Waxing Cast vinyl

[daenterpri]

We recently did some large car graphics for a company using high performance cast vinyl. They are wondering if it would be safe to wax over those vinyl graphics. Do you know?

 

[natedawg9640]

good question. I've heard of cleaner waxes degrading vinyl. we use rapid detailing spray. "Lucas" makes a good one.

 

[SightLine]

Factory vinyl on cars takes it fine. I cannot see why any other vinyl woudl have a problem with wax. On printed/laminated vinyl it is even recommended. 3M does warn against carnuba based waxes though - only synthetic waxes like 3M Performance Finish, Turtle Wax Ice, etc...

 

[MikePro]

i wax my overlaminates all the time! Actually hides scuffs/scratches pretty well. although rubbing against any exposed adhesive/edges could cause lifting that won't adhere back down.

 

[HulkSmash]

I got some wrap wax stuff, works good

 

[CheapVehicleWrap]

I got some wrap wax stuff, works good

The polish? Yep, it does.

 

[Pat Whatley]

Do it all the time and I've got a fleet I lettered that has each one of their trucks waxed every two months and I've never seen any damage. If anything it's made the vinyl last longer. (all oracal 651 and 751)

 

[GAC05]

I think waxing is OK, just use one of the non-abrasive minute wax types.
We apply a 1 year teflon paint sealant (by hand) to ours.

Also make sure you lock the door so your wife or better half does not walk in on you while you're "waxing your vinyl"......


wayne k
guam usa