The Benefits Of Waxing Your Car
When was the last time you took your car to an auto spa and applied wax to its body?
Mobile detailing experts recommend waxing your vehicle at least twice a year, preferably between seasons. Car waxing is an important part of auto detailing and can be done with either natural waxes such as carnauba or synthetic ones, each offering different benefits. Whether you do yourself it at home or call professionals such as Stuey’s Green Auto Clean, car waxing provides the following advantages
Giving a glossy finish
Car polishing should be followed by applying a coat of wax in order to finish the aspect of your car and make it look brand new. Wax brings out the color and shine of your car and combined with paint correction can make your vehicle look absolutely stunning. Most owners like to see their car looking good, and this motivates them to wax their car regularly. Even if you have your car waxed at an auto detailing shop, you can apply spray-on wax at home to maintain the polish between waxes and preserve the luster of your car for longer.
Protecting paint from the weather
Weather is one of the worst enemies of your car and yet you cannot avoid it. The most common culprits for paint damage are sun rays, ice, and road salts during the winter. Applying wax to your car is similar to applying sunscreen to your skin and prevents sun rays from damaging your vehicle.
A layer of wax will protect your vehicle’s paint from fading, discoloration, and oxidation. Rather than damaging your car’s clear coat paint, the various sources of damage will impact the wax, instead.
Protecting against scratches
Each time you travel down the road, your car’s paint is frequently exposed to small impacts from pebbles and flying debris. In time, these minor impacts add up and chip your paint, affecting the vehicle’s appearance.
Waxing not only improves the aspect of your car but also helps to preserve it. When car wax is applied, you have a thin layer of protection that prevents dirt particles from scratching your car’s paint. Dirt will rather slide off the body instead of grinding into the paint.
Keeping your car paint in good shape saves you money because having a paint job done on your car can be quite expensive. Automotive manufacturers recommend waxing your car regularly and including it in their scheduled maintenance.
Masking imperfections
No matter how much care you take for your car, wear and tear speak for themselves and leave a mark on your car's body. Many vehicle owners dread the idea of scratches in their car’s paint job, but they are quite common. We can minimize them, though, and reduce their number by using a protective coat of wax. At the same time, applying wax can make shallow scratches less obvious to the naked eye and work as a simple and effective alternative to replacing sections of your car’s paint layer.
Preventing water spots
A common issue ruining the aspect of your car is represented by water spots. When water collects on the surface of the car and evaporates, it leaves behind dirt and contaminants. But when the car is waxed, water beads up and rolls off your car, leaving it clean and impeccable.
Car wax creates a shield that also protects your car from other types of dirt, such as dust, pollen, tree sap, bird poop, and others. Instead of adhering to the car’s paint and becoming embedded into it, contaminants will sit on the wax layer and be much easier to clean off.
Improving resale value
The average person replaces their car every 6 years for various reasons. If you are planning to sell your vehicle, giving it a detailed car wash first can get you a better price for it. This is because the first impression the car makes on potential buyers is very strong. Also, if you take your car to a dealership to be traded, professional automotive estimators will consider factors such as mileage, condition of the interior, service records, and body and paint condition. At least half of these aspects can be improved with auto detailing, including car waxing. Moreover, regularly waxing your car prevents damage caused by road debris and small scratches and preserves its aspect for longer.
Some car owners are afraid that wax could be bad for their vehicles, but there is nothing further from the truth. In order to enjoy all the benefits of car waxing, you need to follow all the instructions on the waxing product package, such as washing your car properly first. The applicator and the buffing cloth should always be clean because rubbing dirt into your car paint can scratch it and destroy its finish.
Some people like to wax their car themselves. Taking care of their vehicle is a form of relaxation and seeing their car looking shiny and glossy is a huge reward. However, if you want to benefit from full auto detailing services or you lack the time and motivation to wax your car, you can always call Stuey’s Green Auto Clean. We are open every day, 9 am to 9 pm, and also provide interior auto detailing and truck detailing.
