Adams Graphene Detail Spray!! Detail Spray/Drying Aid/Waterless Wash!

[@apexdetail85]

This has been out for some time...Those that have used this long term...share your experience.

[@GBBangin]

I had the Adams Graphene Spray Coating put on when my car was fully detailed back in 2020, and I kept up with the detailing with the Adams Graphene Detailing Spray. It was extremely glossy when it was first installed and the detailer spray helped maintain the gloss and hydrophobic qualities for a long time. There's a Short video on my channel of when it was first applied. The Adam's Graphene products and Ceramic SiO2 products are some of my favorite products that I still use today!

[@ky1le750]

I think i had a negative experience with this product. Firstly, the gallon i ordered was clear in color as opposed to dark grey and had specs of black material in it. Secondly the product was very streaky and I had to cut it with water to use properly. Ive used their regular detail spray before and its great and I assumed this would be similar just with graphene and ceramics. Maybe i just received a chemical that separated or was damaged by temperature in the shipping process. In this product segment though I dont think anything comes close to Xtreme solutions Topper.

[@choosechancemobiledetailin9587]

I use the Adams graphene detail spray....it seems like it is pretty slick and glossy. Doesn't offer much protection so I don't see this as a realistic coating topper. I'm sure it works fine but I doubt for any longer than a week or so.

[@choosechancemobiledetailin9587]

Great video as always man

[@choosechancemobiledetailin9587]

I could be wrong about the protection part I'm not really sure just from my experience as a mobile guy

[@8OH5FAST]

Used whole bottle and I want to say it is well worth it, great quick detailer

[@Dee--Jay]

For a detailer, I will give the longevity a 10/10. That's pretty impressive for a detailer. Now if you want to judge it against a spray wax then I can see you giving it a 5

[@brandonnguyen1486]

So spray waxes last longer than GD sprays in general?

[@Z22-m5o]

I've been using the Adams advanced graphene spray and this and so far it's been great!

[@luckstersants6362]

i’m about to buy some. can you really tell a difference after it’s been used? adding noticeable gloss and depth?

[@Z22-m5o]

@@luckstersants6362 It looks really good after applying but doesn't last nearly as long as they say it will. I've switched to Diamond body 36. That seems to be holding up a lot better and looks great!

[@OQDetailing]

Thanks for the video. In my real life testing it doesn’t do well as a drying aid, it streaks a lot and not easy to apply but it might also have to do with the fact that I’m mobile and in the sun. Sure enough I watched a video from Adams YT channel and they did confirm it’s not best used as a drying aid as their other detail sprays but rather as a stand-alone protection or as a ceramic booster when applied dry.

[@lmcg0710]

i found that it streaked a lot too but as it says on the bottle less is indeed more. i usually go around with a buffing towel afterwords and get out the remaining streaks

[@neilwalker5041]

Adams definitely makes quality products and this is no exception. To be honest I have never bought this product and I have no plans to buy it now. The durability is the same as sheeting products and the gloss is ok but not Titan level. Thank you for the video.

[@laurapalmerTDGE]

Adams' detailers are highly recommended. Avid Slick and Slide user. And to use without any streak on glass etc. Very good. Their sprayer quality is also top notch. Nebulizes without drops etc.

[@choosechancemobiledetailin9587]

When the gloss meter tries to jump out of your hand that's a good sign lol

[@alamkarb]

I was surprised to see this available at my local Auto Zone. I checked availability online and sure enough they have it here. Pretty surprising for a small southern town even though AZ is a national chain. It's nice to have some decent OTC stuff available in a pinch,or if you don't want to wait for shipping.

[@nookbandit]

I’ve been using it for a while, very easy to use and nice added gloss. I’m a little concerned with shelf life though, I have experienced separation that at first was fixed with a nice shake but as the product gets older I’m having to shake for at least a minute and a half now. Product is stored in a climate controlled area

[@jdisdetermined]

Solution Finish is *crazy* for separation. It has a ball bearing in it. But as it gets older and sits for awhile it takes literally a full minute of hard shaking to even get it moving. I almost gave up. But my bottle is several years old now.

[@jonathanvega4459]

Does this product helps to repel water from windshields?

[@OptimusOctopuss5302]

As a quick detailer I would give it a 9. There a a lot out there that don’t even come close to Adam’s graphene detailer. Will be interesting to try it out soon

[@epattonm]

Do you ever test the level of UV protection any of these products provide? I consider that to be a valuable piece of information when selecting a product since one of the main reasons to wax/seal/coat the paint is to protect it from UV degradation.

[@paulgyro]

This is impossible to test outside of a lab environment. UV protection in products isn't like sunscreen and is a complex topic.

[@fatalostriches8618]

Look at Dmitry's Garage. He's tested this and found none of these products are significant enough at UV protection at all

[@paulgyro]

@@fatalostriches8618 he invalid test techniques and assumptions. A I said before this is a complex topic.

[@fatalostriches8618]

@@paulgyro you think his technique is invalid? Would love to hear more of your thoughts on this

[@mikea5205]

Absolutely. I live in AZ where the sun annihilates painted surfaces. Would love to see a full UV protection product.

[@SmokinDaOps]

This stuff is a great drying aid the gloss is very good

[@jakedawg253]

I used it for drying aid works pretty well

[@larrydavisj]

I suppose it's not such a bad thing for the price. It can be used as a clay lube as well? I know of plenty lubers that cost more than $12.99 and they can't be used for anything else but a lube. Looks like a winner.

[@pasqualepisani]

The slickness seems fantastic. How would you compare this with Phoenix Titan?

[@steveclark2426]

I was thinking the same as I was watching the video

[@apexdetail85]

Titan would have a bit more gloss.

[@micarta-ed2ut]

Huh had no idea those detail sprays actually added protection

[@Todd.T]

I used CarPro Si02 for years to protect my car. I put this product on top of it. This product made the car glossier, but stops the car from tight round beading as well as straight up Si02. As this wears off, the car begins to bead up more with tight round beads after heavy rains an also develops river like runoff. Looking out the window right now, the car has had this on for 2.5 weeks and is beginning to wear. It takes very little to coat the car and it is very easy to apply. I would definitley recommed this as a topper.

[@fishonf1508]

I love this stuff! I use it over the advanced graphene spray. Nice shine, descent slickness and protects the existing coating

[@aaronlothamer6618]

But, what will you use to protect the detail spray that protects the coating that protects the clearcoat that protects the paint??

[@jdisdetermined]

Looks like decent stuff. Weird it failed from heat, that's an area where graphene is supposed to excel. I don't like detail sprays that apply like a spray sealant. If I have to worry about checking it over with a scangrip for streaks, it's not a good detail spray in my opinion. They need to be quick and easy to apply for me to buy them twice. Thanks B! 👍

[@akesautodetailingperforman8128]

Used this in my business a gal of it on a few different maintenance clients, summer months in fl didn't last long at all winter.(fl not so hot summer) it seemed to last a month and a half or so. My maintenance program is every 2 weeks so I got to stay on top of it and see it through the best it could. opted out for a cheaper qd that last a lil longer.

[@seandavies386]

What is cheaper and lasts that long then?

[@fatalostriches8618]

I found Griot's Ceramic Speed Shine has better durability and decided I will stomach the higher price per gallon to use that over this.

[@chiroguy98]

It’s a good product. Works well on coated and waxed cars.

[@jotighe2]

great video. impressed with the channel

[@apexdetail85]

Welcome to the family!!

[@limoman4125]

I just got my notification of my coating shipping out from apex!! Can't wait to apply it!! Have high hopes!! Brian doesn't put his name on something unless it's top notch!!

[@damiansutube]

My experience with this product has been unexpected. I’ve been using the original Adam’s spray on graphene spray for the last couple of years. I usually wash at least once a month with Adam’s graphene wash for maintenance. However I wanted something in between chances to wash since I live in an apartment and am switching to mostly rinseless washing. I know the graphene detail spray doesn’t give more gloss than the spray coating but it seems to have a warmer appearance and now has more depth. Where the spray coating definitely has more gloss and more of a mirror like finish, at least in my opinion. I’m not sure if I prefer it but I’m actually leaning towards it. Since I’m in an apartment it stays outdoors year round and it’s been a month and still performing well through a few rains and the brutal Texas heat. However I don’t know if it’s performing better layered over the spray coating as opposed to it by itself. Hope it helps!

[@damiansutube]

Oh yeah! The thing that blew me away! So I have a bad back and couldn’t wash my car for month or so after and it got bombed by birds. I had some pretty noticeable bird poop etchings on the hood. I had purchased some one step compound/polish in preparation to correct the etchings. Somehow after using the rinseless wash and following with the detail spray the etchings are almost completely gone. I’m guessing the detail spray has fillers? That’s the only possible explanation I can fathom but I couldn’t be happier that it worked so well.

[@Faithxiii1973]

Is this safe for gloss vinyl wraps??

[@Harvz78]

Can you do also the Mackee’s Graphine Coating Wax.

[@nachomandetailingservices1057]

Don’t look bad at all great review! ❤️👍🏻

[@Bigislandguy]

What do you recommend for protecting chrome wheels? I have 100 spoke wire wheels and they are a pain to clean.

[@Galaxylynx12]

Hey. Awesome review! What is the hose nozzle that you are using? Many thanks!

[@OptimusOctopuss5302]

Do try out the detail spray from Zirconite. They say it’s very slick

[@ddautodetailing]

Great review!

[@betametabravo3547]

Another great, honest review!👍🏻

[@datsuntoyy]

I'd like to see some of these comparasons with a ceramic or graphene coat with and without a topper. Which toppers make a difference over a good coating?

[@missayawk]

$12.99 at autozone.Used on my ceramic coated car.Its the only thing that doesnt haze.Smooth.

[@JetDriver77]

And this can be applied to a car that already has a ceramic coating without negatively effecting it?

[@PeteyMcSavage]

Suggest the trim dye “that black stuff” and old school “forever black”

[@DavidM-8282]

can you use this stuff after you wash car ?????

[@iMiik]

hey brian is that aqua wash mitt available through the apex store? if not where can i get one?

[@jbanda896]

Would this attract dust like bead maker?

[@iliakorita6111]

If I use this product does my car need to be cotated??

[@404notfound.....]

I've seen this at my local store for a while now, anybody know how this compares to topper in terms of gloss?

[@apexdetail85]

Topper would have slightly higher gloss.

[@pj9241]

topper is far glossier smells better and streaks less.

[@miranaseguin4087]

Thx for your video ! I like this product easy to use and nice shine. :P

[@candidobm]

Amazing job! 👏🏽 I applied this same Adam’s coating in my car. So, what would be the best drying aid and topper to maintain the coat over time? As drying aid I’m between: - Adam’s Graphene Detailer - Xtreme Solutions Topper - Gyeon Ceramic Detailer As Topper: - Adam’s Graphene Boost - CarPro Reload 2.0 - Gyeon CanCoat EVO What products do you suggest?

[@GethinJames]

It's expressly stated on the web site that it's not a waterless wash.

[@NZ_Lexus_IS-F]

I'm not entirely sold on Graphene products yet, I think they're definitely still in their infancy

[@thelegendarywasdgamer9724]

If you use adams graphene ceramic uv coating im positive you will change your mind

[@NZ_Lexus_IS-F]

@@thelegendarywasdgamer9724 I have a Fireball Butterfly Graphene coating being put on in September, shall get back to you a few weeks after it's on, it's supposed to last 9 hears and be hard as

[@thelegendarywasdgamer9724]

@@NZ_Lexus_IS-F yea these new graphene infused coatings have Insane durability.

[@NZ_Lexus_IS-F]

@@thelegendarywasdgamer9724 I'm looking forward to it haha. Cheers for the replies too btw

[@thelegendarywasdgamer9724]

@@NZ_Lexus_IS-F 👍👍

[@vincentzarate2969]

It could be in my head but I used this as a detail spray like 2 days after washing my truck. When I got off work that day it was covered in a fine layer in small dirt particles. It was a windy day but still, could it attract dirt? Like in a static charge type of way

[@Creepercreep10]

that’s normal for a car to get dusty after 2 days. at least in my experience

[@bme7491]

I have ceramic spray protection (Turtle Wax Hybrid Ceramic) on my Prius but after a 2000 mile road trip I now have lots of light bug remains even after a good wash. Should I go after them with like Citrol 266 or a clay bar?

[@jayhoughton558]

Try a dedicated bug remover like 3d bug remover. Less aggressive than the options you listed.

[@Andresthebigkat]

What ^^^this lad said or try APC diluted

[@packerfan43042]

Anyone know if their formulation changed recently? I did not find it to be that slick

[@rideSeltzer]

@apexdetail85 how do you think this compares to the chemical guys blazin banana detailer. Just curious

[@bat__bat]

Cool test. makes me feel better about my purchase. I bought this stuff a couple weeks back. I applied it like a ceramic coat with an applicator to my newly buffed headlights. I know I overdid it. 😅 A more appropriate product would have been an actual coating spray applied that way, not a detailer. Regardless, my headlights are surprisingly slick, water repellent, and got compliments pretty fast! That durability is on point for the $ Now i need to clean and use this stuff all over my car til i can afford a real coating. 🤑

[@seandavies386]

Can you update please? How did you find the detail spray bin the end?

[@Sherukka]

What is the safety aspect regarding these spray products containing graphene? I’ll pass until we got more data. We already have some on graphene and it is not good.

[@apexdetail85]

As you have noticed by now....I personally shy away from graphene products.

[@kirkwilson5900]

@Apex Detail can I ask why you shy away from graphene products? Or send me to a video you may already have. I just ordered a bottle of this detail spray you reviewed. When it comes time to a real coating I'm definitely ordering yours btw! Thanks for all your great content and info

[@Sherukka]

@@kirkwilson5900 Read about graphene in the lungs…

[@kirkwilson5900]

@@Sherukka uh oh. That doesn't sound good. 😳

[@Sherukka]

@@kirkwilson5900 I’m not saying these products aren’t safe but you’ll have to be careful before jumping on because there are studies about graphene

[@utahnick]

This was great

[@brianhunt914]

Can I ask what was the dilution ratio of the bh surfex hd as it's seriously concentrated.. I use it for wheels at 1/5 when they are super dirty for example.

[@apexdetail85]

5:1 is how we use it as well.

[@barrybij8079]

I really liked the stuff.. i would buy it again...

[@sarfine64]

Is anyone here experiencing less waterspots on graphene coating compared to ceramic coating?

[@richardseem7948]

yet another awesome video and product review good friend.

[@ejayufaka]

Anyone tried using it as a waterless car wash? How was it? Do you recommend? Any cons?

[@djdecember1]

Worked ok for me. Used topper and like it much much better. Ech20 better than Adams detail spray. McKees wash and wax n914 better than Adams in my experience

[@mariosantiago8931]

For me, very easy to use, you just have to move it around 7-10 minutes, in the climate of P.R one month of protection no more.

[@392starsnstripes]

Hey Brian great video once again, Brian in your experience what product line do you prefer ethos or Adam's

[@SonnyVu-d8n]

It won’t work on top of wax it need to be on clear coat top coat

[@richardseem7948]

I know I was shocked by this product. like u said at its price point really can't go wrong

[@kimnewling5728]

Fun video. If I'm going thru the process of prepping the vehicle, then I'll probably use something more durable. Thx Brian.

[@mikek8986]

this industry is flooded with companies making claims and promises..Adam’s among a handful of others who have been in this arena since the start … for where Adam’s price point stands and performance of their products…. they have been one of my go to’s for years…

[@MNpicker]

Not to bad 👌👍

[@lifeofbrian9511]

😁👍🏻

[@monkichiboi4003]

why would i use this as a clay lube that makes no sense lmao

[@mikea5205]

My experience with graphene is the total opposite. No slickness, very grippy, very streaky. Yeah I don't know, I'll stick with ceramic for now. Plus, my Adams bottle handle broke the 1st day using it lol.

[@paulgyro]

Graphene is. Ceramic, I think you mean you'll stick to Sio2 right?

[@djdecember1]

Had the same experience. With one spray on soft microfiber.

[@mikea5205]

@@paulgyro - correct.

[@choosechancemobiledetailin9587]

The ole apc did it🤣

[@jh.f30]

This shit is firee

[@nookbandit]

First from Puerto Rico

[@Scoot8428]

So sick of this crappy graphing joke the amount of graphene that has to be in a product like this to work is phenomenal and it would have to be expensive as hell forward to even work it's just a freaking keyword buzzword it's junk

[@Amor1990]

Adam’s is overpriced and it underperforms. Not a good combo.

[@thelegendarywasdgamer9724]

I find that adam products are in some cases alot nicer then say turtle wax products or Meguiar's or mothers

[@gimmesomesugar]

I think it's great. Strangely I use Mother's Cleaner Wax paste as a base twice a year and the rest of the time I use this detailer every time I wash and it's awesome. I like it so much I buy it by the gallon.

[@SRT_Estrella]

how long does the gallon last you?

[@gimmesomesugar]

@@SRT_Estrella About 6 months.