Spray waxes/sealants

[TboneS54]

I use Wolfgang uber ceramic spray coating. For me. It's good for 6-9 months, but because of its quantity, I don't mind, and you can reapply every so often. I think cancoat is better for the same basic price.

I also agree about annual polishing. I'm almost at a year on my 3 year gyeon coating, and I'll want to polish the car (lightly) again before too long. But for $65, I don't mind at all, and I get a product that is better looking, more chemically resistant, better hydrophobic. I just use it for 12 months. Not 36.

[Ralph III]

Originally Posted by TboneS54

I use Wolfgang uber ceramic spray coating. For me. It's good for 6-9 months, but because of its quantity, I don't mind, and you can reapply every so often. I think cancoat is better for the same basic price.

I also agree about annual polishing. I'm almost at a year on my 3 year gyeon coating, and I'll want to polish the car (lightly) again before too long. But for $65, I don't mind at all, and I get a product that is better looking, more chemically resistant, better hydrophobic. I just use it for 12 months. Not 36.

Thanks for those details Tbone and I'll have to check into Cancoat. In what way do you consider it better and why did you switch to Wolfgang if you feel Cancoat works better for you?

I just have a lot of experience with Wolfgang products, so I know what to expect from them. I also desire to use the same manufacturers products (ceramic/seal/sprays) because they'll be designed to work with each other. The Wolfgang Uber Ceramic is supposed to last up to one year but I'd be perfectly happy with nine months. I think one year would be attainable if using one of their other Si02 products to maintain it. How did you use it and how did/do you maintain it?

God Bless,
Ralph

[romero1990]

I heard technician's choice ceramic spray is popular among detailers (low cost)

has anyone used chemical guys hydroslick? I got a bottle from their mystery bucket

[Cutesydiva]

I like Sonax's ceramic spray coating. It is easy to apply, just spray it on and buff it out. It lasts about six months, makes the car nice and shiny, and makes cleaning so much easier.

[TboneS54]

Originally Posted by Ralph III

Thanks for those details Tbone and I'll have to check into Cancoat. In what way do you consider it better and why did you switch to Wolfgang if you feel Cancoat works better for you?

I just have a lot of experience with Wolfgang products, so I know what to expect from them. I also desire to use the same manufacturers products (ceramic/seal/sprays) because they'll be designed to work with each other. The Wolfgang Uber Ceramic is supposed to last up to one year but I'd be perfectly happy with nine months. I think one year would be attainable if using one of their other Si02 products to maintain it. How did you use it and how did/do you maintain it?

Wolfgang is great, and I got the UberCeramicSprayCoating for $16.50 from autogeek duing 2022 BF, so no complaints from me, I just found I had to reapply it more often than 9-12 months, but again - no big deal. I haven't used CanCoat, but I read a direct comparison on autogeek forums and other posts about Cancoat that lead me to believe it's a bit stronger/more durable.

I absolutely love my Wolfgang uber sio2 waterless wash, it's incredible as a rinseless, waterless wash, detailer, clay lube, drying aid. $20 for 16oz that dilutes into like 3 gallons lol.

[chris719]

Originally Posted by Ralph III

Thanks for those details Tbone and I'll have to check into Cancoat. In what way do you consider it better and why did you switch to Wolfgang if you feel Cancoat works better for you?

I don't know much about the Wolfgang product but keep in mind Cancoat is really pretty much a bottled ceramic coating that happens to come in a pump spray bottle. You should apply it and treat it like it's a coating, not like a random spray sealant. You can leave high spots etc with Cancoat if you treat it like it's a random water based spray sealant.

[TboneS54]

Yes, but that's exactly what the product were referring to is - uber ceramic spray coating. Strong solvent smell, quick flash, extreme hydrophobic and gloss, but just doesn't give me more than about 6 months.

[Neusser]

Originally Posted by Ralph III

Hello All,
Does anyone have any recommendations on a good spray wax or sealant? Something that is easy to work with, in other words, non-streaking! I'm a retired professional automotive detailer, btw.

I still apply a liquid wax (Meguiars) or sealant (Wolfgang) to our vehicles every few months or so. But I used to use Eagle One Wax-As-U-Dry or Eagle One Nano spray wax after every car wash. I absolutely loved those products but I can no longer locate them. So, does anyone have any recommendations other than 303 Protectant or Mothers Ceramic Detailer. I have some of those but I don't care for them. I'm looking for something for use after every car wash.

God Bless,
Ralph​

Not sure about availability in the US (other than international shipping), but this stuff is all the rage over here in Germany:

https://dr-wack.com/auto/aussen-und-...-end-spray-wax


Has ceramic-like properties and in practice seems to hold up for about 7-8 months (company claims 6).

Just wipe on and wipe off. Crazy shine, and glass-like finish.

[xxpanipuri]

if you have a pressure washer and a foam cannon try car pro hydro2 foam.

you foam it on and then power wash it off 3-6 months of coverage.

Gyeon wet coat is awesome...however applying something like this with a foam cannon makes the job alot easier VS using a sprayer etc

[Ollivver]

Gyeon Wet Coat is great for easy application. I also had good results with Sonax Spray and Seal. If you want an eco-friendly alternative, you might find soy versus paraffin wax interesting, even though it's about candles—it shows how simple swaps can be more sustainable. Let me know how Menzerna works out on your BMW!

[Mikey240]

Honestly, any of the decent brand spray coatings are solid. As others have noted, they dont last as long as a pro coating but they arent designed to. Ive had good luck with Turtle Wax Hybrid ceramic myself for our daily drivers.

[John in VA]

Originally Posted by Ollivver

I've had great results with Adam’s H2O Guard & Gloss. It's simple to use and doesn't leave streaks. Plus, it adds a nice shine and water repellent effect.

I like it, too! Their newer Graphene CS3 spray is longer-lasting.

[Manhattan]

Project Farm recently did a review of DIY sealants. If you're not familiar with Project Farm, buckle up - when this guy tests something, MIT and GA Tech engineers take notes ;-)

[TboneS54]

What's the point of a video if it's gonna have $15 turtle wax autozone spray versus $80 Gtechniq?

[Manhattan]

Perspective. He included five inexpensive products and three (relatively) expensive products. If your budget is around $20, the Griot's is the clear winner. If you don't mind spending $150+, then the Gtechniq is the winner at $80. As a bonus, we get to see a more scientific comparison of the two sets of products.

[Mikey240]

Originally Posted by Manhattan

Perspective. He included five inexpensive products and three (relatively) expensive products. If your budget is around $20, the Griot's is the clear winner. If you don't mind spending $150+, then the Gtechniq is the winner at $80. As a bonus, we get to see a more scientific comparison of the two sets of products.

Exactly - I like that he included a wide range of products. I had my car professionally coated with Car Pro professional ceramic but Ill be the first to say the Turtle Wax Hybrid and Adams products are excellent.

The consumer grade stuff is getting so good these days and thats a good thing, IMO.

[ABCDEFG111]

I use Turtle Wax Ice Seal N Shine

Readily available at Walmart
Cheap
Smell amazing, like blueberries
Leaves the car feeling extremely slick
Last a couple months
Easy to apply, spray on a dry car and wipe off with microfiber

[fiveightandten]

Originally Posted by TboneS54

What's the point of a video if it's gonna have $15 turtle wax autozone spray versus $80 Gtechniq?

That’s exactly the point.

You’d be surprised at how often he finds that cheaper products perform the same as, or outperform more expensive ones. That’s his whole deal; comparing products across different price ranges.

[rumpole9]

the turtle wax ceramic shield is fantastic for protection. Stjarnagloss Parla i like for protection/gloss

[dZine]

Resist by Ethos

[louielouie]

Originally Posted by fiveightandten

That’s exactly the point.

You’d be surprised at how often he finds that cheaper products perform the same as, or outperform more expensive ones. That’s his whole deal; comparing products across different price ranges.

+1 to this.

I was recently looking for a 3/8 digital torque wrench and one from Suercup looking like junk from China did incredibly well for $80.

[dosmildos]

I’m considering not reading more of these threads. So many great ideas and suggestions on products I never knew existed. I’ve found many good ones reading here.
So what’s the problem, you might ask? I’m running out of space to store all these waxes, cleaners, restorers, enhancers, etc. from nearly a dozen different brands. I also have over$pent in retrospect. But ok, I need to go try my latest product that arrived this evening. Oh, and thanks for sharing!