How to Apply Paste Wax Fast with an Orbital Buffer
Before You Begin
In general, when applying paste wax, or even a liquid paste wax, we recommend using an orbital buffer. Don't use a rotary to apply any waxes - there's too high of a risk that you will induce a swirl or a scratch.
Make sure you're working with a very soft, clean, polish pad. You don't want to mar the surface while you're applying your wax - otherwise, the paint correction and detailing completed before waxing will be a wasted effort.
Prep Your Pad
Bend the pad a little bit and make sure that you coat the whole surface of it. Try not to overload it. You don't want too much product on the panel's surface, or it will make the cleanup more difficult. Use a little bit of the wax evenly distributed across the face of the pad. Apply it to the buffer, lining it up as best as possible.
Apply the Wax
Center the bad on the backing plate and turn the buffer down to level one. Watch your cord to ensure you're not dragging it across the other panels.
Apply the wax, aiming for full coverage, starting from the center and working your way out.
Apply the wax in as thin a layer as possible using a slow speed and no pressure. Only so much wax will bond to the surface. The lighter the layer of wax, the easier it will be to clean. Do not overlap paste wax. Over-applying will create a milky buildup with edges that will be very difficult to remove.
We recommend that paste wax be applied indoors or in the shade if working outside. If you're working outside in bright sunlight, paste wax will be hard to remove. If an indoor or shaded work area is not an option, wax one or two panels at a time, come back, wipe them off, and then keep going.
Buff Off the Wax
Once the wax is hazed and has a bit of a chalky look to it, it's ready to be buffed off. As you buff the product off, you should not have to fight to remove it. Otherwise, you risk marring or scratching the surface. Again, this is why it's crucial to apply a thin layer.
And you're done!
In under 20 minutes, you have now waxed an entire car - and this includes application and buffing. This method is an excellent option for production work. It's fast, simple, and delivers long-lasting results with a lot of value.