Apply Zaino in CIRCULAR motions?!

[tmchow]

I'm reading the application guide on the Zaino website and noticed it says:

"Squirt a dime size dab of polish on your applicator and rub it into your paint using circular hand motions"

Is this correcT? I thought it all waxes and polishes were supposed to be applied AND buffed out in back and forth motions (front to rear)?

[geekysteve]

Might be a slight misunderstanding - the ZFX/Z5/Z2 mix directions indicate to apply first in a circular motion, then finish with back and forth motions.

I believe it has something to do with activating the ZFX - Z1 needed to be applied in a circular motion, and while I don't know anything about the Zaino formula, I suspect a slight amount of heat might be necessary for the ZFX (or Z1) to activate? Thus the circular motions first...this is _strictly_ my own theory about the circular motion.

If you're using a high quality applicator, and the surface is clean & free of grit/contaminants, some circular application should be ok.

Hope this helps.

[laynlow]

If you read the tips and tricks section on their site, it also suggests a front to back (read bumper to windshield) motion on all horizontal surfaces, and a top to bottom motion on all vertical surfaces. That method is supposed to enhance the way the car reflects light resulting in better shine.

Either method will work I suppose, but I used this method with excellent results. As long as your applicator is not scratching the surface, and you get a nice smooth even coat, I think you will be just fine.

[William420]

Zaino site says to rub using circular hand motions then go over same area using straight back and forth motion on top panels, and an up & down motion on side panels. I believe the purpose of using circular motion first then going over again at different direction is to maximize the coverage. I don't think "heat" is required to activate Zaino as that's what ZFX is for. (heat is required for Zymol )

Personally I do not follow this instruction and just do up & down / straight back & forth.

[DETAILKING]

It is too insure maximum and complete coverage. Go circular and finish up back and forth......

[geekysteve]

As I understood Sal from an earlier phone call (months ago), the Z6 is heat activated, and the buffing action from the towel activates the Z6. Just thought the ZFX might require something similar.

Thanks for the info gentlemen!

[MikeLS]

I've always applied Zaino either back/forth or up/down motions, no circular. You get the same coverage doing that as you will circular and it minimizes the possibility for swirls. Plus, I think it looks better too....

Hmmm, Z6 heat activated? I never rub Z6 in hard enough to generate any heat.

[Brad B.]

Always back and forth with abrasives. Circular for maximum coverage with final non-abrasive waxes and sealants. Remember, use light application pressure for final coats.

[Guess My Name]

What they William, DK and Brad said!