Every motorist seeks to ensure thatThe vehicle always looked neat and clean. To achieve a similar result allows modern polishing compositions. Not so long ago on the counters of the store there were only classic products. But today polishing with liquid glass has gained much popularity.
What is this means
Polished with liquid glass is carried out atspecial alkaline composition. Such polish is made on the basis of sodium silicate or potassium. The production of the material is carried out by fusing quartz sand with soda. As a result of this treatment, it turns out a qualitative composition and at the same time a safe product designed for pointing gloss on a vehicle.
What will be required
Liquid glass polishing requires preparationvehicle. However, before starting such work it is recommended to check the complete set of polishes. Together with this tool should be sold the following tools:
- basic composition and hardener;
- pipette, which can be easily mixed components;
- special fiber designed for hand polishing;
- protective gloves;
- soft sponge;
- towel.
If the kit does not have one of the tools, it is recommended to purchase it separately. Otherwise, gently polish the body will not work.
Vehicle preparation
To polish the car with liquid glass was successful, it is necessary to prepare the body well. First you should:
- Wash the car thoroughly, removing all dirt, dust and insects.
- The surface of the body must be well degreased.For these purposes it is recommended to use white alcohol, previously diluted in pure water. It should not be used for degreasing agents, which include low-quality alcohols or silicones. After processing, the car needs to be dried.
- If the body was covered before the application of liquid glasspolish, it must be completely removed. Otherwise, the new coating will be very bad to stick on the surface of the body. And this will significantly reduce its service life.
Where to polish
Polishing a car with liquid glass shouldbe carried out on a small site. The place must be dry, well ventilated. When working, the air temperature should be 10-40 ° C above zero. Experts recommend polishing the body in the garage. If the procedure will be carried out on the street, then the car should be put under a carport.
When applying a special compound to the surface of the body, it is necessary to prevent dirt, dust and direct sunlight from entering the vehicle.
What is worth considering
Polished car body liquid glass is quite time-consuming process.If you are new to the business, it is worth considering a few simple rules. First of all, do not apply a special compound immediately to the whole body. It should be covered first with a small piece. This will allow to evaluate how liquid glass is adjacent to the surface of the vehicle. If you get the expected result, you can safely proceed to polishing the entire car.
It is also worth considering that the means should be appliedon the body gradually, processing area by section. For example, you can start with the bumper and finish the roof. When one part of the car will be processed completely, you can proceed to polishing the next. This approach is required for two reasons. So the processing of the body will be performed better. In addition, the polish will not dry so quickly.
How to apply liquid glass
Полировка жидким стеклом должна начинаться с cooking a special composition. Before starting the mixing of components, it is necessary to carefully study the instructions and perform everything as indicated in it. Otherwise polish will turn out poor quality. When the composition is ready, you can proceed to its application to the surface of the body. In this case, you need to act very carefully.
On any part of the body is to put a smallamount of polish, and then rub it all with a soft cloth that should be included in the kit. When performing such work, it is worthwhile to ensure that dust does not come to the surface. When the whole body has been completely processed, it is necessary to leave the vehicle alone for six hours. The coating should dry out a bit.
It is worth noting that the full solidification of the liquidglass occurs 14 days after application. During this period, it is not recommended to wash the car body, especially at the car wash. After the specified time, the surface of the machine will be fully protected from moisture, exposure to sunlight, salt and other troubles.
Is it possible to speed up the process
How long does it take to polish with liquidglass? Reviews of car owners indicate that the whole process of body treatment in the quality of work takes about 6 hours. Many can not stand so much time. so the question arises, is it possible to speed up the polishing process? Many to simplify the work using additional tools, such as a grinding machine. At the same time for polishing should choose a soft polishing pad. Liquid glass is applied only at medium speed. It is not recommended to apply additional force to the grinding machine when polishing. Otherwise the surface will overheat.
If a grinder is not available, then an electric drill equipped with a special nozzle for fixing circles for polishing can be used for work.
How much is it
Polishing liquid glass do it yourselfmuch cheaper than polishing in a car dealership. It is worth noting that the price of quality tools is 3-6 thousand rudders. Of course, the cost of liquid glass is much higher than conventional polishes. However, this coating is much longer. The application of liquid glass does not require the use of special tools and special skills. And this, in turn, allows you to save.
In conclusion
After polishing the body with liquid glass is formedsmooth and neat coating. The vehicle becomes more well-groomed appearance. If necessary, such coverage can be updated. It is worth noting that the liquid glass is held on the surface of the body for one year. In this case, the coating can withstand up to 50 visits to specialized car washes. In addition, for the care of the body requires only a clean cloth and a bottle of water.
Polishing with liquid glass at home is quite real. Most importantly - stock up on all the necessary tools and patience. After that, you can get to work.
