Have You Ever Wondered How to use a Spray Detailer & a Spray Wax or the Difference Between the Two?
Channel: Meguiar's
Date: 2020-07-17

Meguiar’s introduced the first car spray detailer in the early 80’s with the release of Trigger Wash. Since its inception, there’s been a little questioning and confusion about using a mist and wipe product to maintain paint. Probably the biggest question is what the difference is between Meguiar’s Quik Detailers and Quik Waxes and how to use them to get the best results. 

With a Quik Detailer and a Quik Wax you spray-on and wipe-off to help maintain paint. The idea behind these products is that if paint is consistently maintained properly, it will look better, last longer, and won’t require as much when it comes to claying and compounding. 

They will perform their best on paint that’s already in very good condition and already has a preexisting wax or sealant. With these types of products, we always recommend using them with fresh, clean, premium microfiber towels, like Meguiar’s Supreme Shine Microfiber Towels. Always make sure you are working with a clean portion of the towel. 

Differences & When to Us

There are many different variations of Quik Detailers and Quik Waxes with slightly different nuances and characteristics depending on your wants and needs. 

So, what ultimately sets the products apart from each other? 

Quik Detailers are for light cleaning and touch-ups between regular car washes and gently clean paint and remove light contaminants like dust, smudges, fresh water spots, and fresh bird droppings. They also contain lubricants to reduce friction and minimize swirling and scratching. As an additional benefit, they usually enhance shine and can contain just a bit of protection without stripping away preexisting wax. 

Quik Waxes are for boosting shine and protection between regular wax applications. They are meant to be used on a clean surface as they don’t usually contain any cleaners. However, they increase shine and protection and are formulated as more of a booster to enhance preexisting wax, instead of a stand-alone wax protection. 

In order to maximize your gloss, slickness and water beading action make sure your paint is free of above surface bonded contaminants, below surface defects, and has a good wax protection already on the paint. 

Using Quik Detailers 

Select your Detailer and make sure there’s only light or fresh contaminants on your paint. If your paint has dirt and debris that is moderate to heavy, you really want to use a traditional car wash or waterless wash. Ideally, you want to be working on a cool surface and in the shade. 

Take a fresh, clean premium microfiber towel and fold it into quarters so you have 4 squares per side of the towel. When one section of the towel gets dirty or overly saturated, you can easily flip to a clean portion of your towel. 

Spray your detailer in a small section, about a 1-2 square foot area. Take one of the clean sections and gently wipe the area. Flip your towel to a clean portion for a final wipe. Work in sections, returning back to the damp portion of your towel for each initial wipe. Be sure to monitor your microfiber to ensure that you are always working with a clean section. This way you’re not pushing dirt and debris back into the paint and create swirls. 

Using Quik Waxes 

Pick your favorite Quik Wax, make sure the paint is clean and work on a cool surface and in the shade. Spray about a 1-2 square foot area and gently spread the wax evenly with a fresh portion of your towel. Flip your towel to a clean part and gently buff the remaining product to reveal a high gloss shine. Work in sections. Again, be sure to monitor your microfiber towel and flip to a clean portion as needed. 

You can use Quik Detailers and Quik Waxes as frequently as you like without causing harm. However, we usually recommend using a Quik Detailer every few days and a Quick Wax every few weeks, maybe after you detail or wash your car. 

Regular use of these maintenance products will decrease how often you have to wash, remove defects, and wax. They will also increase gloss and protection ultimately making your paint look better. 

Now that you’re familiar with the differences between a spray detailer and a spray wax, and how to use them, you can select the right product as needed and get the results you want quickly.

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