Should I wax my Rv ?
The question of should you wax your RV Yes, I acknowledge that might be a weird thing to admit but regularly washing and waxing is a great idea for your protection of your RV!! Here is why !!
Is Waxing Your RV Worth It?
Waxing your RV puts a protective coat over the paint that will slow down UV degradation and reduce the likelihood of extended exposure to the elements resulting in your gel coat from getting ruined In other words, it will maximize the life of your paint and allow you to go longer periods before you need to re-paint your RV or replace the decals.
These are some of the benefits of waxing your RV:
- Protection against UV degradation
- Protection from dust, dirt, water, and other elemental debris
- Maximizes the life of your RV’s paint and decals
- Protects your investment.
- Holds the resale value
- Bugs and road dirty is easier to wash off
Get Your RV Waxing Supplies
Here is a basic list of what you will need to wax your RV:
- Ladder that’s reach’s to the roof
- Soft microfiber towels
- Electric buffer (optional)
- Bucket wash bucket and a rinse bucket
- Soft Rv brush get one that Extends at least 7ft
- Microfiber mitt
Wash it
Washing your RV from top to bottom should be your first obstacle Otherwise, you will just seal in all of the dirt and grime that has accumulated on you RV
Tape off all your black trim
Most of the wax’s could get really Messy and damage your black trim. It be a lot easier to put painters tape around your black trim. It’s will be a lot easier to clean up behind your self
Work In Sections
It is best to work in sections square pattern so you no where u got and did not get You should also work from top-to-bottom. Checking your work making sure you have a nice shine.
Take a min and admire your work
It is good habit to sit back and appreciate the job you have done at the end of the day. Ultimately, you probably only need to wax your RV once or twice a year, all depends on your weather and how much u travel. I suggest at least once or twice a year
The Best RV Wax Products
If you are looking for some ideas on RV waxes to use for your Rv: Here is some I’ve used in my 11 years detailing RVs
Meguiar’s RV Pure Wax
excellent choice. M56 combines pure Brazilian Carnauba Wax with polymers and resins to provide enhanced gloss and long-lasting protection in one. Since it’s a carnauba-based wax with natural elements, this wax protection is especially effective on darker colors and clear-coated metal flake finish delivering a brilliant depth of shine and warm glow.
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Star Brite Premium Restorer Wax
Star Brite’s restorer wax is made for RVs with colored fiberglass exteriors. It is also great for removing heavy oxidation and works for either hand or buffer applications.
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Mothers Marine Synthetic Wax
Mothers Marine engineered this synthetic polymer wax specifically for use on modern gelcoat RVs. It can also remove light oxidation and leaves behind a glossy shine while forming a protective layer against contaminants and UV degradation.
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