Car wax gives your ride that brand new look and shine. Is car wax merely aesthetic? No, it's not, according to the seasoned techs at our Ray Laks Honda service department. Here's the skinny on car wax and why it's important.
Natural vs. Synthetic
There are natural and synthetic car waxes. Natural versions come from organic sources like carnauba plants, palm trees and even coal. Synthetic waxes typically consist of silicones. Natural and synthetic waxes are fairly hard in their undeveloped stages and need to be softened with oils and solvents. The addition makes car wax a malleable substance that spreads smoothly over your car's exterior.
Car Wax: Benefits
Car wax is hydrophobic, which means it repeals water. As a result, it protects your car's clearcoat from harmful and corrosive pollutants in rain water and road spray. With car wax in place, water simply rolls off of your car. Car wax also settles into any clearcoat scratches or imperfections, giving your car a uniform shimmer that makes it look new and handsome on the road.
