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Q	Due to leakage in basement parking, white spots are developed on the car. How to remove the same? I tried with Car shampoo but in vain.
A	White spots are mineral deposits from the hard water in your basement. A car shampoo is not the likely solution. JOPASU Lime Scale remover is formulated to effectively remove lime scale (mineral deposits) or water spots from painted , chrome and glass surfaces. It removes the scale build up. Generally it is done after shampooing your car. For retaining the gloss of that area use one step compound Jopasu Fusion or apply Jopasu abrasive compound like J Cut/ J Cut+ etc. followed by Premium paste wax or One step polish wax. * Note: Always follow the procedure for using Lime Scale Remover.

Due to leakage in basement parking, white spots are developed on the car. How to remove the same? I tried with Car shampoo but in vain.

Q	I'd like to wash my car which is wax treated. Which product of yours is safe and will not strip this layer?
A	JOPASU provides three shampoos in DIY (Do-it-yourself) range. Bio Car Shampoo , Wash N' Wax Shampoo and Wash N' Shine Shampoo. All the three shampoos are ph-balanced. All are safe and will not strip the layer of wax if they are used in the right proportion mentioned in the description of the product. For you to retain the same shine which your car currently have, JOPASU Wash N' Wax would be the right choice.

I'd like to wash my car which is wax treated. Which product of yours is safe and will not strip this layer?

Q	Is Pressure Wash harmful for wax treated cars?
A	Pressure wash will not remove wax application from your vehicle in one wash, but can over multiple washes. To avoid stripping of wax, following is recommended: • Car should not be washed in sunlight • Use proper dilution of shampoo and water if using JOPASU Foam Wash • Do not use hot water. It will melt the wax • Keep a distance of two feet between the hose and car

Q	What is the best way to restore gloss to a dulled painted surface?
A	Lack of gloss on the painted surface can be caused by several factors: 1) Oxidation 2) Scratches 3) Lack of a Protective Coating. Oxidation is the dulling of the painted surface that occurs when the sun’s ultraviolet rays deplete the paint’s natural oils and resins. Scratches prevent light from reflecting uniformly, which limits gloss. In order to restore gloss, the oxidation and scratches must be removed. Once the surface is free of oxidation and scratches and any swirl marks caused by compounding are removed, a wax or paint sealant should be applied. It will protect the paint against further oxidation, level the surface and intensify the reflection of light.

What is the best way to restore gloss to a dulled painted surface?

Q	What’s the difference between a solvent-based and water-based dressing? I am confused which to use when,
A	Solvent-based and water-based dressings : These two category products are formulated to shine and protect vinyl, plastic and rubber surfaces. They each contain a shine agent (polydimethylsiloxane) that is delivered to the surface via a "carrier" i.e solvent or water which evaporates once applied. In Solvent-based dressing, if solvent is inhaled after evaporation it can be harmful to human body although masked with varied fragrances and hence are not used in the interiors of the vehicle. Water-based dressings are mild and used for Dashboard and Vinyl surfaces of car interiors. Solvent-based dressings are flammable, and should not be used on engines. They are best for the exterior parts of the vehicle. Solvent-based dressings are more durable since their solvents open the pores of the rubber, plastic or vinyl, which enables the shine agent to adhere to the surface. The shine agents in water-based products remain on the surface and, thus, rinse off more readily.

What’s the difference between a solvent-based and water-based dressing? I am confused which to use when,

Q	I use your Car Duster for wiping off the dust. I really love the product. But it gets too dirty within a span of 2-3 months.
A	Thank you for kind words. Car duster is used for wiping off the dry dust from your car. Before using the duster, one must shake well wipe the dust off your car, shake the duster well again and then keep the duster in the bag provided. Nonetheless, there will be dust attached to the strands as the strands are wax coated. A duster lasts for almost a year or more when its bought. Do not worry about the duster getting dirty. The dirtier it get, better it works. At some point of time when you see that duster has lost it capability of lifting the dust, you can wash the duster and use Duster Rejuvenator. Product details will entail the process of rejuvenating your duster.

I use your Car Duster for wiping off the dust. I really love the product. But it gets too dirty within a span of 2-3 months.

Q	The bird droppings were on my car and when I removed them there are marks or stains on the paint. what can I do?
A	Bird droppings are highly acidic! They should be removed immediately. Fresh droppings or recent droppings will be removed by shampooing the car. But droppings from long is tough and gives a stain or a mark on paint. Analyze the stain and marks and take the desired steps 1) Light surfaces etches caused by acidic bird dropping can be removed by compounding or in some case a light polish. 2) If the acid has eaten through the paint or into the protective coating, in some cases they can be wet sanded out by sanding sheets and buffed out with a good polish or a compound. 3) Neglected bird dropping that have severely damaged the paint could in many cases require you to repaint that area.

The bird droppings were on my car and when I removed them there are marks or stains on the paint. what can I do?

Q	What are the benefits of using a Wash Mitt or a Car Washing Sponge?
A	It's the washing process that inflicts most 'swirls' or light circular scratches to your paint. This is because tiny particles can get trapped between the face of a cloth and the paint surface. Wash Mitt or Car Washing Sponge helps in generating more lather or foam which helps in trapping of the dust or dirt particles inside the lather thus helps in scratch free removing of the dirt.

Q	What’s the best way to dry my car after washing?
A	Dry the car immediately when washing. Many people prefer a chamois to remove the bulk of the water, others prefer a thirsty cotton (lint free) towel. However, a microfiber towel is perfect for the final wipe to remove the last of the water without streaking, especially on glass. They are also great for the intricate surfaces of chrome or aluminium wheels. When drying, work from the top down and be especially careful on glass since any streaks left behind are highly visible. Do the horizontal surfaces first because they do not drain as evenly and then the vertical areas. Finish with the wheels and tires. Don’t forget to wash the towels so they are clean and soft for the next time!

What’s the best way to dry my car after washing?

Q	What is paint correction/restoration?
A	It is the process in which the imperfections in the car’s paint are to be removed. This process removes swirls, etching, oxidation and other day-to-day external pollutants from the paint’s finish. Unlike many of the “swirl remover” products that exist, we use only the products that can actually fix the problem, not just fill them in temporarily. Because we do not fill surface defects, but actually level the flaws with micro-abrasive polishes and clean quality-pads, the surface will stay looking great for a very long time, as long as it is kept clean the right way.

What is paint correction/restoration?

Q	Can I use these products in the sun?
A	We highly recommend using our products, and indeed all car care products in the shade. Using them on hot paint in the sunlight usually causes the evaporative ingredients in the formula to evaporate too quickly, before its job is done.

Q	What is a scratch, in reality?
A	A scratch is a fine indentation that can be seen by the naked eye due to the refraction of light. Picture a scratch as a very thin valley in your car’s paint. Each side of the valley is sharp and refracts the sunlight in such a way that it is visible to the naked eye.

Q	Why should I use a headlight restoration kit?
A	Clear vision is an important safety measure while driving. Over time, your headlights can become cloudy or hazy in appearance and can reduce your night vision ability by up to 80%*. Restoring your headlights is a cost effective way to improve your vision without having to replace any parts.

Q	Why do car finishes fade? How do you prevent it?
A	Paint is designed to reflect light, which creates a shine. UV light affects paint and the way visible light is reflected. If your car is washed regularly and kept indoors most of the time the shine will last for many years since there would be minimal oxidation or element damage to the finish that would stain, spot or dull the finish. To help prevent this from occurring, we recommend weekly washing with a product designed for washing cars, monthly waxing with a carnauba wax and full paint polishing every 4-6 months with a good quality polish. With this simple maintenance program, your paint will always look its best.

Why do car finishes fade? How do you prevent it?

Q	Can scratches be removed from my paint job without my vehicle having to be repainted?
A	Light surface scratches can be removed by compounding the surface of affected area. If scratches have only gone through one or two coats of clear, they can be wet sanded out. If scratches have gone completely thought clear coat, then the vehicle will have to be repainted.

Q	Why use car shampoo when I can use dishwashing detergent or lower cost car shampoos?
A	While the differences may appear to be almost non-existent, there is a large difference between a quality shampoo and regular dish washing detergent. The detergents they use have a pH that is different from that of shampoo specifically designed to work in harmony with automotive waxes and polishes. In the case of dish washing detergents, they cannot tell the difference between the oils that are food-based and wax. It looks at the two as one and the same and therefore will strip any wax or polish on your paintwork resulting in a loss of paintwork protection. Jopasu Shampoos are designed to work in conjunction with Jopasu range of waxes and polishes. It's highly gentle formula will not strip wax or polish but is formulated to remove dirt and debris on your vehicle body's paintwork.

Why use car shampoo when I can use dishwashing detergent or lower cost car shampoos?

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