It is also the least expensive way to get real protection on unprotected paint before summer arrives.
What is included
- Complete exterior hand wash including wheels, tires and wells
- Careful drying to prevent hard-water spotting
- Hand-applied wax on all painted exterior panels
- Buff to remove residue, plus trim and tire dressing
- Exterior glass cleaned and treated
How long wax actually lasts in Sacramento
Expect roughly six to ten weeks from a carnauba wax on a vehicle parked outside here, less if the car sits in full sun all day on an uncovered lot. Heat is the enemy of wax — the same product that lasts a season in a mild coastal climate has a much shorter working life in Elk Grove in August.
If you want protection you do not have to think about every couple of months, a paint sealant or a ceramic coating is the better spend.
Wax on already-swirled paint
Wax fills and hides some very light marring temporarily, which is why paint often looks better right after waxing. It does not remove anything. Once the wax breaks down the swirls reappear. If the finish looks hazy in the sun, discuss a one-step paint correction before applying protection.
Frequently asked questions
Wax or sealant?
Wax for maximum warmth and depth of shine; sealant for durability in heat. Many Sacramento customers choose sealant for summer and wax before a show or sale.
Can you wax a matte or satin finish?
Not with a conventional wax — matte finishes need matte-specific products. Tell us the finish when booking.
Does wax protect against bird droppings?
It buys you time. Droppings still need to be removed quickly, especially on hot paint, or they will etch through the wax layer.
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