Polishing - a must for anyone who loves their car!

Thomas Wachsmuth July 20, 2022 Tips, products, information & Co.

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Polishing - a must for anyone who loves their car! — previously

For a car lover, regular maintenance of the vehicle is simply part of it. Next to the partly unfortunately forbidden hand wash one at home is one of them further care for the paint. A polish e.g. B. ensures that the paint shines beautifully and does not become dull. However, there are also some sources of error in this context, which in extreme cases even Main inspection can cost. Like if you the headlights with polished!

Polishing = mandatory task

For beginners it is recommended to start with one hand polish to put. Polishing with a machine it does require some experience. However, if hand polishing is too time-consuming, then it should be Eccentric polishing machine be used. This moves in elliptical paths and in this way removes less paint. This reduces the risk of accidentally damaging it. One rotary machine however, should only be used by professionals. In this case, there is a risk, among other things, of removing the paintwork by staying in one place for too long. At the same time, the danger of holograms with the Eccentric polishing machine less.

Do not polish in the sun

Many mistakes can happen when holding the polishing machine. Because the grinding effect from the center of the pad to the edges is getting bigger. If you hold the machine at an angle, it can happen that the paint develops a lot of heat sanded down becomes. Damage can also be caused by irregular movements or too big or uneven pressure arise. Also, special polishes for machines should be used. When using hand polishes can heat damage occur or the paint has even disappeared completely after the first application.

Extreme heat from outside should also be avoided. No matter how tempting it is, you should refrain fromto polish the car in the sun. The paint can be heated by the sun's rays and thus contribute to the drying out of the polish. If this can no longer be removed without leaving any residue, it can damage the paintwork. Accordingly, if possible, the polish should be done in one sun-protected area, eg in the garage or in the shade.

Sealing is also an important part of care

With a hand polish is Patience top priority. No way should the whole vehicle be polished at once, rather it is advisable to work off one component after the other. In between, the polish has to be removed again and again so that no unsightly residues remain. Also should on the use of household products be waived. Under certain circumstances, these can apply the polish unevenly or scratch the paintwork due to dirt.

And the decisive factor for success is not only the strength of the polish. What is used is also important sanding pad or. -sponge. It should be noted here that a harder sanding pad has a higher sanding effect. Last but not least is a subsequent sealing essential for the success of the care. If this is left out, dirt or insects will stick to the paint all the better. In addition, the lack of a sealing to the fact that the paint is quickly restored dull and dull acts.

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