Paste VS Liquid

[BlueOvalFitter]

Which do you prefer, paste or liquid; wax, sealant, compound, etc.?
My son is coming to visit me this weekend to detail my truck. Part of the detail will be using MEGUIAR'S Cleaner Wax in the paste application. I do have it in liquid, but it's been awhile since we have used the paste. My preference is liquid because it's easier to work with. But, l need to use the paste before it dries up (if it still does that).
I even ordered (2) new foam pad applicators.
Pics to follow.

 

[WylieCoyote]

Preference:
Liquid compounds - Ease of use with a buffing pad.
Paste "wax" - I read years ago that the stuff they have to add to make a wax into a liquid dilutes the wax, diminishing longevity. Not sure how much that applies today, but it's something I always remember when buying. If I'm given a choice between Megiuars Ultimate liquid or paste, I grab the paste.
Spray sealers - I like to apply them as a drying aide after a wash.

 

[Malo83]

I've read somewhere that paste wax is more durable than liquid. I prefer paste wax.

 

[tasch72]

I'm a fan of liquid, pretty much removes any chance of contaminating the "mother container" of wax with grime left on the paint

Plus, it's much easier to work with.

 

[PimTac]

Liquid spray.

 

[iahawk]

try the new hybrid ceramic sprays. (on a properly prepared surface, of course)..you'll never go back to the drudgery of paste (or liquid) wax again.

 

[Malo83]

I'm "Old Skool", paste.

 

[BlueOvalFitter]

Preference:
Liquid compounds - Ease of use with a buffing pad.
Paste "wax" - I read years ago that the stuff they have to add to make a wax into a liquid dilutes the wax, diminishing longevity. Not sure how much that applies today, but it's something I always remember when buying. If I'm given a choice between Megiuars Ultimate liquid or paste, I grab the paste.
Spray sealers - I like to apply them as a drying aide after a wash.

Okay, when you're using a foam applicator to apply said products, do you wet the pad then wring it out? Some chemicals state to wet the applicator before applying the product. I have done both, wet and dry. A wet applicator makes the product go further, IMO.
I don't use microfiber applicator pads. The product in which you're applying onto the vehicles clear coat/paint tends to clog the microfiber pores. Very nasty.

 

[spasm3]

I am now using griots 3 in 1 spray during the summer. Winter I use paste wax , collinite 456.
I just bought some finish kare paste wax to try.

 

[manicrodder]

Which do you prefer, paste or liquid; wax, sealant, compound, etc.?
My son is coming to visit me this weekend to detail my truck. Part of the detail will be using MEGUIAR'S Cleaner Wax in the paste application. I do have it in liquid, but it's been awhile since we have used the paste. My preference is liquid because it's easier to work with. But, l need to use the paste before it dries up (if it still does that).
I even ordered (2) new foam pad applicators.
Pics to follow.

Your pick. I use liquid when available.

 

[measureman]

I use the liquid that comes out of the nozzle at the automatic car wash.

 

[benjy]

liquids are eze BUT if you want a deep darker smooth finish on a dark color i found Collinite 915 to be the best i ever used! ezeier than original simoniz my old fav on the many back vechiles i own-ed + a slightly better deeper finish. in the military a friend was polishing his chevelle SS with siminoz mater wax paste, I grabbed my original siminoz past + shamed his finish! the original was a PITA to use 2X2 areas + wipe off + it didnt last BUT WOW deeper BLACKER blacks!!

 

[Strommen95]

I like Paste personally. Feels easier to apply thin. I always seem to squeeze too much out of a liquid bottle.

 

[BlueOvalFitter]

I am now using griots 3 in 1 spray during the summer. Winter I use paste wax , collinite 456.
I just bought some finish kare paste wax to try.

There is a Collinite cleaner wax that a lot of members here have talked about a lot. I think the number is 845. Is that correct?
The cleaner wax my son and l will be using is the 3rd step of 5 steps; 1-wash, 2-clay, 3-cleaner wax, 4-sealant, 5-ceramic detail spray.

 

[RooflessVW]

There is a Collinite cleaner wax that a lot of members here have talked about a lot. I think the number is 845. Is that correct?
The cleaner wax my son and l will be using is the 3rd step of 5 steps; 1-wash, 2-clay, 3-cleaner wax, 4-sealant, 5-ceramic detail spray.

Too much!

Wash, clay, seal.

 

[wpod]

I use the liquid that comes out of the nozzle at the automatic car wash.

As well as I

 

[albertson]

I like liquid wax better. I just find it easier to apply. I'm not sure if today's paste wax last longer than liquid anymore.

 

[Malo83]

I used Meguiars paste cleaner wax on the Regal today, easy on and off.

 

[BlueOvalFitter]

Too much!

Wash, clay, seal.

It's been since April 2020.

 

[BlueOvalFitter]

While at WM today, my son found this new item on the shelf. He has a foam gun and my truck will be a guinea pig.