Car Detailing Secrets: Darren reveals another trick of off-label use with Meguiar's Xpress Wax
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You can also use this spray wax/sealant on a lot of household things!
1. Spray on a microfiber and wipe down your gorilla glass smartphone. It will repel fingerprints better and the glass will be as slick as it was when it was brand new.
2. After cleaning (meguiars all purpose cleaner works well), spray wax your shower door and it will not fog and stain for a long time.
3. This stuff makes granite and quartz counters slick and a lot easier to clean off.
This synthetic spray wax contains no actual wax, just hydrophobic synthetic conditioners that behave like a wax. Incredible stuff. I love it so much, my only concern is that it might cause addiction.
also use it on stainless steel appliances, just buff it in the direction of the grain. keeps fingerprints off
This might be the single best detailing tip I've ever gotten. Tried this out yesterday: exactly the type of finish I've been looking for, super easy, no streaks on aluminium or nav. Thanks for the tip Darren!
After watching this and your other 3 part series I bought the Xpress Wax... I gottal say that THIS STUFF WORKS WONDERS. I use it on my Black 2016 Accord Touring and it keeps the car both inside and out looking fabulous. I never would have thought to use it for the interior but I am so glad to have learned that from you. I really enjoy your videos and thanks for taking the time to make them.
Hey Darren, great video! Just tried your technique on a buddy's car, he went nuts! The interior came out better than new! Thanks pal! Keep the videos coming👍
kevin rafferty Right on! Sweetness!
+Auto Fetish Detail I stille use this technique. It works great. BUT now I protect the windshield with ; I cover it a microfiber before I use the spray to avoid to get some wax on it. Because the wax protects the glass, yes ! But when it's raining, the wiper will be noisy because of the protection.
I got the problem last time. So I use degreaser on the windshield and I clay it. No more noise.
J'utilise toujours cette technique. Elle fonctionne vraiment bien. Par contre je préfère protéger le parebrise en le recouvrant d'une microfibre. Ca m'évite d'avoir de la cire sur le pare-brise. La cire protège les vitres mais quand il pleut, les essuie-glaces deviennent bruyants. Par contre, pour tout le reste, à utiliser sans modération !
Quand j'ai eu ce souci , j'ai dégraissé le pare-brise ai passé un coup de clay. Plus de bruit.
Love that shot to show the shine!! WOW!!
Karen Prim "Shine Reigns Supreme"
going to go get myself some Meguiar's Xpress Wax give it a go. thanks for the vid and all the tips its much appreciated have a great day.
mac21ish and thanks for hanging out with us for awhile!
I just ordered this wax and can't wait to use it on our new black car. What towels do you recommend Darren? How do you keep your towels organized so you know how old they are and which cars to use them on. Thanks again Darren for taking time out of your busy day to make these videos for all of us I will be buying more products from your website it's the least we all should do to give back for all you do for us. Have a wonderful weekend. Paul
Paul Rhodes I appreciate it.As far as towels go, the majority of the cloths I use are the Costco micro-fibers. I have various types of MF's based on the job i want to perform; I choose accordingly. As you wash them, you will know how to separate them for work. I have 3 categories of the Costco MF's.
Brand-new are for the pristine cars of polish/wax removal. Then once they have been washed once, they are down graded to lighter colored cars. Once they become soiled after a few washing's, then they are for interior cleaning, then once they are heavily soiled, they are for exterior cleaning.
Thank you very much for all your advise! Sorry for all the rookie questions just really anal about doing things the right way and thats the reason I really enjoy all of your helpful videos. I recently had two back surgeries and loved researching detailing techniques during my down time and your videos are my favorite and got me through some tough days. I really appreciate what you do for all of us you have no idea how it impacts life's beyond just detailing. Have a wonderful weekend with your beautiful family. Paul
Paul Rhodes Thanks Paul! Sorry to hear about your back; I wish you well and a speedy recovery!
Xpress wax is the best spray wax I've used hands down. So easy to use and streak free.
Thumbs up on this tip! Xpress Wax smells amazing and works on a bunch or surfaces. Its truly a great product that'll I'll keep around.
Have u try spraying on the wax while the car is still wet???
An excellent job there, superb shine for a spray wax.
Yes it works. Manage to get a bottle & trying it for the last 2 days. The shine level is pretty amazing and I got more costly products. This is good as...
woncho1 Sweetness!
Use the spray wax. I use it on new xc90. Center consol. Brings it up nice get rid of all finger marks. Thank you
One question, aren't you supposed to wash every microfiber cloth before you use them for the first time? I might have missed you saying it though, when watching this video. Keep up the good work!
I'll have to give this s try.
Hello Darren! Have you experienced residue when using the x-wax? I was using it today dusting the interior of a one month old car and noticed residue on the smooth surfaces i.e.. door jams, black and silver plastic on dash etc. I thought I remembered you saying you liked it because of no residue like the APC but I could be wrong. Thank you for all the help you provide us newbies have a wonderful night.
just ordered this, your videos are great, lots of info.
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Hey Darren! Your videos have helped me SO much! I can't begin to thank you. I use just about every product you use. Starting up a mobile detailing business. Just bought Meguiars super degreaser/all purpose cleaner/wheel brighter/hyper dressing. Just wondering do you use Meguiars leather conditioner & cleaner or Quik detail spray? Or does this Xpress wax replace those in YOUR opinion? Appreciate it! Keep it simple!
Believe it or not...20 years ago I bought a leather jacket in Italy and the sales person told me to maintain the leather jacket by polishing it with NIVEA cream. Yes thats right NIVEA facial cream. Since that jacket, all my car leather seats are treated with nivea facial cream and it is an absolute gold. You get Rehydrated leather that is so soft and smooth. By the way ,I have never used it on a light coloured leather.
Hi Darren, I have an idea for a video -- many of your videos help the garage detailer cut to the chase. But there are bits here and there. How about putting together one video for the garage detailer regarding the basic products they can use to save them the hassle of buying one, than other, than another, etc. I bet you could save folks a lot of hassle. Thanks for the videos! Shine reigns supreme!
***** That is my idea; specifically the guy looking to start a business on a shoe string budget. That is why I have a page entitled "Darren's Must Have's":www.best-auto-detailing-tips.com/professional-car-detailing-products.html (which is still a work in progress) . I ti s products I think a professional needs to have at a minimum. I also need to create the same thing for the driveway detailer but in retail packaging/size form and will also be working on that. Just so busy.....6-7 days a week of detailing cars then every day working on the computer with all this other "stuff"
Yes I bought 500 dollars in chemicals and I have used more of my x press wax more than my inrerior cleaner I love this product !!
Smokers Delight You and I both.
Another great video- thanks for sharing! Do you have any videos on how you clean and maintain convertible tops?
hey darren, have you tried a microfiber wash liquid ? its great for restoring the fibers so you don't need to keep buying new cloths:) and again, Nice video! learned a lot from you and applying your techniques and tricks here in the Netherlands
Now I use it in my bathroom too. On the shower glass. No more water will stick on it. ;-)
Hi Darren! Love your great educational videos! Well done!!! Any suggestions on how to get self tanner off my cashmere colour leather seats??? Much appreciate any of your knowledge.....Thank you, Lydia
One word Darren FLAWLESS 😁
After I watched few of your videos, this video applied to me the most. The reason I said most because you showed the "All in one" product which is so practical to me. I'm just a hobby diy'er and my wife just bought a brand new car. So guess who has to roll up the sleeves now :)
BTW I did clicked in your link and bought quite a few products.
Last... the car only 2 weeks old and the back seat's ivory color leather already got a mark from the car seat, How do I clean it?. Thanks Darren
Jay Bui See this link: www.best-auto-detailing-tips.com/clean-leather-car-seat.html
is that bently ceramic coated?
You just got a new subscriber. Thanks.
Darren, why did you not wear gloves while you were touching the top of the convertible on the bentley???
Hey Darren I'm a big fan! i'm just wondering how long does it take you to detail 1 medium size car interior and exterior? Thanks
You are the only person on TH-cam who gets 0 dislikes.
Anas AOULAD RAHMOUN, that is true. He talks too much for too long, some people are just not watching his videos therefore less thumbs downs than what you see. ;)
Damnnnnnnn, got him XD
In place of apc from meguiars?
Hey Darren great video pal have you ever used the sonax high speed spray wax or any sonax products kinda wanna try them
is ur dilution the same for this to half express an the other half water?
Do you know if the Xpress Wax has any UV protection? I sent a request for an answer to the manufacturer but got no response? Also, one of the reasons I ask is I just bought a new $300 grey leather steering wheel and I would like to protect it from grime as well as the sun?
Will this make the leather shiny or can it be buffed to matte? Thanks much.
Great product.. I am trying to buy some online and it appears to be in short supply. Darren, I would really like to know what product you use to give your car a the new car smell. I just purchased a NEW TESLA model S P85D (2015) and how do I retain the amazing new car smell. Thanks Big fan from Canada.
Auto Fetish Detail Very nice vidéo. This is a fabulous tip. Thank you very much for that ! I've bought the wax and now I use it interior and exterior. I love to have a car in nice condition, but I hate wasting too much time and money. Thanks from Reunion Island.
Now I'd like to share a tip for being a little bit less tired while working. Buy a little and light plastic stool. For cleaning the wheels, for buffing and waxing the lower part of the car this stool help a lot.
(Sorry for my English. My natural language is creole and french)
I don't feel like scrolling through a ton of comments or re watching the video series to find out this answer. Do you recommend using this product as a quick detailer for removing dust and light dirt? Or would you recommend using another product for this task? Thanks in advance and thank you for the great product videos!
Richard Wittmann I would now recommend this over a quick interior detailer.
I put a ceramic coat on car can I still use this on top of it ?
Does Meguiar's recommend or condone using it for all those surfaces? I keep my cars, bikes, boats, etc. mechanically maintained but I'm bad about the cosmetics and need to get back into taking care of them which is how I found your videos, researching different products. I've decided I'm going synthetic sealant instead of wax for protection; too many toys, not enough time and also want something like this for routine maintenance. Also, do you know if standard automotive sealants work just as well on a boat's gelcoat or do I really need a 'marine' product for them?
How about Alcantara? Or do you use something else for that?
great tip thanks Darren
In this example are you using the Xpress Wax as a conditioner/protectant?
Jason Clark Yes
Jason Clark you are a really good detailer cause I do the same thing as you😆.
Is this product similar to Chem Guys Hybrid V07? Thanks.
What do you use on the convertible top?
Another car enthusiast said wax doesn't shine it protects but you just said look at that shine do you think he right or your right
How do you handle washing all the used towels, the greasy ones, used buffing pads and so on? Home clothing washer or some other method?
Jon Watcher Home washing machine. Ewwwww, yuck huh? But I throw the really nasty one's away, as the bulk MF's I use are very inexpensive and consider them almost disposable.
Where do i find this X wax ?
I love your videos brother and all your tips. I just had one quick question or more of a concern I should say. Since leather is skin and it has pores, would using this wax on it clog the pores and cause it to dry up and crack? this could be a very ignorant question and I apologize in advanced if it is. im just in the market for a good protectant and cleaner for my leather. I just bought me a Cadillac with Morello Red Leather in it and it looks amazing and I want to keep it looking that way and prevent as much wear as possible.
No, this is a very good question. Leather is leather, so we can think about how we treat expensive shoes and handbags as a reference. This application of synthetic spray wax is no different than applying a shoe polish, which helps regulate moisture in the leather tissue, blocking excessive moisture from warping it and keeping it from drying out and cracking.
After cleaning, and before applying a protectant, it's a good idea to use a conditioner. This is what the wax will seal in. Lexol and Leather Honey are very good.
Go lightly on the leather surfaces to avoid unnecessary build-up and transfer, and be super careful applying any kind of slickness to the steering wheel!
Also remember that all the leather has pores but those pores are covered up by the clear coat that is on all leather car seats.
Hey Darren. I noticed that your prices were high. I have an automotive detailing business. But I am scared to raise my price like you. What is an indication that I should raise my price? Thanks
yoshi90901 Ultimately it is what the market can bear. I would look around and see what mobile guys are charging and what the shops are charging and use that as a gauge I have video coming up where I interview a mobile guy in my area and he charges $120 at a beginning price and then goes up to around $220 I think. I am buried with competition out here with endless mobile car washing/detailing grunts.
yoshi90901 I have just started as a professional mobile detailer here in Australia and I've based my pricing similar to Darren's. There are many others around here charging less and a few charging more, but I don't cut corners. After a few inquiries from "price shoppers" who ran after they say my prices I have had two vehicles (potentially 3) booked in today by ONE Customer. He saw the 'value' in my website. The cost of living in Australia is very high now so it is quite reasonable.
JasonISF Good job! If you don't see value in what you have to offer, it is unlikely anyone else will either.
Auto Fetish Detail Great thought process!
Darren. What conditioners for leather interior do you recommend other than the one used in this video?
basketballife1 See this page for your comprehensive answer: www.best-auto-detailing-tips.com/car-leather-care.html
And then see what you decide.
Right on point!
Hey Darren, after I finished with applying paste wax to my truck, I give it a spritz of spay wax. Recently heard that's not good for a vehicle. Is that true? Also I been practicing w meguiars 105, and seem to leave compound that cant be buffed off! How can I improve that? Thanks
Jackie Kratochvil Not sure who is feeding you the bad info; spray away after you apply the wax. See this page as I pair up different wax products with spray detailers/waxes to be used after the paste application: www.best-auto-detailing-tips.com/best-car-waxes.htmlAs faras the polishing goes, switch products. I used to use 105 and 205 until I found Menzerna and have never gone back: www.best-auto-detailing-tips.com/polish-cars.html#polish-cars
Darren, I am curious. Does this provide any UV protection? Or do you just use it to provide a nice shine.
Jarrod Cain
Hi Darren, how do you recommend cleaning carpets/fabrics for a look new appearance? thanks.
Tdogg75ca Use my website and do a search. But here is the link for you: www.best-auto-detailing-tips.com/how-to-clean-car-upholstery.html
Can you use the Xpress wax to help keep a convertible top water repellent or would you use something else?
does it work on top of a ceramic coating?
pierre moskon yes ;)
Does this attract dust? I have a hard time finding wax that doesn't attract dust. Any help? thanks
tearscratch31 Officially, it is not about "attracting" dust, but more about whether dust will cling to it better, and the answer is no it won't. It leaves the surface feeling very natural and no greasy or oily feel to it.
I am buying a gallon tomorrow. Thanks.
Ive used it for a while now and really enjoy it. Although ill continue to use it, I am looking for soemthing thats dust wont "cling to" . I can't seem to find a product that doesn't collect dust. I will wash and spray wax a car and the next week go back to wash it and it is covered in dust and dirt. Some of these cars just sit in the driveway and are not even driven.
Is there any dilution with this product?
Josh Ricke No. Use it straight.
Darren, I bought the Ultimate Quik Wax and I noticed there are some slight oily white film after I wipe it off with dried microfiber towel. This looks like blemishes and not satisfying. Is this normal? Or the Ultimate Quik Wax is a totally different product from Synthetic X-Press Spray Wax?
did you try flipping the rag to the dry side cause it sounds like you may have used a little too much
+Cameron Crane I did flip the towel. Yep like u said I figured that I sprayed a little too much. N then I tried spray with 2 press and it works perfect.
Radhwan I believe it's totaly different. In Australia they sel the ultimate quick wax in a ready to use size spray bottle but the Synthetic Spray Wax is only available in a 3.8L bottle...it is different.
You're videos are cool! May I know the brand name of the microfibre cloth that you use? I spend a lot in microfibre cloths and every time Iam left with disappointment. Eg, lint.
Darren uses Kirkland Signature brand MFs from Costco. I use them too, and they are very good. I think it is like $15 for 40 16x16 towels? The best.
Frank Hujsa. Thanks for the comment.
+Chandra Sekhar welcome. One tip I meant to share but forgot. Maybe you already know this, but try drying your microfiber towels with no or low heat. Any kind of heat will degrade the fibers, making them more likely to fall apart or scratch the finish. Good luck.
Would you use this as a lubricant for claying, or do you use a different product?
Use last touch spray detailer diluted at 1:1 for that.
Don't use a wax as a clay lubricant. You're claying to remove, while waxes add. A diluted spray detailer or a solution of soapy water are perfect!
I realize this was a year ago but for anyone watching this video nowadays ONR makes great clay lube
Do you know if Meguiars NXT SPRAY WAX is the retail version of Express Wax?
brianallen0826 nop....the retail version of this is the Ultimate Quick Wax!!!!
scoupemaster Exactly!
Hi darren, would you recommend this spray wax on floor mats? Thnx.
Jj fan Definitely NOT. See this link: www.best-auto-detailing-tips.com/auto-upholstery-protector.html
Darren, how about rubber mats like Weathertech mats in a truck?
don't you need to let the wax sit for several minutes for it to attach? How is spray wax different than paste type wax ?
it's supposed to work rather quickly but usually they only last like 2 weeks whereas my Wolfgang fuzion or even alot of other ones that are paste wax can last 6 months or so
how do you know?
+Killacorn what I do is I dilute alcohol with distilled water and spray it on one half of the hood and that'll strip the wax completely and then I'll spray water and test the beading because having perfectly smooth paint will still make the water bead a little bit but without wax the paint will try to hydrate itself by absorbing the water into the pores,so if it's similar on both sides,wax is shot,if it's still beading and sheeting on the wax side and absorbing a bit on the other,then it's still good or decent,i did it to my show harley once before I started detailing but now I only do it to test products, my Wolfgang fuzion lasts a very long time so I know unless someone stripped it or if it was hot,carnauba wax will bake off of a car,so a sealant in Texas summers is the best choice
its easy to make a new car look new try doing that on a 1986 beat up pacer.
I dont see you using this product I hear a lot of talk but are you really using that on such an expensive vehicle?
You switched sides to shoot video . You put wax on the other side in video but shot results on opposite . Why?
So this stuff is the same as Ultimate quick wax... meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?46206-Synthetic-X-Press-Spray-Wax
Dude is driving a Bentley and lives in the low rent district with an RV parked in the front yard across the street. Classic.
Those panels are arrow-straight. I cannot imagine reproducing or bodyworking that complex rear quarter panel. Lets hope the owner keeps it 50 feet from all objects at all times.
Stay gold.
That car needs window tint! How do they live...
That thing is wet!
bought this stuff its ok but no where near amazing 6/10.
Not sure thats smart on a Bentley, shouldnt you use a nourishing and protecting on the interior for long term durability ?
Spray wax on leather. I wouldn't trust him with my car.