Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Spray Wax

[Nick Winn]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

It's entirely possible that I applied too much, I guess I assumed that a base/starter coat would require a higher amount of product coverage. To remove the haze/streaking, I just used elbow grease and clean microfiber towels, as I would have when removing the haze from a more traditional wax. For the door trim, I have tried diluted APC (haven't moved to full strength yet because I'm concerned that would just leave more clouding), quick detailer, glass cleaner, all with reasonable amounts of elbow grease. Thoughts on what might work best?

Knowing now that I probably used too much, my thought is to go back with a stripping car wash and start from scratch. The vehicle is still almost completely clean, so this shouldn't be a huge undertaking. I can then apply an appropriate amount of MHCW. In this attempt, what sort of coverage would be proper and give the best results? Light complete misting of the body panels? Or even less, since the drying action is going to spread the product around?

I appreciate your guidance and prompt response, Nick. Thank you very much.

If you do have to remove a streak in the future, a damp towel or light mist of plain water onto the affected area, makes removal easy.

Regarding the door trim, you may have to use a stronger version of APC. If you are referring to rubber window trim, or a non painted, not shiny, black plastic, a soft bristled brush can also help get into the pores & agitate out a residue. Conditioning with a vinyl/rubber/plastic conditioner would be a good idea afterwards.

We have a new video which you my have not seen yet, which shows in detail how we recommend applying Hybrid Ceramic Wax & it also shows in detail how much product we apply. You can reference it in the below thread. One recommendation I have for you, to lessen the chance of you having an issue again, when you perform the foundation layer application, I would suggest spraying the product on one panel at a time. This is typically not needed, but this will pretty much eliminate the chance of you having an issue. Here is the new video thread:

How to: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax - New Video Feb 2019

Hope this information helps & feel free to keep in touch.

[16Wrex]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

It's entirely possible that I applied too much, I guess I assumed that a base/starter coat would require a higher amount of product coverage. To remove the haze/streaking, I just used elbow grease and clean microfiber towels, as I would have when removing the haze from a more traditional wax. For the door trim, I have tried diluted APC (haven't moved to full strength yet because I'm concerned that would just leave more clouding), quick detailer, glass cleaner, all with reasonable amounts of elbow grease. Thoughts on what might work best?

Knowing now that I probably used too much, my thought is to go back with a stripping car wash and start from scratch. The vehicle is still almost completely clean, so this shouldn't be a huge undertaking. I can then apply an appropriate amount of MHCW. In this attempt, what sort of coverage would be proper and give the best results? Light complete misting of the body panels? Or even less, since the drying action is going to spread the product around?

I appreciate your guidance and prompt response, Nick. Thank you very much.

[Nick Winn]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I was very excited to try MHCW and ordered a bottle last week when Amazon got them back in stock. While I am impressed with the ultimate results in terms of gloss and water sheeting, I had an absolute nightmare of an experience with the application. I washed my car as usual, two bucket, top to bottom, under a carport. I then moved the car out into the shade and rinsed it before liberally applying the product as per the directions and beginning my dry. There was an unbelievable amount of streaking on the entire car. Vertical and horizontal panels had streaky haze and I had to spend a literal hour buffing my paint to get every last bit of it off. Overspray on glass took a similar amount of effort and i had to go over most windows several times. My matte black door trim appears to be permanently stained, as I have yet to find something mild that will successfully remove the spotty discoloration.

So I guess this is two things. First, a complaint about what I feel to be a misleading campaign regarding the ease of use of this product and two, a question to find out what a) I might have done wrong or b) how to fix it now that it is wrong.

Much appreciated.

Edit: It should be noted that I watched multiple How-To videos, both from Meguiars (including videos posted in this thread) and online detailers/testers.

Sorry to hear about your trouble and also welcome to Meguiar's Online Discussion Forum.

The one statement which stands out in your explanation is applying the product liberally. We do not state this in any of our how to articles, videos, or on the product label.

Thinking through this more, if you were applying the product in a foundation layer style, sprayed the product liberally to say a small section, and then dried the panel, I do not imagine you would have had this experience. But spraying the product liberally, and from what it sounds like, very liberally, to the entire car, and then coming back with a towel to dry the vehicle, this I can imagine you having an issue, which you did. And regardless we are sorry you dealt with that.

How were you attempting to remove the product streaks?

What did you attempt to use on the matte black door trim?

[16Wrex]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I was very excited to try MHCW and ordered a bottle last week when Amazon got them back in stock. While I am impressed with the ultimate results in terms of gloss and water sheeting, I had an absolute nightmare of an experience with the application. I washed my car as usual, two bucket, top to bottom, under a carport. I then moved the car out into the shade and rinsed it before liberally applying the product as per the directions and beginning my dry. There was an unbelievable amount of streaking on the entire car. Vertical and horizontal panels had streaky haze and I had to spend a literal hour buffing my paint to get every last bit of it off. Overspray on glass took a similar amount of effort and i had to go over most windows several times. My matte black door trim appears to be permanently stained, as I have yet to find something mild that will successfully remove the spotty discoloration.

So I guess this is two things. First, a complaint about what I feel to be a misleading campaign regarding the ease of use of this product and two, a question to find out what a) I might have done wrong or b) how to fix it now that it is wrong.

Much appreciated.

Edit: It should be noted that I watched multiple How-To videos, both from Meguiars (including videos posted in this thread) and online detailers/testers.

[Nick Winn]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

New Hybrid Ceramic Wax How to Video is up, check it out in the below thread:

How to: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax - New Video Feb 2019

[Nick Winn]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I received HCW several weeks ago and applied it to my well treated/prepped Max and Accord, as instructed for 1st layer. For SnG's, I then applied it as directed to my less-attended '02 Odyssey, not garaged or prepped. I washed van, then applied HCW while wet, wiped dry. Quite surprised with results and protection it laid down. Several days later, the shine and feel of surface was not what I expected. I was very pleasantly surprised. I will be interested to see how well it protects and lasts on this vehicle. Low expectations, but high hopes! Love it on the other cars.

Thanks for sharing & welcome to Meguiar's Online!

How about the drying towel. Will HCW wash off in a washing machine? Or do i need a new drying towel each time? Reason i ask is because with this ceramic thingy on the towel it wont absorb water that good after a while-

I dont have a "meguiars water magnet" but a smiliar, (same thing, different brand). it isn't cheap - so before i buy this i would like too know if it washes off and are ready to use after a wash in the washing machine

Hi Snozan,

So our Hybrid Ceramic Wax doesn't have the same properties as a "Ceramic Coating" which make it where the towel will not completely come clean. In other words, you do not have to worry about your towels not coming clean.

Greetings to all,

Where is the link to claim the $5.00 rebate on the Meguiars Ceramic Wax? The label say to connect to: www.meguiars us/CeramicWax5 but that link does not exist

Looks like Brian Hann, our Solutions Hub Manager, was just discussing this in another thread, here is the link:

https://meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?68722-Meguiars-Ceramic-Wax-5-00-rebate-link

[se9303]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Greetings to all,

Where is the link to claim the $5.00 rebate on the Meguiars Ceramic Wax? The label say to connect to: www.meguiars us/CeramicWax5 but that link does not exist

[snozan]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

How about the drying towel. Will HCW wash off in a washing machine? Or do i need a new drying towel each time? Reason i ask is because with this ceramic thingy on the towel it wont absorb water that good after a while-

I dont have a "meguiars water magnet" but a smiliar, (same thing, different brand). it isn't cheap - so before i buy this i would like too know if it washes off and are ready to use after a wash in the washing machine

[f33ch]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I received HCW several weeks ago and applied it to my well treated/prepped Max and Accord, as instructed for 1st layer. For SnG's, I then applied it as directed to my less-attended '02 Odyssey, not garaged or prepped. I washed van, then applied HCW while wet, wiped dry. Quite surprised with results and protection it laid down. Several days later, the shine and feel of surface was not what I expected. I was very pleasantly surprised. I will be interested to see how well it protects and lasts on this vehicle. Low expectations, but high hopes! Love it on the other cars.

[Nick Winn]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Is HCW safe to use on soft convertible tops? Just got some from Autozone and hoping to apply this weekend if the weather is OK.

There would be no harm in using it on a soft convertible top, but were not sure if it will work very well unless it's wiped in. We did not design or test Hybrid Ceramic Wax for use on this surface so it's tough to give a confident answer.

[bberdy]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Hi imacarnut,

1. We do not claim UVA/UVB protection specifically. It does protect against the sun & provides a sacraficially barrier against elements of the environment, like our other waxes/sealants, but again we do not claim UVA/UVB specifically.

2. Yes it can build up. This is a good thing.

3. We have not been advised or noticed any special car required with Hybrid Ceramic Wax.

Hope this helps.

Nick

Is HCW safe to use on soft convertible tops? Just got some from Autozone and hoping to apply this weekend if the weather is OK.

[Nick Winn]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Had a few questions on the HCW.
1. Does it provide UVA/UVB protection?
2. Does it build up if used weekly (worst case scenario)?
3. Do the microfiber towels need to be washed immediately and will they harden up (need to be discarded) if you aren't able to do so right away?

Hi imacarnut,

1. We do not claim UVA/UVB protection specifically. It does protect against the sun & provides a sacrificial barrier against elements of the environment, like our other waxes/sealants, but again we do not claim UVA/UVB specifically.

2. Yes it can build up. This is a good thing.

3. We have not been advised or noticed any special care required for towels used with Hybrid Ceramic Wax.

Hope this helps.

Nick

[Patman]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Unfortunately we have confirmed that it will likely not be available in Canada until 2020.

That's a bummer! Although I travel across the border to Niagara Falls, NY about once a month, so hopefully I'll find it at Walmart or Pep Boys or Autozone or Advanced Auto Parts.

[Brian Hann]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

is this available in Canada yet? if so, where can I buy it from? thank you

Unfortunately we have confirmed that it will likely not be available in Canada until 2020.

[BillE]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

is this available in Canada yet? if so, where can I buy it from? thank you

YIPS! At that price it may behoove you to maybe make a run to Bellingham when it become more available.

Bill