Car care gear
Choose wax or sealant for clean paint, then manage winter dust and damp with gentle washing, careful drying and sensible parking.
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Wash away grit before applying wax or sealant to clean, cool paint. Choose a product compatible with the finish and follow its curing instructions; protection does not replace washing.
Ask the refinishing workshop when that particular paint system can be protected. Do not assume a generic waiting period applies.
Only use products specifically approved for that finish. Ordinary gloss wax or polishing can alter its appearance.
Clean it according to its instructions and inspect for embedded grit. Keep applicators separate from wheel-cleaning equipment.
Not automatically. Polishing removes or refines material and should address an identified defect, rather than become a routine preparation step.
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