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1. Why does Meguiar's have so many products?

2. Which Meguiar's products should I use on my car?

3. What is gloss?

4. Which is type of wax is better, a paste wax or a liquid wax?

5. Are polymer sealants safe/good for my car's finish?

6. Are polymer sealants better than traditional carnauba waxes?

That depends on how you define the word better.

If you're looking for a highly water-resistant, detergent resistant, long lasting protectant, then a premium quality polymer sealant, like Meguiar's new NXT GenerationTM Tech Wax 2.0, or our traditional M-20 Polymer Sealant, is better than traditional Carnauba based waxes.

Here at Meguiar's we don't make a wax based solely on pure Carnauba. All Meguiar's waxes are blended waxes that combine multiple ingredients for both:

  • Beauty characteristics
  • Protection characteristics

By blending key ingredients, like the highest quality Carnauba waxes available, with the right polymers, silicones and other resins, Meguiar's can offer their customers waxes that offer the best of both worlds - Beautiful results with long lasting, durable protection.

On the other hand, for our customers looking for a pure synthetic paint protectant, Meguiar's has a wax for you too. Meguiar's new NXT GenerationTM Tech Wax 2.0 is a completely new formula based upon cutting-edge polymer technology. New Hydrophobic Polymer Technology™ provides relentless water beading and protection against oxidation, corrosion, UV rays and surface degradation.

To accommodate the wide variety of different types of automotive paints on the market, and because no two people are alike, Meguiar's offers a number of waxes that contain Carnauba for it's gloss properties, as well as synthetic polymer protectants for their excellent durability and protective properties.

If you're looking for depth of color, high gloss and high shine, then Meguiar's can offer you all of these features plus unbeatable, long lasting protection depending on your preference in formula: Meguiar's synthetic waxes, or our more traditional waxes that include Carnauba.

It often comes down to,

  • You
  • Your eyes
  • Your personal preferences

The most important thing however is to have confidence in the company whose name is on the label when it comes to providing real protection for your automotive investments.


7. What is Carnauba wax?

8. Do colored waxes really work?

9. Do colored waxes hide scratches?

10. Is washing & surface prep the same thing?

11. How long does a coating of wax last?

12. Are multiple coats of wax beneficial? (Layering)

13. Can Meguiar's waxes be "Layered"?

14. Why must I wax my car's paint so often?

15. How often should I wax my car's paint?

16. How can I tell when I need to re-apply either a wax or a polish to my car's paint again?

17. Do car waxes provide real UV protection?

18. Are products that contain silicone bad for my car's finish?

19. Should I use a non-silicone product to maintain my car’s finish?

20. What's the best way to remove a polish or wax from my car's finish?

21. What is the shelf life of Meguiar's products?

22. How do I remove wax from vinyl trim, plastic cladding, and rubber parts?

23. How long do I need to let a wax dry before removing it?

24. I own a convertible, what should I use to clean and maintain the convertible top?

25. How can I get help choosing the right products for my car or boat?

26. Which Meguiar's products should I use for the vinyl & rubber trim components?

27. I have been told that products that contain petroleum distillates are bad for my car's finish. What does Meguiar's have to say about this considering some of your products list petroleum distillates in the "Caution Statement", on the back labels?

28. Now tell me again... Why does Meguiar's have so many products?