Every motorist strives to ensure that his vehicle always looked neat and clean. To achieve a similar result, modern polishing compositions allow. Not so long ago, only classic products were on the shelves of the store. But today, polishing has gained great popularity. liquid glass.
What is this remedy
Polishing is carried out using a special alkaline composition. Such a polish is made on the basis of sodium or potassium silicate. The production of the material is carried out by fusing quartz sand with soda. As a result of such processing, a product of high quality in composition and at the same time a safe product is obtained, intended for polishing a vehicle.
What will be required
Polishing with liquid glass requires preparation of the vehicle. However, before starting such work, it is recommended to check the complete set of polishes. The following tools should be sold with such a tool:
- base composition and hardener;
- pipette, which can easily mix the components;
- special fiber designed for manual polishing;
- protective gloves;
- soft sponge;
- towel.
If one of the tools is not included in the kit, it is recommended to purchase it separately. Otherwise, it will not be possible to carefully polish the body.
Vehicle preparation
In order for the polishing of a car with liquid glass to be successful, it is worth preparing the body well. For starters, you should:
Where to polish
Polishing should be done in a small area. The place must be dry, well ventilated. During operation, 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 canopy.
When applied special composition on the surface of the body, it is necessary to exclude dirt, dust and direct sunlight from hitting the car.
What to Consider
A car with liquid glass is a rather laborious process. If you are new to the business, it is worth considering a few simple rules. First of all, do not apply a special composition immediately to the entire body. You should cover a small piece first. This will allow you to evaluate how liquid glass adheres 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 agent should be applied to the body gradually, processing section by section. For example, you can start with a bumper and finish with a roof. When one part of the car is completely processed, you can start polishing the next one. This approach is required for two reasons. So the processing of the body will be performed better. In addition, the polish will not dry out so quickly.
How to apply liquid glass
Polishing with liquid glass should begin with the preparation of a special composition. Before you start mixing the components, you should carefully study the instructions and follow everything as indicated in it. Otherwise, the polish will turn out to be of poor quality. When the composition is ready, you can begin to apply it to the surface of the body. At the same time, you need to act very carefully.
It is worth applying a small amount of polish to any part of the body, and then rub everything with a soft cloth, which should be included in the kit. When performing such work, it is worthwhile to ensure that dust does not get on the surface. When the entire body is completely processed, it is necessary to leave the vehicle alone for six hours. The coating should dry out a little.
It should be noted that the complete solidification of liquid glass occurs 14 days after application. During this period, it is not recommended to wash the car body, especially at a car wash. After the specified time, the surface of the machine will be completely protected from moisture, exposure to sunlight, salts and other troubles.
Is it possible to speed up the process
How long does polishing with liquid glass take? Reviews of car owners indicate that the entire process of processing the body with high-quality work takes about 6 hours. A lot of people can't take that long. so the question arises, is it possible to speed up the polishing process? Many people use additional tools to simplify the work, for example, a grinder. In this case, for polishing, you should choose a polishing soft pad. Liquid glass is applied only at medium speeds. Applying additional force to the grinder when polishing is not recommended. Otherwise, the surface will start to overheat.
If a grinder is not available, then an electric drill equipped with a special nozzle for fixing polishing wheels can be used for work.
How much is it
Do-it-yourself polishing with liquid glass is much cheaper than polishing in a car dealership. It is worth noting that the price of a quality product is 3-6 thousand rudders. Of course, the cost of liquid glass is much higher than conventional polishes. However, this coating lasts much longer. The application of liquid glass does not require the use of special tools and special skills. And this, in turn, saves money.
In conclusion
After polishing the body with liquid glass, a smooth and neat coating is formed. The vehicle looks more well-groomed. If necessary, this coating can be updated. It is worth noting that liquid glass is kept on the surface of the body for one year. At the same time, the coating can withstand up to 50 visits to specialized car washes. In addition, body care requires only a clean rag and a bottle of water.
Polishing with liquid glass at home is quite real. The most important thing is to stock up on all necessary tools and patience. After that, you can get to work.
The modern construction market offers a lot of high-tech products for strengthening concrete foundations. Not the last place in this list is occupied by liquid glass, also known under a different name - silicate glue.
Any structures made on the basis of artificial stone must maintain strength and reliability throughout the entire period of operation. This can be hindered only by such a lack of concrete as porosity. Moisture, air, aggressive substances can penetrate into the pores, which leads to a lot of problems during operation. Special impregnations help to fight the porous structure of the bases., but today liquid glass will be considered.
Liquid glass is a long-established method of processing building surfaces
What is liquid glass
According to the state standard, liquid glass is a viscous adhesive solution based on sodium, potassium silicates, etc., and water. The material is produced by fusing quartz sand, soda. The second method is the autoclave processing of silica-based raw materials and a special concentrated solution, after crushing it is dissolved in water. The least commonly used method is the dissolution of silicon in an alkali solution, which most closely corresponds to the classical method. For the first time, silicate glue was obtained in 1818, and since then the composition of liquid glass has remained virtually unchanged.
The material is suitable for conducting external and internal works in industrial, individual, commercial construction.
If we talk about the classification, the product is characterized as follows:
- by type of alkaline cation (quaternary ammonium, lithium, sodium, potassium);
- according to the modular or mass ratio of oxides of potassium, sodium, lithium, silicate module (in fact, this is the ratio of silicon oxide to sodium oxide, multiplied by a special coefficient);
- by the content of impurity oxides;
- by density (g/cm3).
Types of liquid glass
Depending on the silicates used in the production process, the material is divided into three main types:
- sodium liquid glass- compositions of this type demonstrate excellent adhesion, good interaction with mineral bases. This results in a very strong structure. Finished coatings can be used in various climatic conditions. External negative factors will not affect the waterproofing and anti-corrosion characteristics of the finished layer created on the basis of sodium silicate glue. Bases receive additional fire resistance;
- potash liquid glass- this variety is also resistant to moisture, acid attack, precipitation and other atmospheric phenomena. The main difference from the analogue presented above is the absence of glare on the impregnated base. This is appreciated when doing outdoor work. In addition, this variety is introduced into the composition of silicate paints and painting compositions;
- liquid glass lithium- lithium hardener is characterized by a high dry residue. It is used for dust removal, compaction, hardening of new or old concrete bases. The composition is characterized by a high content of active lithium - 11%, therefore it can be applied to concrete of any age, increasing abrasive resistance up to 15-40%.
In fact, any option can be used to impregnate concrete. However, sodium silicate glue is cheaper, potassium glue has improved technical characteristics, lithium is the most durable. When choosing a product, it makes sense to look at the technical specifications. For concrete, they work with compositions with a silicate module of 2.8-3.0, a density of 1.44-1.48 g / cm³.
Scope of application
In construction, silicate adhesives are used to protect foundations from groundwater, to waterproof concrete floors, floors, walls, basements, attics.
There are liquid varieties on the market, ready to use and granular, which need to be diluted with water in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendation.
The composition works for waterproofing pools - this type of impregnation eliminates the possibility of destruction of the bowl and leaks, plus it provides protection from the negative effects of groundwater.
In this version of waterproofing, liquid glass is applied in 3-4 layers. In any case, protection from the destructive action of moisture is provided, the base acquires fire-retardant characteristics both inside and outside the premises. In other cases, liquid glass is used to provide waterproofing of wells.. The work is being carried out in stages - the first layer is pure silicate glue, the second is silicate glue + cement-sand mixture. Silicate adhesives can be used undiluted, diluted, as part of various additives, impregnations, mixtures.
Specifications and properties
Impregnation of concrete with liquid glass carries a high functional load. First of all, the material acts as a water repellent, - after processing, the base repels water well. We can talk about the antiseptic and antistatic effect, which saves the surface from the growth of bacteria, static electricity.
The ability of liquid glass to work as a hardener is interesting - it increases the density of artificial stone, filling the pores. And the last property that I want to talk about - silicate glue acts as a flame retardant. This indicates protection from acid exposure, an increase in refractory properties.
Table 1. Specifications liquid glass
Advantages
The first advantage that this type of impregnation brings is the extension of the service life of concrete structures.
The material works on concrete for at least 5 years. This is not the maximum that modern impregnations give, but against the background of low cost - just a gift.
In addition, we can talk about a number of other positive characteristics:
- increase in abrasion resistance, hardness, resistance to chemical attack. This is especially true for plinths. The material applied to the plastered concrete dampens such environmental influences as impacts, friction, snow, rain, dust, temperature changes;
- reduction in water permeability - say, concrete gables, external walls, concrete platforms often turn out to be soaked through after heavy rainfall. Silicate glue will help get rid of this problem;
- we can talk about stable protection against chemistry. The composition protects the artificial stone from the action of alkalis, acids, salts;
- strengthening, locking pores - the material is used both inside and outside the premises on plain or plastered concrete. Impregnation fills irregularities, ruts, pores of the base, which is especially important in places with a windy and damp climate;
- the alkaline composition of the impregnation causes an antiseptic effect;
- low consumption against the background of affordable cost;
- work can be carried out in conditions of high humidity.
Disadvantages:
- rapid setting of the solution. Time of work is limited;
- the resulting film layer is brittle, which excludes the possibility of using several types of hydroprotection.
Brief technology:
For processing, a composition diluted with water in a certain proportion is used.
Brushes, rollers or an airbrush are taken to work.
The number of layers 1-2 and above.
Tools for concrete impregnation with liquid glass
The introduction of any impregnation requires preliminary preparation of concrete.
To implement this stage of work, you will need the following equipment:
- grinding machines- they work on concrete with powerful and productive devices; a set of discs with varying degrees of graininess will also be required;
- sandblasters, shot blasters- hardy, powerful machines with a bunker volume of 30-50 liters are taken for preparation. Such installations require connection to a compressor, which should also be borne in mind. Productivity should not be lower than 5-10 sq.m./h;
- hard screed brushes- the tool is used for a limited amount of work, in small areas and in hard-to-reach areas;
- industrial (construction) vacuum cleaners- for effective removal of dust and sludge, a device with high suction power is required - from 250 bar. In addition, it is convenient to work with machines with a large garbage bin - 30-50 liters. It is required to check that the brush of the vacuum cleaner fits snugly on the floor;
- construction drill with mixing attachment- in some cases, special mixtures are prepared on the basis of liquid glass. For their preparation, this particular tool is used, with a power of 1400 W, a speed of 400-700 rpm, the ability to work in the forward and reverse direction.
After finishing work, it is enough to rinse the tool with warm water.
If the work area is small, hand grinders are often used. In addition, it is a compact tool that will help to process junctions and other hard-to-reach areas.
Liquid glass is applied with brushes, rollers or spray guns:
- with this type of impregnation, they work with flute brushes of various sizes based on mixed pile;
- rollers should be selected based on the area of \u200b\u200bwork. The most convenient is a tool on a telescopic handle based on velor with a medium pile;
- spray guns - it is convenient to work with such equipment on ceilings, walls, including in pools, tanks, etc. In a professional environment, samples are used that can provide pressure from 2 bar ..
Despite the fact that silicate glue does not emit toxic substances, personal protective equipment is used in the work. These are painting overalls, safety shoes, gloves, glasses. When preparing grounds for respiratory or dust protection, respirators are worn.
Technology of impregnation of concrete bases with liquid glass
Works on the device of concrete bases are carried out quickly enough, - the number of technological operations is small.
The silicate adhesive itself in a liquid consistency is ready for use - it is enough to carefully move it with a construction mixer. Concrete impregnation works are carried out at a temperature not lower than +5 degrees. After taking the material, the container is kept tightly closed.
Other requirements:
- it is impossible to start work on the processing of external surfaces if frosts are expected on the street in the next day;
- if the base is covered with frost or ice, the material is not applied;
- if horizontal planes are impregnated, puddles should not be allowed to form.
Any base must be prepared - liquid glass is applied only to clean and dry surfaces.
Principles of preparation of concrete bases:
- the upper loose layers, including ironing, laitance are removed. To do this, you can apply several methods. On large areas, they operate with sandblasting, shot-blasting machines, grinders;
- in junctions and in hard-to-reach areas use hand tools;
- the resulting sludge is cleaned with a construction vacuum cleaner and hard brushes.
Waterproofing with liquid glass of the floor and flat roof
Work is carried out after the removal of the old coating, - there should be no sludge, debris on the surface. To do this, they clean with a metal brush, use a construction vacuum cleaner. Further, the base is treated with a bitumen emulsion, observing a layer thickness of 2 mm.
When the composition sets, a solution with liquid glass is poured onto the surface with a layer of 2-3 mm. The coating is leveled with a squeegee or spatula. Before applying the next layer, a technological break is arranged for 2-3 hours. Next, layer 2 is poured.
Working loads on the surface after processing are permissible after 2 days
Liquid glass impregnation of concrete wells, pools
The mixture for waterproofing is prepared on the basis of 1 part of silicate glue, 9 parts of cement mortar.
Maximum processing efficiency is ensured by following the specified sequence:
- concrete is cleaned of dust and other contaminants with brushes;
- the first layer of impregnation is applied using a roller or brush;
- after 30 minutes, another layer is applied to the surface;
- the material should be distributed as evenly as possible, without gaps;
- next, prepare a solution based on cement and liquid glass;
- the finished mixture is applied to the surface with a spatula. Work is carried out quickly, taking into account the low viability of the solution (15-20 minutes).
Impregnation of basements, plinths with liquid glass
In such areas, pure liquid glass is rarely used. A solution based on equal parts of cement, silicate glue, and water is taken into work. Cement is closed with water, liquid glass is introduced. The mixture is brought to a homogeneous consistency using a construction mixer.
All surfaces are treated with a liquid preparation using brushes or rollers.. The viability of such impregnation is 30 minutes. If there is an additional task of protecting the bases from fungus, mold, dampness, the surface is additionally treated with clean liquid glass in 1-2 layers.
Liquid glass impregnation of concrete walls and ceilings
Surface pre-treatment is based on liquid glass and water. Both components are mixed in proportions of 4:1. The bases are covered in 2-3 layers, following the principles of layer-by-layer drying. Additionally, you can prime the screed by applying a solution based on 1 part of liquid glass, 2 parts of cement mortar.
On large areas, it is advisable to use a spray gun. It is convenient for them to work when processing large vertical surfaces, hard-to-reach horizontal overlaps, etc. Plus, it provides a high application speed.
Sequence of work:
- cleaning of the base is carried out in accordance with accepted standards;
- the spray gun must be ready for work;
- liquid glass is sprayed in the required direction;
- 2-3 mm is enough to form a full-fledged layer;
- layer-by-layer drying takes no more than three hours. The total number of layers is 2-3.
Safety
Liquid glass is not explosive and does not support combustion. The composition is non-toxic. In case of contact with skin or mucous membranes, rinse with plenty of warm water.
For finished formulations, appropriate storage conditions must be provided.. Materials are placed in a cool, dry place. The temperature level can range from +5 to +40 degrees. However, liquid glass is characterized by frost resistance (up to -30 degrees) and can be maintained for at least 5 thawing / freezing cycles, without loss of consumer parameters. Storage near equipment in operation or heating elements forbidden.
Care must be taken to properly dispose of the product. Its remains are not drained onto the soil, into sewers, water bodies.
Containers with dried liquid glass residues are disposed of as other construction and household waste.
The cost of impregnating concrete with liquid glass
The price of the material starts from 50 r / kg. But, in general, the trend is that the final cost depends on the required volume and type of liquid glass. Work on the installation of a waterproofing layer will require costs from 1300 r / m³.
conclusions
If we talk about the overall effectiveness of impregnations based on liquid glass, then I cannot call this solution optimal for working on concrete. Still, silicate glue should be introduced into the solution at the preparation stage - only in this way the finished system will fully receive all the benefits that the material can give.
External processing is an order of magnitude inferior to analogues in terms of final properties and characteristics, although it is a budget option. In addition, liquid glass does not carry any decorative load, it seizes extremely quickly, which can become an obstacle in the implementation of work on some objects.
However, if it is required to impregnate concrete with a minimum of costs, it is liquid glass that becomes good choice. In recent years, potassium and sodium compounds have been especially actively used, but it is better to purchase the lithium version.
The practical aspects of applying liquid glass to concrete are shown in the video:
Each motorist strives to protect the body of his car from an aggressive external environment. For these purposes, manufacturers offer special autocosmetics. Wax, epoxy, vinyl, teflon are effective products. However, the treatment with “liquid glass” exceeds the above technologies by several times in terms of duration and quality of machine protection.
Types of polishing
Polishing can be done with an aerosol, liquid or paste polish. Each of them has its own specifics. Pasty is suitable for the side parts of the body, liquid is ideal for horizontal, and aerosol is universal.
There are polymer, silicone and wax polishes. Their main drawback is their fragility.
In addition to "liquid glass" there is also abrasive and protective polishing. allows you to remove scratches, bumps and roughness. Protective gives shine and protects against corrosion.
"Liquid glass" is a kind of "two in one", as it combines the properties of abrasive and protective polishes.
What is "liquid glass"?
An aqueous solution of alkali metal silicates (potassium or sodium) obtained by fusing soda with quartz sand or silica-containing raw materials with concentrated solutions of sodium hydroxide. This Japanese invention appeared in 2008. Its main task is to protect the paintwork of the car body from external factors. After processing, the car becomes shiny, and the coating resembles glass to the touch. It is very difficult to achieve such a gloss with ordinary painting. At the same time, the material has a number of other useful qualities.
After treatment with liquid glass, the surface of the body becomes so smooth that at a speed of 70-80 kilometers per hour, the use of wipers is not necessary.
After treatment with liquid glass, the surface of the body becomes so smooth that at a speed of 70-80 kilometers per hour, the use of wipers is not necessary.
Advantages of "liquid glass"
- Reliable protection of the body from the sun, rain, snow;
- Long service life - up to three years;
- Additional paint protection against fading;
- Resistance to minor mechanical damage;
- Savings on car wash due to increased water and dirt repellency;
- Resistance to chemical influences, for example, to reagents used on roads in winter;
- Anti-corrosion protection;
- Savings on car painting;
- Relatively low cost.
Who is the liquid glass technology intended for?
First of all, for motorists who are worried about every scratch. After processing, your car will be reliably protected from such troubles. Thanks to the "liquid glass" owners of new cars get the opportunity to preserve the beauty of their car. The original color will be the same for five years!
Is bodywork possible at home?
Practice shows that the duration of the service life of the coating also depends on its correct application. In order to require experience, equipment, as well as careful implementation of all stages of the process. It often happens that even service station employees, who rarely do this work, do not adhere to the technology. This leads to ugly “streaks” and surface glare.
Important
The quality of the road on which you regularly drive depends on the effectiveness of the use of any body coating. For example, European service stations provide a 2-3 year warranty. Based on Russian realities, this figure may be less - from one to two years.
Within two weeks after polishing, you should not use car shampoos and any other active compounds. This will allow the coating to harden.
The quality of "liquid glass" is determined by the module. It shows the ratio in a solution of silicon oxide and sodium oxide or potassium oxide. The larger it is, the better the quality is.
All car enthusiasts know that after a certain period (usually 2-3 years), microscopic scratches and minor abrasions become visible on the car paintwork. Body painting is expensive, so a sufficient number of polymer or wax-based polishes are produced to combat this phenomenon. However, none of them provides protection for a car for more than a few months. To save motorists from the need to constantly or paint it, Japanese developers have released liquid glass for paintwork. It protects the surface much more effectively from road abrasives, and it lasts for up to 1 year (manufacturers promise results up to 3 years, but this is impossible in the Russian climate and roads).
Liquid glass This coating for the car body is produced in 2 versions:
- for light;
- for dark cars.
Each of the coatings emphasizes the color saturation for certain shades of car paint, while being transparent.
Experts note that the advantages of coverage are obvious: it is more reliable protection due to the composition (the basis is sodium, silicon or potassium oxide), and a mirror finish for coating in any condition, and a long period of use.
The disadvantages of the composition are, perhaps, the impossibility of eliminating and masking deep scratches, as well as how much the material costs (but this, given the expense and duration of the product, is justified).
H-7 — polish liquid glass 100ml Please note that liquid glass coating is intended not only to prevent re-painting of the car body, but also to:
- auto glass;
- rims;
- other chrome parts.
This will prevent the formation of stains on the surface after precipitation.
Liquid glass should not be considered a panacea for any damage - it is most effective with minimal scratches or even their absence. Despite how much it costs to process a car with liquid glass with your own hands compared to a comprehensive restoration, if your car is not new and its body is badly scratched, it’s better to do the grinding and painting yourself.
Car body polishing with "liquid glass" Necessary equipment
Before you find a use for liquid glass, check if you have everything you need for preparatory and basic work:
- liquid glass included;
- car shampoo;
- degreaser;
- sponge for washing;
- microfiber cloth (does not leave small lint on the surface).
To ensure better adhesion, you can add a special cleaner Glass Body Cleaner to the above list. It acts as a base for the glass, adding depth to the shine. After it dries, you can apply the main composition.
Necessary equipment for car polishing Surface preparation
The application of the composition begins with the preparation of the car, which takes place in several stages:
- Checking the contents of the product. As a rule, liquid glass is sold together with fiber and polishing towels, gloves, a sponge, and a hardener pipette (the last 2 components are present only in two-component formulations). Each of the components performs a specific function. Therefore, it is better not to look for a replacement for him among improvised means, but to buy in a store.
- Engage in the preparation of the car body. First you need to wash the car surface from dirt and dust with your own hands, then dry it and apply a degreaser (alcohol or white spirit diluted in water) to it. Do not use a silicone-based cleaner or low-quality alcohol. If you previously covered the body with polish, remove it with a special paste. The presence of any film between the paintwork and liquid glass will cause a short period of use of the product.
- Choose a place to work. The best option is a garage - it is dry, warm there (the optimum temperature for applying the composition is +20 degrees) and air penetrates there. Do not apply the product in open space - dust will quickly settle on liquid glass, ruining it appearance. Direct UV rays are bad for the product.
Application of the composition
Covering a car with liquid glass has its own characteristics:
- before applying the product to the body, try how it interacts with the area of \u200b\u200bthe automotive surface. If it does not stick well, you need to either better wash the car from dirt and polish, or re-read the instructions for diluting the product;
- the composition must be applied to a separate section of the car body (wing or bumper). This will help you process the paintwork better;
- do not let the polish dry out - depending on the consistency, it may begin to dry out after a few minutes after application;
- rub the material in a circular motion with a soft piece of cloth;
- make sure that there is no dirt on the work surface.
Applying "liquid glass" polish to a car body Do-it-yourself liquid glass processing involves drying the car body for 3-6 hours. During this time, polymerization will occur, and the composition will completely harden within 2 weeks. During this period, liquid glass manufacturers do not recommend washing the car either by hand or at a car wash. Even after drying, the vehicle should only be washed on contactless car wash to prevent damage to the car's paintwork.
The latest trend from polish manufacturers is liquid glass for cars. Material with this name has been known for about two centuries. Most often it is an aqueous alkaline solution of potassium or sodium. It has excellent adhesive properties and does not let water through, so it was most often used in construction for waterproofing. But a different chemical composition is used to protect the car body. This is silicon dioxide, which can be used to make synthetic glass.
Japanese innovation
Japan gave impetus to the use of this material for the manufacture of polishes. It was there that liquid glass was first used as a protective coating car body. It happened in 2008 and gradually got to us. Such protection is becoming increasingly popular due to the fact that it stays on the surface of the car for an unusually long time. The developers talk about two to three years of reliable operation, but domestic car dealerships reduce these figures to a year, citing special weather conditions and road quality, in which liquid glass wears out faster.
After a couple of years of operation, the paintwork (LKP) of the car begins to require enhanced protection. It has chips, scratches, cracks and abrasions. As a result, it begins to lose its appearance. Various polishes come to the rescue, which are most often made from wax, silicones and various polymers. They return the appearance of the vehicle, but this effect does not last long, so the procedure has to be repeated again and again. The use of liquid glass for applying a protective coating removes this problem. New technology has revolutionized car care – now the car body can be protected for a long time. Many are interested in the question of where to get this miracle remedy and whether it can be applied with your own hands or you need to visit a car service.
Japan is the undisputed leader in protecting the car body from environmental influences. Among the products manufactured in this country, Wilson polishes have become the most popular. By and large, they serve as a benchmark for brands from other manufacturers. Japan has managed to create an excellent car care product, which has no analogue in modern practice. Liquid glass produced by Wilson, when applied to a car body, has the following properties:
- high strength and long service life;
- dirt and water repellent effect;
- does not have abrasive properties;
- retains the original color of the body and gives a mirror shine.
There are no restrictions for applying this coating to a car body with your own hands, you can verify this by watching the video.
Complete set of polishes
The polish kit includes everything you need. You will not need any special tools for applying the coating on the body with your own hands.
The set, which you can buy, and if not, order, includes:
- basic composition and hardener;
- pipette for mixing them;
- a napkin for polishing the body with your hands;
- protective gloves;
- sponge and towels.
It is important that the kit comes with instructions in Russian. But, as the well-known saying says, it’s better to see once than hear a hundred times, so it won’t hurt to watch a video on how the coating is applied to the body in reality.
Preparation for application
Before processing, the car should be properly prepared, namely:
- well cleaned of contaminants;
- wash thoroughly;
- degrease and dry.
If before that it was already covered with polish, then it should be removed. Low-quality alcohols or compositions containing silicone are unsuitable for body preparation.
It is very important that there is no intermediate layer between the paintwork and the applied liquid glass, which can impair adhesion.
The temperature during the performance of work should be in the range from +10 °С to +40 °С. Therefore, if work is carried out in winter, then the garage must be heated. Applying liquid glass to heated surfaces is not allowed, so the car should not stand in the sun for a long time before that. In practice, the complete processing of the body takes from 3 to 4 hours.
Stages of work
The general rules for working with liquid glass are as follows. Body paint protection is applied in a place protected from the sun, moisture and dust. A well-washed garage is quite suitable for such purposes. Before you completely process the entire surface of the body with your own hands, it is better to choose a small area and try the product on it. Before starting work, you should watch the video again to remember the sequence, main stages and methods of work.
After applying liquid glass to the body, the car should be left to dry for at least six hours so that the composition is completely crystallized and its full adhesion to the paintwork occurs. The process of final stabilization of the material structure is quite long, so it is forbidden to wash the vehicle with chemically active agents for another week.
Very important point when applying body protection is the staging of the work. If you carefully watch the video, how they are made by hand, you will notice that each detail is processed separately. This is due to the fact that the composition quickly seizes and a large area of the paintwork of the body can simply not have time to grind. If the material hardens, then it will be very difficult to remove it.
It should be noted that the products are available in two versions: for light and dark cars, so it is better to buy or order a product that matches the color.
According to polish manufacturer Wilson, Japan withstands up to 50 car wash visits in a metropolis, which is certainly an outstanding result. Even if you make allowances for excellent weather conditions and divide this figure by two, the result will still be impressive.
Received effect
Liquid glass for a car is, of course, the best tool for protecting paintwork today. And Japan is the leader in this direction. The effect of using the product is especially evident if you look at the video, what the car body looks like before and after do-it-yourself coating. After the work is done, the car looks flawless, as if it had just rolled off the assembly line. This is evidenced by numerous reviews of those who managed to try out this type of polish.
Now the body may not be afraid of dirt, because as a result of processing it will become immune to it and it will stop sticking to paintwork. As a result, a small amount of water in the bottle will be enough to completely tidy up the appearance of the body after a long trip on dirty roads. The behavior of the car in the rain will also change. Dirty stains appearing in abundance from falling drops during standard bodywork will almost completely disappear from it.
Cost indicators
The cost of such a tool for protecting the car body is significantly higher than that of standard polishes (from 3.5 to 6 thousand rubles), but given the duration of operation and additional benefits, it may well be considered acceptable. The tool does not require additional tools, which allows you to save on it. But it should be borne in mind that the surface of the body before applying it must be cleaned with great care. This means that you will need to take into account the cost of these works, which require the purchase of additional materials. If we consider that Japan is a leader in the production of vehicles, then for deep cleaning I'll have to buy more Wilson clay. There are reviews on the Internet about the combined use of these tools, accompanied by photos and videos, and they are very optimistic.