Polishes / Waxes / Glazes

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	How often should I wax my vehicle?
A	Waxing frequency depends on the type of wax or protectant (paint sealant) you use, the climate you live in, the shampoo you to wash your vehicle, usage of pressure for washing etc. Always check the Product description and characteristics to check whether the product is only natural wax or having silicon polymers. Wax coatings usually can last upto 4-6 weeks and protective coatings from 12 to 15 weeks. A complete ultra pack treatment will last upto a year. It is essential to follow the basic points listed below: 1. It is critical to ensure that the paint is free of dirt, tar, grease, and other surface contaminants before applying wax or protectants. Neither wax nor protectant will adhere to a dirty surface. 2. Constant exposure to bright sunlight will accelerate wax and protectant deterioration. Harsh weather conditions like rains, hail storms loosens the chemical bonding of the sealant with the surface. 3. When washing a freshly-waxed surface, be sure to use appropriate car shampoo like Wash N Shine Shampoo, Bio Car Shampoo or Wash N Wax Shampoo.

How often should I wax my vehicle?

Q	How do I remove small scratches and swirl marks?
A	For removing swirl marks use Jopasu One Step Polish wax, Jopasu Fusion or Juggernaut Cut and Glaze. Use the products by circular polisher or by hand in a circular motion.

Q	Is liquid, paste or spray wax best? You have 'one step polish wax', 'premium paste wax', 'silicon polish' and 'spray wax'. So confused which to buy.
A	A liquid or paste wax will give the best protection and is simply a matter of preference for use. Spray waxes are great in when you are short on time, and they also act as a great "booster wax".

Q	What is the best wax to protect my new car?
A	For the new car the best treatment would be to give the Ultracoat treatment. It will give the best protection for your car.

Q	What is Carnauba wax?
A	Carnauba wax is created from the Copernicia Prunifera palm tree leaves, which grows in Brazil. The dried palm fronds are beaten and then refined into wax. Carnauba wax polish has become one of the most used and popular forms of car wax. Carnauba car wax has a long lasting effect and benefit to the exterior paint on your vehicle. Owing to its hard wearing properties, it is favored among many other waxes available.

What is Carnauba wax?

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	What is the difference between PAINT SEALANT and WAX?
A	PAINT SEALANT forms a clear chemical bond that protects the finish of the vehicle and maintains that new car appearance. It is guaranteed to keep its shine for at least one whole year with proper maintenance. WAXES leave microscopic layers of fine wax particles providing deep shine and protection. With regular maintenance and care, the deep shine can last for 3 to 4 washes (using of household detergents and caustic based shampoos will strip-off the wax).

What is the difference between PAINT SEALANT and WAX?

Q	What is the difference between polishing and waxing?
A	POLISHING is designed to bring out the gloss. WAXING is for protection. Polishing is what makes the wet-look, deep gloss possible, especially effective on dark-colored cars. How long a wax lasts depends on a variety of factors such as the environment and how the surface is prepared.

Q	What is a glaze?
A	When applied before waxing or sealing, glaze helps hide minor scratches, spider webbing, swirl marks and other surface imperfections. It enhances clarity and shine, while giving darker coloured paints that deep, wet look. If left unprotected, a glaze will not last long. It therefore needs an immediate coating of protective wax or sealer to truly have long lasting benefit.

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?