![]() ![]() By blending different types of waxes together we can achieve different results like ease-of-use, clarity and color enhancement. We’ll also blend in oils that provide lubrication along with scents & colorants. To achieve the desired result we have to add solvents that the wax is soluble in. As you can see, it’s too hard to be spreadable and provide the protection we’re looking for. See the image below – this is what 100% carnauba wax looks like in its raw, refined form. You’ll frequently see marketing messages that claim a product to be 100% carnauba wax, but this is a little misleading as it’s typically referring to the purity of the wax in a specific product. The first thing to note is that wax you apply to your car is never in its 100% wax form. In the automotive world carnauba, montan and paraffin waxes are most commonly used, but there are synthetic variants as well. Wax serves as a protective, sacrificial barrier between your cars paint and the environment. Wax can be a diverse blend of materials that are referred to as "malleable solids" – basically a substance that can change form from a solid to a liquid at ambient or slightly elevated temperatures. In this write-up we’ll go over some of the common misconceptions, the definitions of each and hopefully help establish an understanding of how these terms are different and when it’s best to use each of them. Waxes, sealants & ceramic coatings have distinct advantages and are specifically suited for different applications. In a lot of ways that’s true, but as detailing technology continues to evolve, paint protection materials have become more advanced and distinct differences between these terms have begun to emerge. The question gets asked a lot: what’s the difference between a ceramic coating and a wax (or sealant for that matter)? It makes sense that there’s confusion around the topic – terms like these are often used interchangeably and most people were taught to understand that a wax IS A sealant and both of them are a form of coating. ![]()
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