying to learn , thanx
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No, you don't need to sweep the Menzerna. However, applying a sealant (like Powerlock) under a traditional carnuba wax (like Zymol) gives a better look and durability than either product alone in my opinion. You should try it!
 
swanicyouth said:
No, you don't need to sweep the Menzerna. However, applying a sealant (like Powerlock) under a traditional carnuba wax (like Zymol) gives a better look and durability than either product alone in my opinion. You should try it!
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Thanx for the comeback , I would need to buy them first ! lol , but took some notes .

Would this combo work on a freshly repainted car , met silver .
 
sproketser said:
Thanx for the comeback , I would need to buy them first ! lol , but took some notes .

Would this combo work on a freshly repainted car , met silver .
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You have to ask the painter how long he recommends letting the paint cure or "out gas". If it was "freshly painted" as in we are talking about a new car painted from the factory, you can wax or seal it immediately.

I feel you should have at least one good wax and one good sealant on hand if you are into detailing. There are a lot of great choices that aren't all that expensive. Also, you can get quite a long use out of a bottle of sealant, as you apply it very thinly. It may take less than 1/2 ounce to seal a whole car!
 
swanicyouth said:
You have to ask the painter how long he recommends letting the paint cure or "out gas". If it was "freshly painted" as in we are talking about a new car painted from the factory, you can wax or seal it immediately.

I feel you should have at least one good wax and one good sealant on hand if you are into detailing. There are a lot of great choices that aren't all that expensive. Also, you can get quite a long use out of a bottle of sealant, as you apply it very thinly. It may take less than 1/2 ounce to seal a whole car!
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Thanx , appreciated .
 
swanicyouth said:
You have to ask the painter how long he recommends letting the paint cure or "out gas". If it was "freshly painted" as in we are talking about a new car painted from the factory, you can wax or seal it immediately.

I feel you should have at least one good wax and one good sealant on hand if you are into detailing. There are a lot of great choices that aren't all that expensive. Also, you can get quite a long use out of a bottle of sealant, as you apply it very thinly. It may take less than 1/2 ounce to seal a whole car!
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Well , the painter told me 3 months , if i want a nice paint , he did a real nice job to the car , changed the back , nothing shows & I tried to find flaws , didn t work ! lol , so I ll have time to order these 2 fine products till then , thanx swanicyouth for the hint . :)
 
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