How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

[Nick Winn]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

Hey, I have a similar question about layering. A prior owner had my Spyder repainted and the color (dark metallic green), while beautiful, seems especially vulnerable to waterspots and stains. I assume this is just the curse of a less-than-factory aftermarket paint job but have done all I can to give it as much care and protection as possible. Right now I usually apply your competition (sorry) - CG Black Light sealer with Big White's hi-temp paste wax on top. That helps a lot with the waterspotting but doesn't cure it. I've picked up a bottle of your Hybrid Ceramic to try in hopes of getting better water resistance, but don't know where to put it in the layering. Does it go on top of the paste wax or does the wax go on top of it? What's your advice on the order of "stacking" these products? I realize you can't speak to the qualities of the stuff that isn't yours, but I'd be equally curious to try something like Meg's Ultimate Liquid Wax instead, to see how it compares.

Hybrid Ceramic Wax does utilize a Sio2/Ceramic base, which does offer higher levels of overall protection, compared to a carnauba/synthetic polymer based wax/protectant. Whether or not you are going to notice a difference in Hybrid Ceramic Wax's ability to prevent against water spots is tough to say. While we can promise you will most definitely see increase contact angle water beading & great durability, in addition, Hybrid Ceramic Wax does have the ability to layer, i.e., you should notice an increase in water beading performance after a few applications, scratch/stain resistance is one of those factors where it is going to be minimal.

[TreverT]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

Hybrid Ceramic Wax does utilize a Sio2/Ceramic base, which does offer higher levels of overall protection, compared to a carnauba/synthetic polymer based wax/protectant. Whether or not you are going to notice a difference in Hybrid Ceramic Wax's ability to prevent against water spots is tough to say. While we can promise you will most definitely see increase contact angle water beading & great durability, in addition, Hybrid Ceramic Wax does have the ability to layer, i.e., you should notice an increase in water beading performance after a few applications, scratch/stain resistance is one of those factors where it is going to be minimal.

Thanks for the info! What would you recommend for best waterspotting & stain protection?

[j2ee]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

Start from 6:36 of the follow video, man from Meguiar said applying the "standard application" two times would maximum the power of this product:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk-OwkIlYLs

Does he mean doing the "Application Method #1 - INITIAL APPLICATION / FOUNDATION LAYER" twice? Basically he means just keep doing the Method #1 but forget method #2 would always give the best result even it is less convenient?

[02Rodeo]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

What about on glass..same principle..

[Nick Winn]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

Start from 6:36 of the follow video, man from Meguiar said applying the "standard application" two times would maximum the power of this product:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk-OwkIlYLs

Does he mean doing the "Application Method #1 - INITIAL APPLICATION / FOUNDATION LAYER" twice? Basically he means just keep doing the Method #1 but forget method #2 would always give the best result even it is less convenient?

What he is saying if you want to get maximum performance right away, is to perform foundation layer first (wax as your dry), then after drying, perform the standard "wax as your rinse" application. By taking this extra step, you can get an increase in performance right away. Other option is, wait until next time vehicle is washed, to perform the wax as you rinse application.

[Nick Winn]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

What about on glass..same principle..

It is not going to hurt glass but will perform best on paint.

[snozan]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

I already done a "Foundation layer", and went straight to "wax as you rinse" application. However, am not 100% sure i got it right with the foundation layer, so my question is: Can i do this again to make sure i really got it 100%

[Murr1525]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

I already done a "Foundation layer", and went straight to "wax as you rinse" application. However, am not 100% sure i got it right with the foundation layer, so my question is: Can i do this again to make sure i really got it 100%

You can... It's kind of what I did... It gets a bit smeary if the first foundation coat was good.

But just keep applying water and drying to get rid of it....

[snozan]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

You can... It's kind of what I did... It gets a bit smeary if the first foundation coat was good.

But just keep applying water and drying to get rid of it....

Ah, yea i remember i read that somewere here Gonna give it a try. I put on HCW a week ago, and are planning to wash the car again then do the foundation layer again. This time with a applicator (however not on dry paint as i have seen many do, dont really think that is the right way with this).

Not easy to have a light OCD when it comes to car care "hmm, did i really do all? how can i tell? Oh well let put in on again, just to make sure"

[trom120]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

Which is the most compatible quick detail spray for use with the Hybrid Ceramic Wax?

[John in oz]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

I have Matt black decals on the bonnet that are hard to mask. Can I use HCW on these decals without any adverse affects? Also, can I use HCW on black plastic moulding on the bottom of the doors and around the wheel arches?

[Nick Winn]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

Which is the most compatible quick detail spray for use with the Hybrid Ceramic Wax?

Believe it or not, our A3316 Quik Detailer Mist & Wipe is most compatible, since, it is least likely to mask the water beading performance from Hybrid Ceramic Wax.

[Ach1302]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

Technically, yes, but if you over apply it (too many sprays per panel) it might become trickier to dry without streaking. Rinsing is really the preferred method for proper distribution of the product. If you're going to do it very regularly though, you can get away with a bit less product to make that drying process easier. And honestly, if you're going to get any streaking at all, it's going to be most noticeable on black paint but it's easily avoided by just not over using the product. We know a lot of people have the mind set that "if some is good, more is better" and they tend to hose it on!!!

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[TPB]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

SOLD! Well, actually, "bought"--I followed Nick's instructions for initial application and the car looked great (used it on the wheels, too). I used about 33%-40% of the bottle for the one application. Washed it again today (a month later) and it looks...great! Down the road (next spring) I'll definitely do the subsequent application method. I think this is an excellent, easy-to-use product that provides a great finish.

[Nick Winn]

Re: How to use Meguiar's NEW Hybrid Ceramic Wax!

SOLD! Well, actually, "bought"--I followed Nick's instructions for initial application and the car looked great (used it on the wheels, too). I used about 33%-40% of the bottle for the one application. Washed it again today (a month later) and it looks...great! Down the road (next spring) I'll definitely do the subsequent application method. I think this is an excellent, easy-to-use product that provides a great finish.

Thanks for sharing TPB! By the way, if the vehicle is not being maintained after washing with a Quik Detailer or Waterless Wash Spray, we always recommend washing weekly at minimum.