How Often Should You Wax a Car?
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Help your car maintain its showroom shine with regular waxing. But first, figure out how often you'll need to wax your car. Certain factors will tell you when you need to wax your car, but to be sure, you can perform a bead test.
Frequency of Waxing
- It is recommended that car owners wax their vehicles about once every 2 to 3 months, according to Web-cars.com, or more if the car is exposed to tough conditions. Extreme amounts of rain, or road salt in cold climates, can necessitate more waxing.
The Bead Test
- A good way to tell if it's time to wax your car is by the water bead test. Sprinkle some water on your car, and if the water beads that form are more than 1/2-inch in diameter or if it doesn't bead up at all, it's time to wax the car.
Applying Wax
- To properly apply wax to your washed and dried car, use a clean, dry cloth and put on a thin layer of wax with a circular motion. Be sure to do this in a shaded area because if the wax gets too hot it may dry too fast and become difficult to remove. Once the wax is dry, gently buff it off with a clean, dry cloth.
Don't Overwax
- Don't try to apply a thicker coat of wax in the hopes that you won't have to wax as often, Web-car.com advises. It will only be more difficult to buff off the wax.
Fixing Problem Spots
- If there are hazy spots or streaks mist the area with distilled water and a 1/2 tsp. of isopropyl alcohol, then wipe the area clean.
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