Learn how to properly apply wax to your car’s bodywork

Keeping your car's bodywork in perfect conditions both in the interior and exterior is now easier with DoctorWax's new products. In addition to taking care of the paint, they will manage to protect all of the parts in the best possible, even under extreme conditions or weather. For this purpose, liquid waxes have countless benefits such as always keeping the bodywork shiny as if brand new and avoiding the usual corrosion caused by the sun, rain or other environmental conditions.

From My Cars First, we want to give you a series of tips on how to properly apply wax so that you don't miss out on anything.

Apply wax step by step: basics to keep in mind

1. Clean your car

It is necessary to prepare the car well before applying the wax to guarantee a perfect finish that fulfills its function. Using suitable products and then drying the surface thoroughly is be something that you should not forget because otherwise, specially some water cracks remain, the wax could be easily removed from its place.

2. Choose a quality wax

Although there are several types of waxes from which to choose from such as paste or liquid, we recommend the second one for its great ease when applying and removing it. Keep in mind that if you choose one that has an easy application, it will not be necessary to use polishers in order to correctly spread out the product.

3. Have the right tools

Our recommendation in this regard is to use cotton rags or felts and not a sponge. You will definitely notice the difference in the application. In addition, you will have a better control of the excess liquid wax, something vital in order to achieve a perfect finish.

4. Clean and dry every piece of car that is not painted

You have to keep every part of the car in mind, including moldings and mirrors, assuring that they are properly be protected with a little polish to avoid them from drying out or spoiling.

5.Apply a light coat of wax

In this case, the saying that "less is more" works perfectly. Opt for a light layer of liquid wax avoiding excesses at all times.

6. Wax little by little

The ideal way of applying wax to the body of your car is to do it in small sections without letting it dry completely before removing it. Remember that the paint could be damaged if the wax is not completely dry. In the event that it came to dry quicker than normally, you could add a little more product to moisten it.

7. Do not rub in circles

It is common to hear that the best application is through circular movements, but the reality is that it will be easier for you to do it in linear motions both for when applying and removing wax.

8.Avoid the sun

Choosing a good place in the shade is essential for preventing the wax from drying too quickly. What is certain is that the light conditions must be adequate to avoid any residue, which, surely will end up drying out and hardening.

If you follow our recommendations and at least wax your car once a year, achieving a spectacular shine is much easier than it may seem at first glance. Remember that washing it often is important, but that applying the wax is vital to protect the outer layer of the your car.

In order to avoid possible damage, remember: waxing is not polishing

Sometimes and depending on each specific case, it is important for you to know that you may have to resort to a previous polishing in order to repair possible damages to the body of your car. If these are too deep, it is always advisable to repaint the damaged and / or affected area to achieve the best possible results. However, sometimes the best person to advise you will be a good professional.

Final concepts

As it has been pointed out previously, paste or natural waxes will always be more complicated to apply than a liquid wax. However, there are several tools to keep in mind:

• Special machine. Although wax can be applied by hand without any problem, there are very interesting machines that will pave the way for you, making the application even easier. 
• Micro foam applicators or microfiber cloths. These cleaning tools will help to obtain a more uniform application. On top of that, they are reusable, contributing to saving money and reducing waste.

Now that you know how to, it is time to face external agents such as dust, insects, rain, sun or hail, amongst many others, and return the original shine to your car.