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Difference Between Car Wax and Polish

Detailed explanation of the difference between car waxing and polishing


Car waxing and polishing are two common vehicle maintenance methods. Although they have similar purposes, they have obvious differences in operation methods, effects and frequency. The following is their main comparison:


Operation methods and purposes


Waxing:


  • Purpose: Protect the car paint, increase the gloss, and prevent moisture and ultraviolet erosion.

  • Operation: Apply a layer of wax protective film on the surface of the car paint to fill small scratches and enhance water resistance and gloss.

  • Frequency: It is recommended to use soft car wax once a month to maintain the protective effect.


Polishing:


  • Purpose: Remove minor scratches and oxidation layers on the surface of the aerosol car paint and restore the gloss.

  • Operation: Use abrasives and polishing machines to smooth the paint surface through physical action and remove minor defects.

  • Frequency: It is not recommended to perform frequently, and the whole car is usually polished once a year.


Effects and influences


Waxing effect:


  • Make the vehicle look more beautiful, similar to the feeling of a new car.

  • Can eliminate minor scratches and maintain the gloss of the car paint.


Polishing effect:


  • Provides a high-gloss visual effect, making the car paint surface look brand new.

  • Can completely remove severe scratches and oxidation layers, and restore the original gloss of the car paint.


Comprehensive recommendation


Waxing: Suitable for daily maintenance, suitable for most car owners, especially those who want to keep the vehicle's appearance as good as new but do not need extreme gloss.

Polishing: Suitable for cases where there are obvious scratches or oxidation on the vehicle surface, or the owner wants the vehicle's appearance to be in the best condition.


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