Originally Posted by Scottwax
You took the words right out of my fingers.
There`s a big difference between a detailed vehicle and one that is just protected.:up
Originally Posted by Scottwax
You took the words right out of my fingers.
There`s a big difference between a detailed vehicle and one that is just protected.:up
Question. If you are using a sealant, then why is it necessary to top it with a carnauba? Would it be that there is something missing with the appearance of the sealant, that topping it with a carnauba would seem to satisfy a look that may not have been achieved??
A very interesting question.................anyone?
It kind of compromises the position that a sealant can outperform a carnauba product, when in fact some users feel the need to apply a "carnauba" on top of their long lasting sealant just because of a look that`s missing. Very interesting indeed......
Originally Posted by lbls1
Since not everyone applies a carnuaba over a sealant, there could be many factors why:
Which sealant one is using.
Desired appearance
Something to do until the sealants wears off
Use up an expensive product that been collecting dust
A change of scenery........
:nixweiss
Hmmmm
So my rickety, rackety, bleached `nuba flakes are old and outdated, and your (chuckle) sealant is the new end all product that outlasts all nubas, is what`s said to me in public.
I turn my back, walk away, and then people pull out the Frosted Flakes..........for a `nuba taste that "You can never outgrow"....
It just brings a chuckle to my throat somehow......
Originally Posted by lbls1
I wouldn`t worry about what other people use as long as whatever product you use meets your appearance and protection desires. I used carnuaba products for over 35 years and they always served my needs for vehicle care.
Oh I`m not, believe me. My `Nuba Works!!!
I just can`t help getting a kick out of all of the twists of this thread. I am actually having fun reading this stuff!!!!!
I fail to understand how a Nuba topped sealant, can change its appearance. I just dont get it. And before someone tells me something scientific, have some back up. Because I dont fall for it gentlemen. How can a nuba do anything to depth or warmth or whatever it is you want to call it, when the paint is sealed with a synthetic? The Nubas do not penetrate the synthetics barrier. All I see happening is whatever color wax your using temporarilly optically alters the appearance, and its very short lived.Originally Posted by lbls1
I judge a paints appearance by approx 3 items.
Clarity (lack of light altering imperfections, a.k.a scratches/swirls, oxidation)
Color (this is what I would call depth, and its only attainable through cleaning/polishing the clear coat, revealing a virgin color coat.)
Reflectiveness (What does the polish and sealant combo your using, actually provide/attain, how sharp and crisp does it appear, 90% polish, 10% protective barrier)
Maybe I just know what to look for, but not quite how to explain it here..............lol
Owner of West Coast Detail Supply.
Light travels faster then sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.
Then my counter question is this, and original question remains........
If topping with a carnauba doesn`t change the appearance of a sealant`s finish, then why would a carnauba be used on top of it in the first place?
My simple answer, I have no idea! Why would anyone? I just dont see any significance of doing so. And thats why I use synthetics......Im with you in your query.....Originally Posted by lbls1
Owner of West Coast Detail Supply.
Light travels faster then sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.
My point exactly. Thanks. An LSP is supposed to render the finish (aside from the obligatory prep work) all by itself, whether its a sealant or a carnauba. The combination of the two IMO will not parallel the correct use of either media.
Originally Posted by lbls1
I use a carnauba wax on top of Klasse because I like the way it beads water.
Thats understandable............
Owner of West Coast Detail Supply.
Light travels faster then sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.
Well here`s another question.....why are most top concourse winners users of carnauba?
Anthony
"The Art & Science of Auto Detail"
I want to say what I`m thinking........but I won`t. I respect both media (at least in this thread). I`m having fun at the moment anyways, so why spoil it????
Originally Posted by Anthony Orosco
A simple answer could be tradition and the other would be the way SS paints re-act to carnuaba and its oils. :nixweiss
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