The best car wax

Liquid wax for cars designed to protect the paintwork of the car from exposure to ultraviolet rays (bright sun), moisture, minor mechanical damage. All car body waxes are divided into several types. First of all - on natural and synthetic. In the second - on solid and liquid, cold and hot. Therefore, when determining which good car wax is better to choose, you need to determine the basic requirements for the product, having studied not only the reviews, but all the characteristics. Each of these types has its own characteristics, advantages and disadvantages.

Polymer waxes for cars differ in types, method of application, manufacturers. As a result, the result can be very different. Based on reviews and tests conducted by various car owners, the editors of our resource have compiled a rating of popular machine body waxes.

Name of funds	A type of wax	Short description	Package volume, ml/mg	The price of one package as of spring 2019, rubles
Doctor Wax	Solid	Contains carnauba wax and is one of the best hard polishes for car paintwork. It removes minor damage well, and gives the surface a beautiful shiny look. Service life from 6 to 12 months.	227	660
MOTHERS California Gold Brazilian Carnauba Cleaner Wax	Solid	A two-in-one tool that cleans the paintwork from debris and protects. The composition contains abrasive particles, with the help of which small scratches are removed. After application, the dirt almost does not stick to the body.	340	1000
STEAL Red Penguin	Hot	It can be used as an aid along with, for example, hard waxes. The efficiency is average. However, it is quite popular due to distribution in stores and low prices.	1000	420
TURTLE WAX Color Magic black	Liquid	Designed for use on cars with a body in black or dark shades of other colors. It is applied to the paintwork with a hand sprayer. Has antistatic properties. Very good protective and visual effect. It can only be applied at positive temperatures.	500	700
TOP Plaque Hydrorep	Liquid	It is applied to the paintwork with a hand sprayer. Perfectly removes scratches, protects the body. One treatment is enough for 10 ... 15 washes. Sold in a large package at a low price.	750	200
Runway	Liquid	Positioned as a polish-wax. It is popular due to its low price. The efficiency is average. One treatment is enough for 4 ... 6 body washes.	500	150
APRIL LW-811	Liquid	It can be used not only for processing the paintwork of a car, but also in everyday life for processing tiles. Eliminates turbidity and minor scratches, creates a protective layer against water, dirt, salt. Enough to process the body between 3 ... 5 car washes.	473	300
Sonax NanoPro	Solid	It is a wax polish. Has a creamy texture. Protects paintwork well. It is sold in different colors, namely, silver, green, blue, red. They are suitable for cars of the corresponding colors.	500	450
Sapfire Green Line	Liquid	It is sold in a package with a manual spray trigger. Harmless to rubber and plastic parts. Has antistatic properties. The effectiveness is average, but popular due to the low price and large volume of packaging.	500	100
NOWAX Ventura Waterless Wax	Liquid	A good protective wax that protects the paintwork of the car well. One treatment is enough for 3 ... 5 washes. Popular for its low price.	1000	200

Types of waxes for cars

machine waxes are polishes with the addition of carnauba resin. Its distinctive feature is the fact that it is the most refractory wax of natural origin. namely, it retains the protective film at temperatures from +83°C to +91°C. It is absolutely non-toxic and harmless, which is why it is also used in the food industry (for example, apples are rubbed to make them shine on the window). Including it is harmless and for a paint and varnish covering of the car. so, polishes with the addition of carnauba wax are also called natural.

Another type of wax is synthetic. It contains synthetic waxes and paraffins. They may differ in a not so neutral attitude towards the paintwork (that is, it may fade over time on its surface). However, their undoubted advantage is their more durable film, which is not washed off from the surface of the car body for a long time.

There are four types of wax according to the method of application:

• liquid (another name is fast);
• solid;
• hot;
• wax shampoo.

So, liquid or fast waxes are based on a synthetic basis, and are most popular because of the ease of their application to the treated surface. usually, they are released in the form of a trigger with a manual spray. Accordingly, before application, the surface must be thoroughly cleaned (washed and dried), and then waxed and polished with a rag, cloth, microfiber or other similar materials. However, sometimes there are liquid waxes that need to be applied to a damp, clean surface of the paintwork.

Hard waxes are essentially polishing pastes. And it is they who most often have a natural basis, since they are made from carnauba wax. Due to their naturalness, their compositions have a more lasting effect (however, this largely depends on the specific manufacturer and brand). Hard waxes are applied to the surface to be treated using a special applicator sponge (usually, it comes with the wax packaging). Before use, said sponge is moistened with water and wringed out. This is done so that the wax does not stick to the sponge and is applied to the paintwork in an even layer. Some hard waxes are used not only to give the body a shine, but also to restore the paintwork in the same way as special anti-scratches for the car body.

Hot wax is a combined composition that includes shampoo and polish. Accordingly, this tool simultaneously cleans the treated surface and protects it. It got its name because the contents of the package must be dissolved in hot water before use. Well, the resulting mixture is already washing the paintwork of the car. This is the difference between hot and cold wax for cars.

As for car shampoo with wax, it is also usually dissolved in water. Before use, carefully read the instructions on the package. It is important to know to what concentration to dilute the wax, as well as to dissolve the concentrate in cold or hot water.

What are the criteria for choosing wax

There are several criteria by which you need to make a choice of one or another car wax. First of all, you need to look at its type - natural or synthetic. Natural waxes give the paintwork a more beautiful rich shine, so if a car enthusiast pursues decorative purposes, then a natural composition is better suited for this. However, the disadvantage of natural waxes is their fragility. They are quickly erased and poorly protect the paintwork.

In contrast, synthetic waxes are durable and have a good protective function. This is especially true for protection from ultraviolet rays (bright summer sun). As for the shine, it is not as effective as when using natural formulations.

There is no single correct answer to the question of which synthetic car wax is better, since any of the types has its pros and cons. So, fast (liquid) waxes are the most popular among car owners who regularly wash their cars at specialized car washes. Using the trigger pack, you can quickly and independently apply wax and process the bodywork.

As for hard wax, such processing will take more time and effort. An additional inconvenience lies in the fact that in order to carry out work on its application in a box or a canopy, in order to exclude direct sunlight from entering the paintwork of the car, and even more so moisture. However, the advantage of hard waxes is that the visual effect on the paintwork will be the highest among the analogues presented. But the durability is less.

Hot waxes, as well as waxed shampoos, are ideal for car owners who prefer to wash their cars themselves. Please note that to improve the effect, some drivers consistently apply wax shampoos first, and then hard wax after them. The first composition washes away dirt and applies a “ground layer”, namely hard wax, which already performs a direct task. However, with this approach, you need to make sure that one and the second compositions have a base from the same type of wax. To do this, just read their compositions on the label of the packaging of the product.

The next criterion by which you need to choose the best car wax is the ratio of price and volume of packaging. And here a big role is played by the fact how often a car enthusiast applies a new layer of wax to replace an erased one. Most often they buy liquid (fast) compounds due to the fact that they last longer on the paintwork, the process of applying them is convenient, and one package is enough for several body treatments.

The paired use of shampoos and hard wax is worthwhile, for example, in the pre-sale preparation of a car. After appropriate processing, the body will look great, but the effect is likely to be short-lived.

also, when choosing one or another wax composition, you need to pay attention to what color the car is. For example, for white and black cars, there are special tools that have the appropriate name. For cars with other colors, there are also separate waxes, for example, green, blue, red. Obviously, you need to use the tool that, in terms of color, most closely matches the color of the car body.

What determines the durability of wax

On most modern products, right on the packaging it is indicated how many car washes the wax composition can withstand. However, there is a nuance here, which is that when used in reality, a different result can be obtained. And the reason for this lies, among other things, in the hardness of the water. And this indicator depends on the specific geographical region where the machine is used. The softer the water (there are fewer various metal salts and other impurities in it), the longer the wax lasts. And if hard water was used along with wax (or before applying it), then the duration of use of the wax composition will be less than that stated on the package.

Similar reasoning is also valid for the case when harmful substances are also in the air in the area where the machine is used. An example of such a situation would be the residence of a car owner in close proximity to the sea, various industrial or mining enterprises, as a result of which harmful substances are emitted into the air (specifically for the paintwork of a car, but maybe for human health) as well. Accordingly, the more of them, the shorter the period of the applied coating.

The next factor affecting durability is the correct preparation of the body paintwork. First of all, it needs to be thoroughly washed, preferably at the sink using special brushes (or several times). To remove dirt from microcracks on the paintwork, use special plasticine (if you clean it yourself). At car washes, this service is offered additionally. The quality of cleaning directly affects the durability of the wax.

it is also desirable to degrease the surface. For this, special lubricants are usually used that remove silicone (fatty) compounds. The use of plasticine and a degreaser is not a prerequisite, however, their one-time use will allow you to save on the purchase of new machine waxes in the future, since the wax composition on the body will last much longer.

Rating of machine waxes

The range of waxes is quite wide, and at the same time is constantly replenished. However, among domestic car owners there are still several similar compositions that have gained popularity due to their effectiveness, ease of use and understandable price. Based on reviews and tests found on the Internet, the editors compiled a rating of the best car waxes. the list is not commercial and does not advertise any of the products presented in it.

Polish Doctor Wax

This tool is positioned by the manufacturer as a paste polish for new coatings with carnauba wax. It can safely be called the best hard polish, or at least one of the best. Wax can be used not only for new, but also used (of course, within reasonable limits) paintwork. Perfect for treating areas of the body that are most exposed to negative factors, such as "cobwebs", risks, exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

Waxing is classic. Using the applicator included in the package, apply the product to a clean, prepared surface, and then thoroughly polish. It is noted that the east "Doctor Vaks" is distinguished by one of the longest periods of operation - up to 6 or even 12 months. In addition to protection, it also provides a beautiful first appearance.

The wax polish is sold in a 227 ml jar complete with a sponge applicator. You can buy Doctor Wax wax in the online store under the article DW8203. The price of one package as of spring 2019 is about 660 Russian rubles.

Воск MOTHERS California Gold Brazilian Carnauba Cleaner Wax

MOTHERS California Gold Brazilian Carnauba Cleaner Wax cream is positioned by the manufacturer as "two in one". namely, it cleans and protects the paintwork of the car body. The composition of the product includes both carnauba wax and finely dispersed cleansing abrasive particles. With the help of the latter, you can remove minor damage to the paintwork - scratches, "cobwebs", abrasions. wax also has antistatic and water-repellent properties. After applying the product to the body, its surface acquires a rich look and spectacular shine. It can be used not only for the paintwork of the car body, but also for other surfaces, except for glass and transparent plastic.

It is recommended to use a soft cloth or fiber to apply MOTHERS California Gold Cream Wax. Apply only to a clean and dry surface. Reviews about this tool are only positive. In some cases, it is indicated that the car can not even be washed for a long time, since dirt simply does not stick to the paintwork. also, some drivers who used this tool apply a second layer of liquid wax to fix the effect. Among the shortcomings, only a long application procedure, as well as a relatively high price, can be noted.

MOTHERS California Gold Brazilian Carnauba Cleaner Wax is sold in a 340 ml jar. You can buy it in the online store under the article - MS05500. The price of one such package is about 1000 rubles.

Воск ХАДО Red Penguin

XADO Red Penguin Wax is one of the best hot waxes. Perfectly protects the bodywork from minor damage, corrosion and UV rays. In addition, wax allows you to remove minor scratches and restore the original shine of the paintwork. The composition of the product includes carnauba wax, it also has a pleasant aroma. The advantages of wax include its relatively inexpensive price and large packaging volume.

As for the use of Red Penguin hot wax, it must be applied to the paintwork, then polished and rinsed with water. For application, it is better to use a soft cloth or microfiber. It can be diluted in hot water. Wax is sold in a one-liter jar, the price of which is about 420 rubles. The article by which it can be bought is XB50018.

Wax TURTLE WAX Color Magic black

TURTLE WAX Color Magic Black is one of the best liquid waxes. Designed for use on car bodies in black and dark shades. Applicable for restoring the original color of the paintwork and for removing various roughness and scratches from its surface. In addition, it has antistatic properties (does not allow dirt and dust to settle on the surface of the body), and also removes its oxidation.

Before using Turtle Wax, the car body must be thoroughly washed and allowed to dry. After that, using a rag or napkin, apply the product to the paintwork. After a few minutes, when a matte effect appears, polish the surface to be treated with a dry rag. Please note that the manufacturer expressly states that the product should not be applied to a hot and / or damp surface. it is also impossible to store, and even more so use, the product at a temperature of + 5 ° C and below. Do not allow contact with rubber or plastic parts of the car body.

The wax is sold in a 500 ml bottle. The price of one such package is about 700 rubles.

Wax Plak ATAS Hydrorep

Wax Plak ATAS Hydrorep is also one very effective and inexpensive liquid wax. It is sold in a bottle with a manual spray (trigger). Can be applied to any color car body. The instructions indicate that after applying the wax to the surface of the car paintwork, the wax must be rubbed with microfiber, and then polished. Apply only to a clean, pre-prepared surface. Wax perfectly removes small scratches on the paintwork, does not leave streaks on it, restores the original appearance of the body.

Reviews suggest that despite the low price, Plak Atas wax has a fairly high efficiency. One body treatment is enough for 10 ... 15 washes. Considering its low price and large packaging volume, this is currently one of the best waxes on the market.

Sold in a 750 ml bottle with manual spray. Its approximate cost for the above period is about 200 rubles.

Wax Runway

This tool Runway is positioned as a quick polish-wax. It is very popular with car owners, because it has a low price and a fairly large package. It is sprayed with a manual spray trigger. The composition includes carnauba wax, the product is non-abrasive. Allows you to clean the paintwork of the car, remove minor damage and protect against their further occurrences. Durability can be described as average, it is necessary to re-apply the product every 4 ... 6 washes of the car body. However, given its low price, this is quite acceptable.

Apply to a clean, dry surface. Then polish and rinse with water. For application, it is recommended to use a soft cloth or microfiber. It is sold in a 500 ml package with a manual sprayer. The price of Ranway wax as of spring 2019 is 150 rubles. You can buy it in the online store under the article - RW5060.

Wax ABRO LW-811

Liquid car wax ABRO is designed to protect metal surfaces of paintwork of cars, boats, motorcycles. can also be used for processing tiles in the domestic environment. Eliminates turbidity and minor scratches, creates a protective layer against water, dirt, salt. The instructions indicate that the protection period is up to 12 months, however, the real ones showed that it must be applied every 3 ... 5 car body washes, especially in autumn and spring.

Wax should be applied with a soft cloth on a clean, prepared surface of the paintwork. Moreover, the surface temperature should be within + 10 ° С ... + 20 ° С. It is sold in a 473 ml bottle, which costs 300 rubles. The article by which you can buy Abro wax is LW811.

Sonax NanoPro

Sonax NanoPro is positioned as a wax polish (Polish & Wax Color). It has a creamy texture. Perfectly protects the paintwork from negative influences, including ultraviolet rays, dust, small particles of dirt and other things. Gives the paintwork a glossy effect and removes small scratches. Please note that under the same name, Sonax NanoPro is sold in different shades, which, accordingly, must be used for cars of different colors. namely, there is a wax polish with a silver, green, blue and red tint.

The use of the product is traditional, it must be applied to a clean surface of the paintwork. However, before this, the packaging will need to be shaken well in order to mix its composition. Sold in a 500 ml package. The price of one package is about 450 rubles. The article of gray wax is 296300, red is 296400, green is 296700, blue is 296200.

Sapfire Green Line

Sapfire Green Line Quick Machine Wax will protect your paintwork from UV and minor damage, and restore its original shine. Supplied in a package with a manual trigger spray. It is positioned by the manufacturer as a hydrophobic product, that is, protecting the surface from moisture. Has antistatic properties. Has no harmful effect on rubber and plastic parts of the car body.

Apply wax to a clean, prepared surface using a sprayer. After that, wait 2-3 minutes and wash it off with a jet of water. The effectiveness of wax "Sapphire" is average, but its great advantage lies in its low price. So, it is sold in a 500 ml package, the price of which is only 100 rubles. You can buy it under the article - 002746.

NOWAX Ventura Waterless Wax

NOWAX Ventura Waterless Wax is also one of the best liquid waxes. Its purpose is traditional. With it, you can protect the paintwork of the car from moisture, ultraviolet radiation, small scratches, restore the original shine. Has a pleasant aroma. It is sold in a one liter canister, which is enough for a long time. As the reviews of car owners show, one treatment of the car body is enough for 3 ... 5 washes. After that, it is desirable to renew the wax coating. Of the advantages, one can note its lowest price with a large volume of packaging.

It is sold in a one-liter canister (article NX01134), the price is about 200 rubles.

Hack and predictor Aviator

In fact, the assortment of machine waxes in various stores is extremely wide, and is constantly updated with new samples. The use of one or another wax depends on the tasks that the car enthusiast sets for himself. Often, drivers use two types of wax to consolidate the result. However, in general, the use of wax is highly desirable, especially if the car is new or a new paintwork has been applied to the body. This will significantly extend the life of its operation, as well as give the car a beautiful appearance. Have you had experience with any machine waxes? Write about it in the comments.