Car detailing can be a lot of fun, but it’s important to take care of your car in the right way. One of the most important aspects of car detailing is waxing. When you wax your car, you protect it from dirt, dust, and other elements that can damage it over time. And whether you use Meguiar’s or another brand of wax, there are certain times when you should be using it. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the different times you should wax your car and why.
What is waxing?
Waxing is a process of removing the wax build-up on car surfaces. Waxing can be done every 6 months or every 3 months, depending on how much wax is built up and how frequently the vehicle is used. Meguiar’s recommends using their DA detailing clay to remove any wax before waxing to avoid removers and residues.
Types of waxing
There are many types of waxing, some more popular than others. Here is a breakdown of the most common types:
Waxing Hair Off The Body: This is the most popular type of waxing and it involves quickly pulling off hair from the entire body. It is easiest to do on dry skin but can also be done on wet skin.
Waxing eyebrows: Waxing eyebrows can be done in one of two ways – with a wax stick or with an eyebrow shaper. With a wax stick, you simply place the stick against the brow and heat it up until the wax begins to melt. Then, using your fingers, you spread the melted wax into thin strips that you attach to each other with a strip of tape. Finally, you pull the strips off one by one. With an eyebrow shaper, you apply hot wax to the brows and then use your fingers to shape it into arches or Bendies (the latter is also called micro bikini).
Waxing Legs: Waxing legs usually starts at your ankles and moves up towards your knee. To do this type of waxing, you will need hot wax, a cloth strip for buffing (called a pumice stone
Benefits of waxing
Waxing can be a great way to keep your car looking clean and shiny. Here are some benefits of waxing:
-It can help remove dirt, dust, and other obscuring particles from your car’s surface.
-It can also help polish your car’s finish.
-It can make it easier to clean your car.
-And it can make it look nicer.
How often to wax a car
Most people think that waxing a car is a necessary evil – something that they have to do every six months or so to keep the paint looking good. But actually, you can go between two and four months without waxing your car depending on the climate and type of weather you experience.
If your climate is mostly dry, then you can go up to four months without waxing. However, if your climate is humid, then you’ll need to wax more frequently. For example, in Houston, Texas, we experience high humidity levels throughout the year which means that we need to wax our cars more often than someone living in a dry climate.
There are also other factors that can affect how often you should wax your car. If your car is covered in a clear coat of paint, then you won’t need to wax it as often because the clear coat will protect the paint from oxidation and corrosion. On the other hand, if your car has a single stage of paint (meaning there isn’t a clear coat), then you’ll need to Wax it at least once every two months.
Waxing tips for beginners
If you’re a wax newbie, these tips will help you make the most of your waxing experience.
When you’re getting ready to wax your car, it’s important to know how much wax to use and how often to apply it.
To start with, give the entire vehicle a good coat of polish (preferably one that specifically addresses waxes and paints). Allow the polish to dry completely before starting on the wax.
Now, use these guidelines as a guide for how much wax to use:
-For smaller areas like the door jambs and wheel wells, use about a dime-sized blob of wax.
-For larger areas like the hood or whole car, use about three quarters of a dollar-sized blob.
-Using too much Wax can result in a heavy shine that can be difficult to remove. Use just enough so that the area feels smooth but isn’t watery or greasy.
Waxing tips for experts
If you want to wax your car, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. One of the most important is to use the right wax for your car’s finish. Follow these tips for using the best wax for your car:
#1: Use a quality wax. Meguiar’s always recommends using a quality wax with their products. This means choosing a wax that is formulated for your specific type of finish and severity of scratches, swirls or marring.
#2: Make sure the Wax is thinned correctly. When applying wax, be sure to apply it evenly and thinly. Apply only enough wax to cover the surface that needs protection and then wait until it has hardened before buffing off any excess.
#3: Get thorough coverage. Waxing shouldn’t just be a quick fix; it should be done properly so that all areas of the vehicle are covered. To get optimal results, focus on lower areas first such as around wheel wells and under car panels, then work your way up towards the higher areas including door jams and trunk lids.
#4: Be patient while Waxing Car Meguiar’s recommends waiting two hours between applications of any polish
Conclusion
Personally, I wax every three to four weeks. That’s just how my body reacts and it has always worked for me in the past. If you’re happy with the results of waxing every two weeks or less, then go for it! However, if you want your car to look its best and maintain a high-gloss finish, then Wax Meguiar’s recommends waxing every three to four weeks. So which frequency is right for you? It really depends on your own skin type and how often you tend to get waxes done in general.