Matte paint finishes were first used by Hotrod and motorcycle
enthusiast and are now becoming more and more popular as an automotive paint
finish. I understand that BMW made it a pre-requisition to sign a waiver before
they would release a vehicle with this finish to be sold.
Love them or hate them they require a specific cleaning / care
regimen to maintain the finish. You cannot polish, wet-sand or use conventional wax or
use an automatic car wash that uses hot wax in the final rinse, as the
flattening agents that cause the matte appearance will become ‘levelled ‘The
textured finish is accomplished by a diffused 30 degree reflection and are
retained very close to the clear coat surface. By levelling the surface the
light will be reflected evenly and result in a ‘shine’. Use paint cleaner, Swissvax Opaque that is specifically formulated for a matte finish
For this reason the detailer’s clay process is not part of matte
paint care; almost all clay lubricants on the market utilize silicones. This does
not pose a problem for most paint, but on a matte car the silicone will pose
problems due to its filling tendencies. Detailer’s clay is an abrasive, which
may produce scratches that need to be removed with an abrasive polish; which
will result in a ‘shine’.
Use a machine polisher and an ultra soft, zero abrasive cut (100
PPI) foam pad) with a mild chemical paint cleaner it will remove surface
marring and leave it satin matte.
Use a
clear polymer coating (Opti-Seal), which will add a sacrificial barrier surface
protection and depth without adding gloss.
Swissvax Opaque products for matte finish paint and vinyl wraps have
been specifically developed (oil free) to ensure that they don’t change the
appearance in matt paint or vinyl wraps.
1.
Wash surface with Swissvax (SV) Opaque Car Bath and a 100 % cotton pile SV Waschpudel
2.
Prior to wax application the wrap needs to be totally free from
oils and dirt. Clean all wrapped surfaces with SV Opaque Pre-cleaner.
3.
Spray a 100% cotton micro fibre towel and apply to one panel at
a time.
4.
Wipe off with a clean 100% cotton towel
5.
Apply SV Opaque Wax to one panel at a time, this wax will provide depth without
adding a shine
6.
After the wax has out gassed and set-up, allow 2-3 hours and
then buff the surface with a soft 100%
cotton micro fibre towel
7.
Use Quick Finish Opaque to remove finger marks
and smudges.
Application
Swissvax
Car Bath Opaque
For best results, use at a dilution rate of 1:2000, which
equates to 10 ml (one capful) in a Swissvax Smart Bucket (each bottle contains enough
shampoo for approximately 25 washes). Simply add the correct amount of shampoo
to your bucket and then fill rapidly to the top with warm tap water. If your
water pressure is low and relatively few suds are produced, blast some cold
water into the bucket with your hose – this will quickly generate more suds.
Swissvax
Pre-Cleaner Opaque
For best results, lightly mist Swissvax Pre-Cleaner Opaque over
a single panel at a time, and immediately wipe the panel down to spread a thin,
even film of product using a 100% cotton micro fibre towel. Then refold your
towel, and wipe the panel down again to fully remove the film and reveal a
perfectly clean finish.
Swissvax
Opaque
Swissvax Opaque should only be applied by hand. For best
results, it should be applied to freshly cleansed paint or vinyl surfaces three
to four panels at a time and as thinly and evenly as possible using a Swissvax
Wax Applicator. The resulting film should then be buffed off within a few
minutes of application using a 100% cotton micro fibre towel; there is
absolutely no need to allow the film to dry fully before it is removed (if you
do, you will find that is more difficult to remove).
Swissvax
Quick Finish Opaque
For best results, lightly mist Swissvax Quick Finish Opaque over
a single panel at a time, and immediately wipe the panel down to spread a thin,
even film of product using a 100% cotton micro fibre towel l. Then refold your
towel and buff the panel down carefully to fully remove the film and reveal a
perfect finish.
Dr Beasley Matte Paint Cleanser - you cannot use detailing clay on a matte finish vehicle,
but the surface still needs to be prepped before applying a sealant. That’s
where Matte Paint Cleanser comes in. Rid your paint surface of microscopic
particles that hinder proper sealing, as well as stubborn debris left behind
after washing.
Matte Paint Sealant- utilizes advanced technologies to form a strong bond
with the paint which is only a molecule in thickness. This is important because
it allows all the tiny crevices and imperfections in your matte paint to
remain; preserving the matte effect
Care
instructions for 100% cotton micro fibre towel
(i) wash after each use in a washing machine at a low temperature
(40 °C) using a non-biological liquid detergent (avoid soap powders and
detergents containing bleach or fabric softeners); (ii) allow to dry
naturally on a line or tumble dry on a cool heat setting (avoid radiators and
other sources of high heat), and; (iii) store in a dry, dust-free environment whilst not in use
(lidded plastic storage boxes are ideal in this respect).
Always be
willing to learn; because the more you learn, the more you’ll realize what you
don’t know.
It is said that knowledge is power, with the caveat that
it includes access to a reliable information sources.
I would like to think that these articles become an asset to
anyone who is new to detailing and to professional’s alike, as well as industry
experts who seek to advance their knowledge.
I hope the
article are informative. By having some understanding of the ‘What’ and ‘Why’
as well as the ‘How’ along with a little science to help you understand how the
chemicals we use react, you can achieve the results you desire.
I would appreciate it if you would share
these articles as it helps other detailers further their knowledge.
Questions and/ or constructive comments
are always appreciated.
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