Paint Sealant

ShinyMama · #1 10-18-2004

Whats the difference between paint sealant and Sealer and Glaze?

Forrest T. · #2 10-18-2004

"Sealant" is a nickname often given to a synthetic paint protection product. It implies extended durability.

Sealer and Glaze is a glaze that provides shine and hides minor surface imperfections - it's not meant as a standalone product, but to be used before a final product like our Natural Formula waxes.

ShinyMama · #3 10-18-2004

Does mothers have a paint sealant product?

Forrest T. · #4 10-18-2004

If you consider synthetic products as sealants, we offer Reflections. But, we refer to it as a synthetic wax.

Wait a few more weeks for more information.

ShinyMama · #5 10-19-2004

Thanks. Been a Mothers fan for a long time. Does Mothers have anything similar to Meguiars dual action?

Forrest T. · #6 10-19-2004

Keep an eye out for our new products announcements in about 10 days. There are some great new products being released at SEMA

Mama's Boy · #7 10-19-2004

So, just because my inquiring mind wants to know, why is Phase 2 named Sealer and Glaze?

ShinyMama · #8 10-19-2004

Exactly mama's boy.... Has anybody used the professional formula yet? whats the difference between super duty rubbing compound and foam pad polish?

Mama's Boy · #9 10-19-2004

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Originally Posted by ShinyMama

whats the difference between super duty rubbing compound and foam pad polish?

I haven't used either yet, but here's the basic descriptions:

Rubbing compound:

The perfect fast-action rubbing compound! This versatile formula is a concentrated blend of proprietary cutting agents that easily removes 1,000 - 2,500 grit sanding imperfections from all paint types. The Rubbing Compound works fast and cool to effectively smooth paint. This unique formula can be used with a wide range of speeds, with any pad on any paint type including clear coat paints. Mothers Rubbing Compound is body shop safe and contains no waxes, silicones or any other non-paintable substances. 32oz.

Foam Pad polish:

Quickly and easily remove compounding swirls and other light scratches with Mothers Foam Pad Polishes. These unique formulas buff fast, clean and clear at any speed without loading the pad. Using the finishing/polishing pad of your choice, they are designed for a wide range of speeds, on any paint type including clear coat paints. The Foam Pad Polish for dark colored cars faciliates easy cleanup. The Foam Pad Polish for light colored cars has no color and also results in easy cleanup. Both polishes contain no waxes, silicones, or any other non-paintable substances. Available for Dark and Light pigmented cars. Each sold separately. 32oz.

And the Super Duty Rubbing compound:

Double the cutting power in half the time with Mothers Super Duty Rubbing Compound. It is a concentrated aggressive blend of proprietary cutting agents that quickly and effortlessly remove 1,000 - 2,500 grit sanding scratches from high solids and tough to work on paints. Super Duty Rubbing Compound works fast and cool to effectively smooth paint. This unique formula can be used with a wide range of speeds, with any pad on any paint type including clear coat paints. Mothers Super Duty Rubbing Compound is body shop safe and contains no waxes, silicones or any other non-paintable substances. 32 oz.

ShinyMama · #10 10-19-2004

Thanks Mamas Boy, what excellent information youve provided. But what about SEALER and GLAZE vs. Finishing Glaze?

Forrest T. · #11 10-19-2004

Super Duty Compound is a fast cutting compound, aggressive, for the first cut of major defects. Think of the pro products in order of aggressiveness, from most to least:

Super Duty Compound
Rubbing Compound
Foam Pad Polish

They each serve a purpose.

The difference between Sealer and Glaze and Finishing Glaze has to do with how long the products work and how they work. Finishing Glaze takes longer to haze up, so it's more appropriate to use with a rotary (the heat affects it slower). Sealer and Glaze would dry faster from the heat a rotary generates, giving you less time to work the area.

Please remember the pro products are made for professional use with a rotary for best results.

Mama's Boy · #12 10-19-2004

But what about the name of Phase 2- Sealer and Glaze? Why sealer?

Forrest T. · #13 10-19-2004

I didn't think it was that big of deal - it's "sealer", not "sealant".

The "sealer" part of the name refers to the act of "sealing" the polished surface with a uniform smooth layer (as you'll recall, this product hides imperfections by filling them in, reducing their visibility). It is done with a "glaze" product. Ergo, Sealer and Glaze.

ShinyMama · #14 10-19-2004

Is there a Mothers product that completely removes swirls instead of filling and hiding it?

Mama's Boy · #15 10-20-2004

"Is there a Mothers product that completely removes swirls instead of filling and hiding it?"

Scratch Remover does. It's a pure polish. It can be used by hand or machine.

Thanks Forrest. I feel much more edumacated now!

ShinyMama · #16 11-03-2004

Hey guys, came across a product that offers 5 years shine warranty on their paint sealant. Anybody care to offer their insight on what that might be????

Larry A · #17 11-03-2004

Meguiars #7 use to be called sealer and glaze.

ShinyMama · #18 11-03-2004

Does Meguiars #7 offer warranty.

Mama's Boy · #19 11-03-2004

No. #7 has no warranty. Larry was mentioning in in reference to a previous question about why Phase 2 is called "Sealer and Glaze."

As far as I know, no paint protection lasts 5 years. If it's something you can buy and apply yourself, it's probably "too good to be true" and if it's something applied by a dealership or independent business, there is likely fine print that says something to the effect that "refresher coatings" must be applied yearly or every 6 months. Also, you'd need to look at what is warranteed for the 5 years. Will it bead water for 5 years? "Protect?" "Shine?" What proceedure is available to allow you to know at what point the "shine" is no longer up to par? How can you tell when it's no longer "protecting?" Lots of vagueness and/or loopholes to watch out for.
You mentioned "shine" is warranteed on the product you saw. That's a pretty relative term that would be hard to quantify. How dull would it have to get before the warrantee comes into effect? What proof do you have to come up with that you followed all proceedures correctly?

Just my thoughts. Maybe you've come across the next miracle product!

ShinyMama · #20 11-04-2004

Thanks Mama's Boy, again offering the best explanation. Hope to get my hands on the new items