- Wax applied to a car's paint job increases the shine and glossiness of the paint. Wax is designed to penetrate the deepest layers of a car's paint and revitalize its appearance by removing oxidized paint particles, which are areas of the paint that lose color and start to fade.
- Embedded dirt and grime in a car's paint can greatly alter its appearance. Basic washing often leaves deeper debris particles that are stuck to the inner layers of a car's paint. Wax will often remove these recalcitrant debris particles and add further luster to a car's appearance.
- A good-quality wax will serve as an effective barrier against environmental and roadside elements that can greatly wear and mar a car's paint job. By preventing dirt and grime from sticking to the paint surface, a car's appearance is altered by the fact that the car will stay cleaner than it would have without a coating of wax.
- To keep a car's appearance as spotless and as shiny as possible, it is important that a regular schedule of washing and waxing be implemented. It is recommended that a car's paint job be waxed at least three times per year; more often in harsh climates or when a vehicle is exposed to harsh road/driving conditions.
- There are countless brands and types of auto wax on the market. The higher-quality waxes usually come in paste form. They normally include a small cloth applicator with which to apply the wax. The liquid car waxes can be good as well, but their lighter density and the fact that they are easier to apply make them less reliable in terms of offering long-lasting protection.
