Auto Paint Maintenance from Auto Body Repair Expert in Seattle

You can maintain your auto paint job by waxing your car every three months to protect it from the harsh environment. The hot sun beating on your car can cause the paint to fade; salt used on the roads in the winter can lead to corrosion. Waxing your car helps to maintain the natural shine and protect it from the harsh environment.

Wax provides a shield to protect the paint and cover minor scratches, making them less visible and reducing corrosion. Waxing your car regularly will provide a seal to prevent water from coming into contact with bare metal exposed by deep scratches.

Don’t be fooled by products that claim to last much longer. You should wax your car every three months to protect the paint and maintain the color and shine.

Most car wax products work better when the surface is cool, so after washing your car, allow it to dry completely and park it in a shady spot. Choose a good quality wax with no abrasives and use a soft, clean cloth to apply the wax. Work in sections and spread the product on evenly. Allow a couple minutes for the wax to haze then buff it with a soft towel using circular motions to restore the shine.

Be careful not to touch areas like rubber door seals and black window trim as the wax will leave white stains on them. Window spray works well for removing wax from these areas.

If you have neglected to wax you car for a long time you may want to have a professional auto body detailing shop buff the car with polishing compound to remove scratches and abrasions.

A much better solution is to have the body shop come to you! A mobile auto body shop can often repair minor dents and scratches in just a few hours so you don’t have the inconvenience of leaving your car at the body shop.

A mobile auto body shop that comes to you is typically cheaper than a traditional body repair shop and the quality of work is just as good, if not better. Mobile auto body shops are also convenient because you don’t have to be without your vehicle while pay for a rental car or arrange other transportation.

Regular washing and waxing will keep your auto paint looking new and shiny while protecting it from harsh weather. A clean car dries quicker as dirt and dust hold moisture, speeding up the corrosion process.

Mike Tompkins is an auto body repair specialist who owns Collision on Wheels, serving consumers and businesses in the Greater Eastside Seattle area, Bellevue, Redmond, Kent, Renton, Woodinville, Lynnwood, Kirkland, Bothell and neighboring cities and communities.

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