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Is it better to wax or coat a new car?

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BrielleLynn
08/31/25 7:25am
Overall, car coating is better than car waxing. The specific details are as follows: 1. Process: In terms of process, coating involves a more meticulous and strict application procedure compared to waxing. The waxing process involves cleaning the car thoroughly, then applying wax manually or mechanically, and wiping off the excess wax after about 3-5 minutes to complete the process. The coating process, on the other hand, starts with a preliminary cleaning of the car, followed by clay bar treatment to remove surface contaminants, removal of tar spots, polishing to eliminate oxidation layers and minor scratches, degreasing to deeply remove residual oils, and finally applying the coating. 2. Effectiveness: In terms of effectiveness, car coating provides more comprehensive protection for the paint. Waxing generally offers brightening and hydrophobic effects. Waxing is one of the earliest products in car detailing, while coating is currently the leading mainstream maintenance product in car detailing. In addition to brightening and hydrophobic effects, high-quality coatings also provide varying degrees of anti-grease properties. 3. Protection Duration: In terms of protection duration, coating lasts longer than waxing. The protection duration of car waxing is about a month, and the wax gradually wears off with each car wash, typically disappearing completely after 2-3 washes. Coating, being a nano-level material, adheres better to the car paint, with a protection duration generally lasting 1-2 years.
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DiEdward
09/13/25 3:44am
From a decade-long perspective in automotive detailing, waxing and ceramic coating each have their suitable scenarios. Ceramic coating forms a silicon dioxide crystalline layer on the car's paint surface, offering higher hardness that can withstand branch scratches and small stone impacts, while also making it harder for bird droppings and acid rain to penetrate. For new cars, it's recommended to apply ceramic coating immediately after delivery, skipping the polishing step for direct application. However, luxury packages with four or five layers of ceramic coating are unnecessary; a basic single layer lasting two years is perfectly adequate. Waxing is much more flexible. Spending three to five hundred yuan on an imported carnauba wax allows you to DIY—apply a thin layer after washing, and water beads will instantly roll off like pearls. However, it requires more diligence; in areas with heavy rainfall, reapplication is needed every two months. I always keep liquid wax in my garage, giving the paint an instant mirror-like finish with a quick wipe before business receptions.
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MacKathryn
10/27/25 4:29am
The experience of owning five cars myself is: considering your budget and driving environment is the most practical. For those frequently driving in coastal or industrial areas, ceramic coating can withstand salt spray and acid rain erosion, saving much hassle compared to waxing. But pay attention to the application environment! I've seen ceramic coatings applied outdoors covered in dust, turning dull within six months. For regular commuter cars, monthly hand waxing is more economical. A hundred-yuan water-based wax with hydrophobic effects can even reduce wiper usage during night drives in the rain. The key point is that ceramic coating can't be touched up casually—spot painting leaves visible seams, and a full redo costs several thousand. Recently, I found liquid ceramic spray incredibly practical—just a couple of sprays when parking, offering effects between waxing and ceramic coating, perfect for emergencies.
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DiAlex
12/10/25 4:45am
The physical performance comparison is more intuitive. The Mohs hardness of the crystal coating layer is about 6H (a mobile phone screen is 5H), and there are basically no marks from collisions when opening doors in parking lots. The measured UV blocking rate is 40% higher than that of car wax, and it is also resistant to corrosion from snowmelt agents in northern snowfields. However, the palm oil component in car wax has self-healing properties, which can gradually fill in fine sun swirls. Laboratory tests have shown that at the same water beading angle of 110 degrees, water droplets slide off the crystal coating in 3 seconds, while car wax takes 8 seconds. The biggest difference in daily use is the frequency of car washing—cars with crystal coating attract 30% less dust, and even after two weeks in the rainy season, they don't look dirty.
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