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The drying aid directions are straight from the bottle, which I got from a US distributor in the northwest: Assuming QED is the same stuff worldwide, it’s good to know that it has alternative directions for dry application. I generally apply durable SiO2 toppers dry to get the most out of the...

I was able to do a full detail of my new-to-me 2015 X5 M, starting on Friday 8/9 and finishing up on Thursday 8/15. The paint is black sapphire metallic. It’s a nice mix of black look from > 10 feet away and greyish metallic when seen close. The below thread gives some discussion about my...

I just completed a decon and full correction of my new-to-me SUV (it was a blast but stressful in a good way). I`ll be posting separately about that effort once the LSP is on and cured. The current state of the vehicle is CarPro Essence applied, which I`m letting cure for 36 hours before...

I’m trying to help a friend who knows I like cars and asked what I know nothing about. She just got a red Tesla and found a detailer who will apply either 3M or Xpel. She’s also wondering if it’s worth it to coat whatever wrap she chooses. anyone who can provide me generic information about...

Has anyone tried both of these alone? The sale on Autopia has me interested. I see Mike P. often mention using the Surface Coating to refresh the other PBL Coatings but was curious how it would be as the base coating? The Surface Coating says up to 3 years longevity, but given I’ve heard the...

I want to order some one of these two tonight before sales end. What would be your pick for me (and why, if you want to share)? I have High Gloss but want one of the more durable PA spritz. Will be using as standalone or topper on Essence (won’t be used as a coating topper). Thanks in...

Hi All, In a recent thread (https://www.autopia.org/forums/detailing-product-reviews/190390-carpro-reload-alternatives-2.html?highlight=reload+alternative), we had put together a list of some (not all) of the different SiO2 Sprays, in an attempt to categorize them into "Coating/SiO2 lite" sprays...

What’s the difference? Or since I understand Viking Coat to be a legitimate coating, what exactly is Viking Shield meant for? Coating, coating topper, coating lite, stand-alone-something-else? Thanks in advance.

I’ve been showing my various LSPs on my Audi for awhile now. The below photos are from similar angles I have showed before, because that’s where I park my car and take pics from. This car has PBL Sealant as a base, then numerous spray toppers since a June, including PA High Gloss. 2 week’s...

Parents came to town for a few days, figured I would slap on new protection. Car previously had PBL Sealant from early February. It was still beading lightly, but mostly gone by this weekend (~7 months). Washed with Mckees Coating Prep Wash to strip remaining PBL. It did it’s job. No time to...

How long should I wait between coats of high gloss? It’s being used as a topper. I know folks have applied numerous times layering, so how long did you wait?

There are a few threads on the sister site about this, but no informative responses that I’ve seen. I’m inquiring whether the new Pro Primer Polish has any abrasives, and if it doesn’t (description states it doesn’t), how does it correct small defects? Is it expected that the pad itself does...

Has anyone used PA Gold Zircon (or any other Carnauba Arts) as a topper on a wax or sealant? Or only as a stand-alone? i ask because the description doesn’t mention topping, and I recall someone mentioning that it greatly reduced durability on their WG DGPS lsp. This makes me think it may...

Hi all! Just wondering if anyone from Autopia can elaborate on if/when new products become available on autopia.com? Products such as Blackfire SiO2 Spray Sealant, Pro Primer Polish and Coating Booster have been available for awhile now. Any specific reason they don’t show up here yet?

I’ve never tried Essence and I’m not a coating guy (I do this only as a hobby), but i’m looking into combos with stuff I already have that might excite me. Figured I would see if anyone has tried the following combos, or have any other combo ideas that aren’t pure coating right on top: Essence...