Nobody out there is using paint sealant on their trucks, and they are just looking fine. So, is it necessary to do it? Your truck’s paint will never fade out if you do not wax the truck. But, it will age quickly in the next 5 to 10 years. It is, therefore, essential to protect the paint of your truck. Here is why your truck needs paint protection.

Defense

The clear coat on your truck is very thin and measures about 1.5 to 2 microns thick. It is easier for the clear coat to get scratched. Being thin, the scratches also reach the underneath coat. When this happens, you will need to repaint your truck to restore its original look. 

Besides scratches, dangerous ultraviolet rays can crack your truck’s paint, making it fade or oxidize. If it’s long since you took your truck for cleaning, tough stains will react to the sun, which will burn the clear coat.

With time, dirt accumulation, scratches, and UV rays from the sun will fade the color of your truck, and it will no longer shine. What’s the solution? Paint protection is the solution. The paint sealant forms a layer of barrier on the surface of your truck. This layer will protect the clear coat from damage. Apart from protection, your truck will look as new as it was when you bought it.

Cleans Up Nicely

Paint sealant not only protects your truck from external or environmental damages. But it also makes it easy to rinse or wash off dirt from your truck.

The sealants create a slippery surface that makes it difficult for dirt to stick to the body of your truck. When tough stains like tar or bird droppings come in contact with the body of your truck, you will only need soap and water to wipe them off.

Most products used as sealants repel water. After washing and rinsing your truck, no water will stick on the surface, giving your truck a spotless dry. 

When to Use Paint Protection On Your Truck

Consider applying paint sealant after washing and drying your truck. Before using paint protection, ensure the surface is sparkling clean. Doing this will remove the abrasive soil and other debris that the sealant might seal on the surface of your truck.

First-timers should take between 5 – 10 minutes to apply the paint sealant. Using spray waxes is easy. Make 1 to 2 sprays, then wipe them using a microfiber cloth. If you want to create a deeper shine, consider learning how to use DA polishers.

Ensure you regularly use the type of paint sealant you have chosen. Natural waxes have a lifespan of three months, so it is necessary to reapply after every three months. The ceramic coatings and graphene waxes have a lifespan of 1 year.

Conclusion

Using paint sealant gives your truck extra protection and maintains its fresh minty look. When applying any sealant, you must wash and let your truck dry. Applying a sealant on a dirty surface will trap the dirt, which will not give your truck an appealing look.