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Re: Apollo Detailing: Full Correction Imola Red '05 BMW 330ci ZHP

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Originally Posted by Denzil View Post
I'm curious but what effect does it have to apply wax by hand? Is it more beneficial than applying with applicators/pads?
If it is anything like Victoria wax, they say the warmth of your hand is the first catalyst for bonding the wax to the paint. I've done this many times with Victoria wax but I find that it will mico mar the paint, and my hands are not that rough. This is not seen on lighter color cars but on polished dark colors I notice it. I now use a very soft sponge to apply the wax, and it looks just as good as if I did it by hand. It may not last as long but at least I don't mar the paint. Hard clears seem ok but anything else I find will mar so I don't take the chance anymore by hand.
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