Do not waste thousands on useless car polishing products that include harmful chemicals. Have you ever tried making liquid car polish on your own? It is straightforward and won’t take much money. Not only is this a solution that would bring your car to the next level, but doing so would also help the planet.
I will explain to you what to look out for if you are making liquid car polish at home. I will also address key ingredients, how to store the polish, and how to compare it with commercially sold variants.
Uses and explains of Liquid car polish
The polish enhances the look of the car and protects the paint. Car polish helps achieve a shine close to water and can easily be used once the polish is ready. This makes the polish even more appealing to use. Working on your car will never be boring again and will provide a perfect shine.
I recommend gathering the necessary tools and items before starting the DIY project.
It won’t be hard to source.
Key Ingredients:
• Carnauba Wax: Get your hands on beeswax to put a layer of shine and protection on your vehicle.
• Distilled Water: This water is used to dilute the mixture to the right consistency for a smooth application.
• White Vinegar: It can be used for washing as it does not scrub but effectively removes dirt.
• Olive Oil: In the absence of mineral oil. This complements the shine and lubricates it for better application.
• Essential Oil: Commonly used as fragrances, lemon or lavender is popular.
Measurements for the Ingredients:
- Carnauba Wax (or beeswax): 2 tablespoons
- Distilled Water: 1 cup
- White Vinegar: 1/4 cup
- Olive Oil (or mineral oil): 2 tablespoons
- Essential Oil (optional): 5-10 drops (depending on desired fragrance strength)
Tools:
• A measuring set of cups and spoons.
• A heat-resistant microwave-safe bowl for mixing everything.
• A double boiler or sauce pot to melt down the wax.
• A clean drip bottle that can be securely sealed or an airtight container for storage.
Safety Tips Before You Begin:
• Use a well-ventilated place to work in. This is especially required while heating wax to prevent fume inhalation.
• Gear up your hands with gloves to prevent burns or messy spills.
• A clean set of tools will also prevent contamination that may be present and spoil the polish.
How to Make a Car Polish at Home
Now that you’ve gathered all the materials, you can create your car polish by following these steps.
Step 1. The Wax Needs to be Melted
For this step, you can choose to use a double boiler. If you don’t have one, using a regular pot with simmering water and a heat-resistant bowl will also work. Add carnauba or beeswax into this bowl and heat it at low temperatures. Now, stir until it is fully melted, which shouldn’t take more than 10 minutes.
Step 2. Pour in the Oil
After you have melted the wax, it is time to pour in olive oil or mineral oil. The standard way would require pouring olive oil in a ratio of 2:1. Adding this oil is essential because it ensures that the car polish you create is smooth and free of any bubbles.
Step 3. Water Needs to be Added
Pour the mixture of wax and oil into the heat and mix it in distilled water. While pouring in the water, pour it in small amounts and stir the mixture. Depending on your preference, around a cup of water works. A helpful tip is to mix 1 cup of water into this mixture.
Step 4. Add White Vinegar and Essential Oils as Needed
Add around two tablespoons of white vinegar into this mixture to improve its cleaning properties. Essential oils can also be added to the mixture to make your car polish smell better.
Step 5: Blend Prior and Allow to Cool
Final blend and allow it to cool off completely. After it is cool, transfer your liquid car polish into a new spray bottle or a sealed container for storage.
How to Store Liquid Car Polish Made at Home
To increase lifespan and preserve the quality of the product, it is best to keep it in a container that is sealed away from direct sunlight and preferably in a cool and dry area. Here are a few tips that will help you keep the polish in good condition:
- Seal the container properly to prevent any evaporation from occurring.
- The ingredients settle, so shake the bottle before using it.
- As long as the polish is stored carefully, it should last 3 and 6 months.
Make sure you mark the date on the container’s label so you know when the next batch of fresh polish will be ready.
Differences between Homemade Car Polish vs Commercial Car Polish
Cost Savings
Homemade car polish only costs a few dollars compared to store-bought car polish, which is much more expensive. Through multiple car polishing sessions, most ingredients can be used, improving your cost savings.
Harm to the Environment
Unlike commercial products filled with harsh chemicals, homemade polish has organic, eco-friendly substitutes. This helps in decreasing your carbon footprint and is much more environmentally friendly.
Efficiency of polishing products
Yes, some additional features come with high-end commercial polishing products, but homemade polish is perfect if you want to polish your car daily.
The procedure is equally simple. Additionally, adapt the engine oil mix to your vehicle’s engine specifications.
Step It Up by Enhancing the Shine of Your Car
For practically no cost, you can create your own liquid car polish that you can use on your car and other vehicles. There is no doubt that your car will not only look fabulous, but you will also cut costs, use fewer materials, and take pleasure in doing work on your auto.
Have you ever created car polish on your own? Tell us below in the comments how it turned out for you, or show us through social media tagging us and displaying your newly polished automobile! And remember to share this guide with your automobile-loving friends!
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