Proper paintwork protection reduces the risk of the paint on your car fading, peeling or oxidising over time.
Difference between car wax and paintwork protection
Car wax and paintwork protection are both products that effectively protect the car’s paintwork and panels, but they differ slightly in terms of composition and function. Both products give your car shine and a water-repellent surface, but car wax typically also produces a smooth surface coating on the paintwork whereas paintwork protection only provides shine and protection.
Car wax
Car wax is usually a paste or liquid product that protects the paintwork from external stresses such as oils, road salt, dirt and UV radiation. Car wax usually does not give new shine to an already matte surface, but enhances the shine that already exists by filling irregularities in the paintwork.
Paint protection
With high-quality paintwork protection, which can include, quick sealant, quick shine, or ceramic paintwork protection, you improve the car paintwork’s ability to shine and resist external factors such as UV radiation and rust, and also make the car easier to wash.
Frequently asked questions about car wax and paint protection
What’s the difference between car wax and paintwork protection?
Both car wax and paintwork protection add shine and a protective coating to your car. Car wax also evens out irregularities in the paintwork, which paintwork protection does not do. Paintwork protection lasts longer than car wax, but can be a little harder to apply.
When should I use car wax and paintwork protection?
In general, car wax gives more depth to the paintwork and covers small scratches but does not last as long. Paintwork protection, on the other hand, produces stronger protection and better runoff. Paintwork protection often comes in spray form, making it easier and faster to treat your car.
