What are the differences between waxing, crystal coating, glazing, and paint protection film?
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The differences between waxing, crystal coating, glazing, and paint protection film are as follows: 1. Different definitions: The essence of glazing is similar to waxing. 'Glaze' is extracted from petroleum and mixed with auxiliary materials. After cleaning the car surface, the 'glaze' is applied through vibration to ensure full penetration into the paint. Crystal coating uses inorganic substances like silicon dioxide, forming a solid crystalline barrier on the surface through molecular polymerization. This barrier resists UV rays, oil, has low surface energy, and is hydrophobic, thus protecting the paint. 2. Different functions: Glazing blocks UV rays, resists oxidation, high temperatures, acid rain, prevents minor scratches, enhances the original paint's gloss and hardness, extends paint lifespan, and slows browning. Crystal coating is the most advanced car paint protection solution, offering corrosion resistance, scratch prevention, no cracking, easy cleaning, etc. It protects the car from daily minor scratches. Even when external force exceeds the crystal's elastic protection range, it usually only leaves scratches on the crystal without damaging the paint. 3. Different durations: Glazing lasts relatively shorter than crystal coating, about 6 to 8 months, providing substantial paint protection and a smooth feel, though shorter in duration and less hard than crystal coating. Crystal coating is more durable and stable, lasting 1-2 years, truly protecting the paint. However, crystal coating is more expensive, takes about 2 days to apply, and requires higher technical skills from the technician.
