Minimum Temp for Waxing/Polishing

[Rich_71Vette]

I have stored the car for the winter in an attached garage. The temperature drops to 50-55F in the winter.

What is the minimum temperature I can wax the car in?

[Shiny Lil Detlr]

With a surface/ambient temp of 50-55F, you should be fine to wax. I'd say that a "minimum" temperature would be somewhere around an ambient/surface temp of 40F; I've successfully waxed at 45F before with no problems.

[gb387]

In addition to what Shiny Lil Detlr has posted.... here is a good write up for you to look at: What temperature ranges are best for applying cleaners, polishes, and waxes?

[Murr1525]

I think the gap between air and surface temps can be a lot larger than that, but an air temp of 50 will be just fine for most every product.

I have had the best luck with the A-12 Cleaner/wax on real cold days, down into the 40's or so at least, if not lower.

[mirrorfinishman]

Due to the nature of running a mobile detailing business, I have been out there polishing and waxing in temps that are basically just above freezing. As long as the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight, which helps to warm-up the surface and it's a clear dry day, I have really never had a problem with product application or removal. Of course, I'm not really sure what's going on from a scientific point of view.

Ideally, you should always try to work at temps that are within the range of products specs.