Faut-il vraiment utiliser un polish sur sa voiture ? - The Street Washers

Do you really need to use polish on your car?

Scratches, micro-scratches, dull paintwork… Is polish the miracle solution or just a marketing gimmick? Here's the opinion of a detailing pro.



1. What exactly is a polish?

Polish is a slightly abrasive product. It corrects surface defects: oxidation, micro-scratches, and dullness. It is not a wax or a shampoo.



2. Who is it useful for?

If your car has wash marks, dull reflections or defects visible in the light, polish is an excellent solution.
It's also useful before reselling, a photoshoot, or simply to give your vehicle a second life.



3. Caution: Do not use lightly

Improper polishing can damage the paint. You must:
The right product (depending on the type of varnish)
The good pad
A rotary or orbital machine
A mastered technique



4. Polish = step 1 of professional “buffing”

At The Street Washers, polishing is the first step in the buffing process, which ends with a protective coating (wax or ceramic).
Result: a mirror effect + paint protected for several months.



The Street Washers – Detailing at home
We provide polishing and waxing services at your home, with expertise and professional equipment.
Intervention in the Pays de Gex, Geneva, Ferney-Voltaire
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