I have read somewhere, maybe a previous thread or on a detailing web site, that to get a deeper look on the car that you can put a layer of wax on top of Zaino.

Is there anything to this? And would it be something you would recommend doing? And how does this affect future detailing efforts, ie. If I want to put on more layers of Zaino do I have to start from the beginning or do I just wait for the wax to breakdown, how does that work.

I hope I'm making sense, if not, wouldn't be the first time.

 

That was Brad4d who made the comment. Same question here.

 

Barrister, question makes perfect sense. Topping a polymer with a wax has been done for years by the real show car nuts. The reason is that you really do get the best of both worlds. The bright shine and protection of a polymer, and the wetter, warmer look of a wax. This combo is most noticeable on blacks and reds, where a wax really enhances the color.

Heres the few simple rules I would folow. If you do do this, investin a quality wax. I would snag S100 wax while you can (being discontinued), its the best deal around. Almost on par with Pinnacle Souveran in shine, but at $15. Look under motorcycle care at Properautocare.com. Topping a quality polymer like Zaino, Blackfire ect, with a crappy wax makes little sense. Also, apply the wax once the polyemr has cured. With ZFX and BF, you can do it right away as they are instant cure polymers.

Second, waxes tend to darken the color ever so slightly, some very little (S100, Pinnalce), and some more noticably. This affect if fine, almost desired on blacks and reds and dark blues, but on bright silvers the affect can go both ways.

Once you put a coat of wax on, its hard to put on another layer of polymer. The polymer wont "stick" to the wax on top. If the wax is mostly gone, then it might not matter, but you never know for sure. So heres what I would do. When your using the polymer, put on a few layers (2-3). That will last you for a while. Then apply the wax. Now a few washes down the road, you want a little more pop, re-wax. Waxng is incredibly easy with polymer underneith. Then, once or twice a year, its a good idea to prep the car again via "ABC" or claying, to get all the polutants that have acumulated. After prepping the car, start the process over again. Its sounds harder than it is.

 

Thanks Brad...you answered it exactly, i guess my Mequiar's 26 ain't going to cut it as a wax, need to get some S100!

 

26 isn't bad, but yes, if you are willing, S100 is much better.