What are the methods for maintaining a car's original paint?

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Gertrude
07/29/25 6:26pm
The methods for maintaining a car's paint include waxing, glazing, and coating. Below is a detailed introduction to these methods: 1. Waxing: Waxing is the most traditional and economical method to protect car paint. Its main functions are to inhibit the oxidation of the paint by external harmful elements, resist UV rays, and enhance the paint's brightness to some extent. However, the effect lasts for a relatively short time, usually about a month, and it is not water-resistant. 2. Glazing: In addition to the effects of wax, glazing can also increase the strength of the paint and prevent minor scratches caused by sand and wind hitting the car body. The effect lasts longer, typically around 3 to 4 months. 3. Coating: Forms a transparent protective film. Its protective capability is better than waxing and glazing.
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