Getting a new paint job for your car can be expensive. Aside from that, your car would also look a little different than its original paint job even when you get the same paint color for it. Nothing beats the beauty and value of original paint that’s why a lot of car owners do their best to protect and maintain it. If you just bought a car and want to preserve its original paint, there are actually many different ways to protect your car’s paint. Read along and learn more.
Wash Regularly
Washing your car regularly is the simplest way to protect its paint. Regular washing helps reduce the damaging effects of the sun’s UV rays and also removes all the dirt that could accumulate on the car’s surface which could harm the paint.
When washing, be sure to use a soft cloth and an automotive cleaner. You could use an automotive clay bar and a no-salt seltzer to remove stubborn dirt like bird droppings and mud. Be sure to rinse properly and dry the car after washing to prevent water stains.
Polish with Car Wax
Polishing your car with car wax is another way to protect its paint. Aside from making your car shine like new, the wax itself acts as a protective layer that prevents dirt and moisture from getting into the car’s paint. For best results, it is recommended that you polish the car at least every six weeks or more frequently depending on your car usage.
Apply Ceramic Coating
A ceramic coating is a liquid polymer coat that is applied to the exterior of a car to protect its paint. Unlike regular wax, ceramic coatings last longer since it reacts to form a bond with the paint particles of the car. It also provides better protection for your car’s paint – from UV, chemical stains, scratches, moisture, and other external factors that could cause damage to your car’s paint. It also gives your car a shiny polish and lasts longer than a car wax, typically about 2 to 5 years.
Use a Car Cover
Aside from all those products that you could apply to your car, don’t forget to protect it using the very basic car cover. Choose a car cover that fits snugly and choose one made from materials that won’t scratch the car’s paint.
A car cover helps protect your car from fading due to UV, precipitation, and even dust and dirt especially when you park it outdoors. Be sure to choose a high-quality one that is waterproof to resist all those rain and precipitation yet breathable as well so that moisture won’t build up under the cover and damage your car’s exterior.
Protecting your car’s paint requires a little bit of effort. However, all your efforts are worth it when you see that your car still looks beautiful like new even if you already owned it for years. Maintain the beauty of your car without breaking the bank on a new paint job by trying out these protective measures.
