DIY Auto

If you were to visit the auto repair shop, you would often come across terms like waffle, concave and convex. These terms are commonly related to the business of buffing and polishing. Most people think that they can buff and polish their car over the weekend, however there are a lot of things that must be considered in order to get that “perfect finish”.

In order to get the same professional look, you must first acquaint yourself with the right strategies. For an instance, you must never use the concentric polisher since it moves in proper circles. Such a polisher will always move away from the centre. A polisher has two main functions – to confuse the eye and to distribute the compound evenly. A good polisher will confuse the eye in such a way that it does not see any light reflected in the cracks created by concentric polisher.

When it comes to using the right tools for buffing, most technicians have different opinions. You can either use the new foam buffing pads or the standard wool pads. If you are not sure what to use, you can always approach some paint manufacturers. They usually have some helpful tips on the right way to polish and buff. You can search the Internet and look for the paint manufacturers in your area. You must always choose the materials that do not leave any bits after the paint. Foam pads are fairly new and hence you must do your own research before you choose them for your DIY buffing job.

If you wish to know more, there are three kinds of foam polish pads – concave, convex and waffle. These pads come with compound pockets, which guide the compound into the centre of the pad and prevents splattering. These pads have different functions, however the whole purpose is to get the professional finish on your car.