WorkInProgress

I am getting my bumper replaced and painted and I was wondering what I could do, as far as detailing, once it is installed. I know that I cannot use a Carnuba wax, but Shuld I just leave it alone? I have the following: AIO, UPP, NXT

Please advise!!! Thank you!

nynyvtecjstkickdinyo

Although most feel you can protect right away. I would lean towards nothing for at least a month, but thats because Im a wimp. Id probably go with Megs high tech yellow

TOGWT

*Newly re- painted vehicle- How long do you have to wait before you can polish or wax a newly painted vehicle surface? Paint is formulated with solvents (30-80% dependant upon manufacturer) once applied paint needs to dry and the solvents need to evaporate (out-gass) to enable the paint to harden (cure) if the paint is covered with a wax or sealant it will arrest the outgas/cure process.
*One exception is the application of a glaze (Mezerna Final Polish II, 3M^TM Perfect-It III^TM Show Car Finishing Glaze, Zanio Z-Polish) they are completely safe for fresh paint, as they allow the solvents to evaporate (off-gassing)
*Abrasive polish should be avoided until the paint has cured but vehicle washing is encouraged (avoiding harsh detergents or any car wash that uses a high-pressure spray or a wash that contains wax. Also avoid using quick detailing sprays (QD) as they also contain wax)

I do not know of a single paint manufacture that recommends applying wax, or any type of paint protectant (sealant) on a repainted vehicle/panel until a minimum of 30 days has passed and sometimes longer (I would recommend this as a minimum period even if the paint has been oven-cured). Dupont standard is to wait 90 days if the vehicle is out in the elements and to wait 120 days if it is kept in a garage most of the time.