How to Wax Your Car by Yourself?
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Steps to wax your car by yourself: 1. Thoroughly wash the car with dedicated car shampoo; 2. After rinsing, dry the car with a clean microfiber cloth to avoid water spots affecting the waxing result; 3. Move the car to a shaded area, use a round sponge specifically for solid car wax to apply wax evenly on the paint surface; 4. During application, move the sponge in circular motions across the body to create a fish-scale effect; 5. After application, wait 5-10 minutes for the wax to dry completely; 6. Use a superfine fiber towel to buff off excess wax from the paint surface.
I started waxing my car myself last year and saved quite a bit of money. Washing is the first step – you need to thoroughly clean the body, especially stubborn tree sap and bug remains, otherwise the wax won't apply smoothly. Wait until the car is completely dry before starting; I usually choose cloudy days or work in the garage to prevent the wax from drying too quickly. Use just the right amount of wax on the sponge – a coin-sized dab can cover a large area. Applying in circular motions works best, panel by panel, leaving the roof and hood for last. After application, wait until the wax turns hazy before polishing. I use a microfiber towel to buff in vigorous circular motions, with smaller towels for edges and crevices. The finished result feels super smooth, and water repellency improves noticeably – rainwater beads up and rolls right off. Waxing every three months is sufficient, with the most obvious sun protection effect when done before summer.
