How is glazing done?
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The steps for glazing are: 1. Clean the car body thoroughly, ensuring no dirt remains; 2. Use masking tape to cover rubber parts, emblems, and letters on the car body; 3. Pour the glaze onto the car body and use a glazing machine to apply it from the front to the rear; 4. Wait for the glaze to fully penetrate and dry on the paint surface, then wipe it clean with a non-woven cloth; 5. Repeat step 3 and apply two more layers of glaze to complete the process. Glazing involves vibrating polymer glaze into the pores of the paint surface to form a strong, mesh-like protective layer that adheres to the car's paint, enhancing its gloss and hardness. The benefits include: 1. Protecting against environmental damage; 2. Effectively reducing scratches; 3. Maintaining the brightness of the car's paint.
The first time I waxed my car myself, the steps were quite meticulous. First, I washed the car thoroughly, and after rinsing, I used clay to remove contaminants—otherwise, small particles would get trapped under the wax. Next, I had to polish the body to remove the oxidized layer. I used a small polisher, moving it gently back and forth, careful not to go too fast to avoid damaging the paint. Applying the wax was the key step—it had to be spread evenly over the surface like a protective film, then polished in circular motions with a machine until it shone brightly. Finally, I sealed it with a sealant. The whole process took me two hours. Once, I tried skipping the thorough cleaning, and the result was uneven gloss. The benefits include UV protection and corrosion resistance. It’s recommended to do this every six months. If money’s tight, manual polishing is an option—though the results aren’t as good, it saves money.
