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    POLISHING & WAX SUPPLIES

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    From Our Shop to Your Garage

    Most auto parts stores stock detailing products sorted by brand, not by what you actually need for the job in front of you. At Pickups Plus Cars, we carry polishing compounds, waxes, paint sealants, ceramic spray coatings, and application tools because these are the same products our detailing team uses in our own shop. We know what works and what doesn't because we use it every week.

    If you're not sure where to start, our full detailing services are also available for customers who'd rather leave it to us. Our staff at both Lewis Center and Hilliard can walk you through the right product for your paint type, your correction level, and how much time you're willing to spend. Not every paint problem is a DIY fix; some surfaces need machine polishing or professional-grade correction before a sealant will do any good. If the job is beyond what a DIY product can fix, we'll tell you that too.

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    THE DETAILING PRODUCTS WE TRUST

    We stock a focused selection of professional-grade polishing and paint protection products for customers who want to do their own maintenance work at home. These aren't the same watered-down products you find at a big-box store.

    Polishing Compounds

    Polishing compounds remove light surface defects like swirl marks, water spots, and minor oxidation. We carry both heavy-cut compounds for more aggressive correction and finishing polishes for final refinement. The right compound depends on your paint hardness and the severity of the defects. Ask us and we'll point you in the right direction.

    Paint Sealants

    Synthetic polymer sealants bond to your clear coat and last significantly longer than traditional wax, typically 6 to 12 months with proper maintenance. They provide strong UV protection and hydrophobic water beading. A sealant is a better choice than wax if you want longer-lasting protection with less frequent reapplication.

    Ceramic Spray Coatings

    Spray ceramic coatings offer ceramic-level protection in a DIY-friendly format. They're not as durable as a professionally applied ceramic coating, but they provide substantially better protection than wax and are a practical option for maintaining a previously corrected and sealed surface. We stock options that actually work, not marketing gimmicks.

    Clay Bars & Decontamination

    A clay bar treatment removes bonded surface contaminants like iron deposits, brake dust, tree sap, and industrial fallout that washing alone can't remove. It's a necessary step before applying any wax or sealant if you want the protection to bond properly. We carry clay bars and iron decontamination sprays in both locations.

    YOU NEED THESE SUPPLIES IF:

    • You had your vehicle professionally detailed and want to maintain the results at home
    • You want to apply a wax or sealant yourself and need the right products for your paint type
    • Your paint is covered in swirl marks from automated car washes and you want to try correcting it yourself
    • You're prepping your vehicle for a show or sale and want to get the paint looking its best
    • You're not sure what product to buy and want someone to actually walk you through it
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    COMMONLY DETAILING SUPPLIES QUESTIONS

    • What's the difference between a wax, a sealant, and a ceramic coating?

      These three products do the same basic job — protect your paint — but differ in durability and application. Wax (typically carnauba-based) provides a warm finish and 1 to 3 months of protection. It's easy to apply and remove, but requires frequent reapplication. A paint sealant is synthetic and lasts 6 to 12 months, offering better UV resistance and water repellency. A ceramic coating, even in a spray form, bonds to the clear coat at a molecular level and can last 1 to 2 years in a DIY application. For the longest-lasting protection, a professionally applied ceramic coating over corrected paint is the most durable option. We stock all three categories. Come in and we'll help you choose based on your goals and how much time you want to spend on maintenance.

    • Do I need to polish before I wax or seal?

      Not always, but often yes. If your paint has visible swirl marks, water spots, light scratches, or a hazy look, polishing first will make a meaningful difference in the final result. Applying wax or sealant over defective paint seals in the imperfections rather than hiding them. In our experience, customers who skip the polishing step are usually disappointed with the results. If the defects are minor, a light finishing polish is enough. Heavier correction requires a compound and a machine polisher. We can help you assess what your paint actually needs before you buy anything.

    • Can I get the same results at home that I'd get from a professional detail?

      For maintenance work — applying wax, using a spray sealant, cleaning with a clay bar — yes, absolutely. For paint correction, it depends on your equipment and experience. Multi-stage machine polishing requires a dual-action or rotary polisher, the right compound and pad combinations, and knowledge of how to read the paint response. Mistakes can thin the clear coat or create new defects. If you're new to machine polishing, we'd recommend starting with a light finishing polish and a dual-action polisher rather than a heavy-cut compound. Come in, and we'll give you an honest read on what your paint needs and whether it's a DIY-friendly job.

    • What products do you actually carry in the store?

      We stock polishing compounds (both heavy-cut and finishing), carnauba waxes, synthetic polymer sealants, ceramic spray coatings, clay bars, iron decontamination sprays, foam applicators, and microfiber towels and cloths. Our selection focuses on products that actually perform. We've tested these in our own shop. Inventory can vary, so if you're looking for something specific, call ahead or stop into our Lewis Center or Hilliard location, and we'll point you in the right direction.

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