Best Waterless Wash And How To Use It - Waterless Wash and Wax |

[@nomenessuno2463]

Thanks Jamie. I'm exploring Superior Products because of their cost effectiveness and availability through local Oreilly's. Your videos are very useful for real world usage guidelines.

[@jamiesdetailing]

They have some great products those are exactly the reasons I decided to go with them as well! Thanks a ton for the feedback and for checking out the videos 👊🏽

[@coachzellers]

Jamie can i use this on a ceramic coat as a topper or drying aid or should i use your ONR dilutions?

[@user-un1ek3iz6k]

Nice video Jamie. Can you please tell me what step stool you are using to reach the top of the SUV for cleaning? Been looking for a good, sturdy one.

[@jamiesdetailing]

It is the Franklin 40”. I think it is about $40 at Harbor Freight. Thanks for checking out the video 👌🏾

[@mandorios-t1f]

Is your car coated with any type of product?

[@jamiesdetailing]

@@mandorios-t1f yes! Currently testing Superior Products Nano Ceramic Coating. I have had it on for a little over a year now and it is still going just as strong as when I put it on.

[@killmaster46]

@@jamiesdetailingdo you have a product code for it

[@jamiesdetailing]

@killmaster46 I got you! superiorproducts.com/product/ceramiccoating/

[@Ozzisautospa]

@@jamiesdetailinghow long is that coating supposed to be good for, they don’t really specify on their website

[@jamiesdetailing]

@Ozzisautospa honestly this is the exact reason I’m testing it for myself lol. It’s supposed to be a three-year coating if you put one coat of ceramic on. Two coats is supposed to last five years. I have 1 coat on my vehicle

[@bradysmail1969]

With these dilution ratios this doesn't appear to be cost effective at all! ONR is 256:1. Which makes it a much better deal cost-wise.

[@RnBGarvey]

i like to do the top last because its usually the cleanest, and it holds the most water.

[@Jarph0821]

I had this in my cart, but i ended up not buying it due to the cancer warning on it. I use OPT no rinse or HERO by ADS. One of the few non superior profucts I use

[@jamiesdetailing]

Will definitely look into this! Thank you for the suggestions as well 👊🏽

[@Jarph0821]

@@jamiesdetailing definitely, stay safe. Much love 🤙 You keep it real, no BS like the other guys pushing garbage products for 5x the cost.

[@Reaper-Jim]

@@Jarph0821Most, if not all, detailing chemicals will have risks involved with their use. Especially for concentrated products. Kinda why they invented PPE for handling these types of things. I wouldn’t concern yourself with getting cancer from a waterless wash, just use it responsibly and you’re golden. You know you’re not supposed to bathe in this stuff, right? Hahaha! 😊😊😊

[@Jarph0821]

@@Reaper-Jim agreed. But some superior products have the cancer warning and others don't. I have an awesome setup and lineup with superior using the non prop 65 chemicals they offer. They kick ass

[@Reaper-Jim]

@@Jarph0821I have no argument to offer. You have to use what best suits your style. If you are concerned with health safety, that’s a legitimate reason. All I’m saying is a little common sense goes a long way. For example, I don’t enjoy busting knuckles turning wrenches in tight spaces, but I accept it’s a risk. I do everything I can to avoid it, but it’s going to happen. 😊😊😊

[@rosmarin2438]

Anyone tell you that you sound like Jaleel White?

[@jamiesdetailing]

You saying him as a kid or him as an adult 🤣🤣😅

[@rosmarin2438]

@@jamiesdetailing hahah touché

[@kxld03]

Does it work on coated vehicles?

[@jamiesdetailing]

Definitely see my other comments on this in the comments section. But the short answer is yes. The more complicated answer has to do with if you like toppers on your coatings or not. Some people think it is practically sacrilegious to put a topper on a coating. My personal option is do what you want with your own coating. I think this product works awesome with my ceramic coated vehicle. I plan on having to rejuvenate my coating once or twice a year anyways so I typically just wash it how I want and leave the toppers that I like on it. I do a strip wash and clay towel when needed.

[@bernard-francoistaylor4205]

I love this guy

[@AmirAbdullah]

Yeah I’ve been using the labocosmetica waterless wash concentrate, you can dilute it up to 10:1. Ans it’s inexpensive and doesn’t streak. I like it

[@mikeeonfiya]

Hi Jamie, would you happen to know how the chemistry differs from a quick detailer? E.g., does it have stronger surfactants to emulsify the dirt or some ionic charge to safely dislodge dirt? My gallon is coming Friday and I can’t wait to use. I’ve used P&S Epic Waterless Wash + 3D Waterless Wash and enjoyed them both, scent is great, they’re far more expensive then Superior Products!

[@Reaper-Jim]

I’m not Jamie but I know what’s in SP Waterless Wash n Wax; crystalline silica, petroleum based solvent and blahlahblahsiloxane. While those chemicals ARE hazardous to human beings, in diluted form they are relatively safe. The main difference of a waterless wash is that it contains polishing/waxing agents AND detergents rather than just polishing/waxing agents that detail sprays contain. Both contain some sort of distilled water and alcohol mixture. SP Waterless Wash n Wax is an excellent cleaner for unpainted plastic trim, rubber seals, weatherstripping and to a much lesser degree = glass. Jamie is 100% on this product being effective, it really is. However, I can’t get behind the waterless wash method. It’s just simply not the best way to clean vehicles … in my opinion and experience. That certainly doesn’t mean it has no place in detailing, because it does. And it most definitely doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use it, because you should … if your options are that limited. All this is probably not what you wanted to read, but don’t be discouraged or disappointed because when you get it you’ll be happy with its performance. 😊😊😊

[@jamiesdetailing]

So I actually just got off of SP website and I was looking at the MSDS and such. From my personal experience and in actual use I think Waterless wash cleans better and is slicker than most quick detailers however waterless wash is technically just a quick detailer. From SP’s website “Waterless Wash & Wax is an easy to use quick detail product. Spray on, gently rub in and wipe off! Waterless Wash & Wax cleans and polishes without water, virtually anywhere, anytime. Waterless Wash & Wax is a safe, biodegradable alternative to using soap and water. Will Waterless Wash & Wax clean an off-road mudder? No way! However, to quickly clean and detail this is one outstanding product! VOC compliant. Dilute product 1:1 to 5:1.” It definitely has stronger surfactants than a quick detailer and emulsifies the dirt and stuff much better. I always notice when I use a QD as a waterless wash I will get a ton of streaking if the surface is not perfectly clean with this product I do not have those issues because it has those added surfactants.

[@mikeeonfiya]

@@jamiesdetailing Thank you.

[@mikeeonfiya]

@@Reaper-Jim Thank you.

[@suredetailers4601]

Great job 👍

[@lago1892]

How does this compare to EZ shine ?

[@jamiesdetailing]

Thanks for checking out the video! I would say the 2 are not really comparable. EZ shine is more just a gloss intensifier with a little wax. You would typically use it after a traditional wash process or rinseless wash. You could even use it after waterless washing your vehicle if you wanted to. Wash and wax is basically like waterless wash and EZ shine all in one bottle. It’s more expensive overall but can be great for light contamination on the paint and even washing windows inside and out. It washes and leaves a light protection all at the same time.

[@Reaper-Jim]

SP waterless wash n wax is a product I’ve actually used and still currently have. Furthermore, I’ve actually exchanged emails with Superior Products on this specific product. Unfortunately, because of the information they gave me, I still have an almost full gallon of this just collecting dust on my shelves. Is the product good? Yes. Not only that, it’s also cheap. Straight out of the bottle, it’s an excellent cleaner. I think it works well on plastic trim, especially on textured pieces. Reasons why I DON’T use this product: It streaks bad at anything less than 4:1, no streaks at 5:1 but then even less lubrication. Lubrication is very low at anything higher than 3:1. Cleaning power is legit at full strength but weakens drastically after dilution. Scratches paint (micro-scratch) that builds over time. Reasons why I don’t use the waterless wash method: It has the highest risk factor of damaging paint. It will never fully clean any vehicle. It leaves the most residue behind. It can’t clean any vehicle that has more than light dirt/dust. It’s not efficient, practical or economical. I would argue that it’s not entirely effective, either. Would I recommend this product? No. Absolutely not. It is little more than a polishing detail spray. It clogs ceramic coatings, defeats traditional wax’s hydrophobic properties and generally mucks up the surface of paint. While it does clean, short term, it will cause scratching over time and extended use. In other words, you don’t notice it on the first few washes. Waterless washing is a tremendous theoretical process that simply does not live up to its name, in my opinion. I badly want waterless to work for me. I have given so many products a chance … it’s just not there. Yet. At least, not for me. 😊😊😊

[@jamiesdetailing]

Definitely appreciate your insight. I actually have been loving this product on my personal vehicle to keep it clean and do those mid week wipe downs. If you only used a small amount from a gallon how would you know it micro abrades the surface over time? Give it another try at 4:1 Now obviously this is not a method for dirty vehicles. This is for vehicles that are maintained regularly. I always stress to use your best judgment choosing a wash method that works best for the contaminants currently on your vehicle. I haven't noticed too much streaking or anything unless the panel is in direct sun on a hot day like in the video 😅 I do find it to do a great job cleaning without any micromaring / scratching or anything like that. As far as ceramic coated vehicles just driving will clog the pores eventually so you really can get out of having to rejuvenate the coating eventually. For my personal vehicle and for my maintenance clients this is planned into their maintenance schedule. Not everyone will enjoy the waterlesss wash method but for those that do I think this is a great product and definitely has its place. You can see in the video it is quite effective and does not leave any residue and cost less than a dollar to wash and protect an entire vehicle. Jim I always love your comments and do appreciate them and it is definitely ok we have different opinions and detail a little different. I definitely hope to see your comments in future videos my man 👊🏽

[@Reaper-Jim]

@@jamiesdetailingHow do I know it scratches the surface while only using a tiny amount of product? Well, it’s diluted in a different container/sprayer. I used it over an 11 month period. I started to see the scratches at the 4 month mark … which is why I contacted Superior Products via email. They were very helpful but ultimately the information they provided caused me to stop using it. Essentially it’s why I stopped using all the waterless wash products I have or had. Yes, you’re absolutely correct about “just driving” can clog your coatings. But most coatings are “self-cleaning” that only require a gentle touch. Waterless wash clogs the coating on purpose. No, it doesn’t defeat the coating at all (just the surface tension) but it does affect a coatings performance. … and yes, I understand differences of opinions are always going to play a factor. It’s why I usually include the caveat “for me”. I’m not going to pretend to be all-knowing for anything detailer oriented. However, I do have extensive knowledge based on over 3 decades of apprenticeship and practice. Some things are universal, some things are situational. I mean, some things just are what they are. IMO waterless washing is the worst method of cleaning a vehicle. IMO, rinseless and/or traditional are the superior methods. Those have just been MY experiences. Until they master the components you need for waterless washing, I will not use the method or recommend it. Like I said, SP waterless wash n wax is not a bad product. But it does not check all the boxes, for me, to properly clean. 😊😊😊

[@jamiesdetailing]

@Reaper-Jim I can totally respect that. I’m glad I asked. I am just now getting to that 4+ month mark with this product. I will keep an eye on it incase I see micro scratching in my ceramic coating. If I do I will definitely do an update on this product. Thanks for your insight and further details 👊🏽

[@Reaper-Jim]

@@jamiesdetailingAs always, I apologize for my argumentative nature. I don’t mean to offend or infuriate … though, sometimes, that’s exactly how it plays out. My intentions are good even if a bit confrontational. 😊😊😊

[@scionofliberty2967]

It's definitely a cool product. However, if I understand things correctly, you wouldn't want to use this if you have a ceramic coating on your car as it will defeat the purpose of the ceramic. That is, putting a wax on top of ceramic defeats the purpose of the ceramic as the wax is susceptible to water spotting, and pitting from - wax has a lower hardness and lubricity than ceramics. Thoughts?

[@jamiesdetailing]

@@scionofliberty2967 I totally get you on that and normal yes you technically don’t really want to use a wax on a ceramic coating however my vehicle is ceramic coated and I could care less about the coatings hydrophobics and I have never had issues with water spotting or staining on the coating due to toppers. At the end of the day, I think you can clean your vehicle however you want as long as you’re getting the results that you’re looking for. My personal opinion on ceramic coatings is, I’m simply using it for a sacrificial barrier between the elements and my paint and, my towel and the paint. Hydrophobics and everything else that you get from it is really just a bonus and helps me keep the car cleaner a little longer. You can always do a strip wash to restore your coatings properties at any time. When it comes to this specific waterless wash in my opinion it plays very well with with ceramic coatings. There is a lot more I could say on this but I’m not going to get into the fact that many coating brands just want you to buy their specific toppers and washes for their specific coating but that’s a whole nother subject in itself.

[@nomenessuno2463]

@@jamiesdetailing I agree. Keeping your car clean is like exercise. Do what makes you consistently exercise and in this case maintain your car. Typically, that is the easiest, quickest, and enjoyable method. When you consistently maintain your car, it is much easier to maintain it and a lot of arguments about methods and products that are marginally "better" tend to be less meaningful.

[@jamiesdetailing]

@@nomenessuno2463 Absolutely well said 👊🏽💯💪

[@scionofliberty2967]

@@jamiesdetailing Right on. Thanks.

[@toecutterjenkins]

No worries about scratching without water?

[@jamiesdetailing]

As long as your vehicle is not heavily contaminated and you’re using a decent towel you will be fine. if your microfiber towel is having trouble gliding across the paint, you may need to use a different wash method. Always use your best judgment when deciding how to wash your vehicle for the specific contaminants that are on it at that time.

[@Reaper-Jim]

To further clarify … ANY method or products used for cleaning vehicles is going to scratch the paint to some degree. It’s scientifically impossible not to. However, the method AND products you use can help to mitigate the damage. That’s the entire point, though. Reducing the risks is paramount. Imo, the safest (in order) methods of washing are: Rinseless, Traditional, Touchless and then Waterless. 😊😊😊

[@TheAlmightySushi]

@@Reaper-Jim how can a rinseless / traditional be safer than touchless? Also, why is rinseless safer than traditional? I have bought a rinseless because I liked the simplicity, but now you sparked my interest.

[@jamiesdetailing]

@TheAlmightySushi it has to do with the surfactants used and the way it lifts and emulsifies the dirt off of the panel vs a typical soap

[@Mr.SparkleOG]

Heck yeah Jamie!! Thank you for posting this sir!! Good stuff!!

[@laurapalmerTDGE]

And in the full sun you'll have the most streaks you van imagine. Grinding in the dust and dirt is never a good idea.

[@jamiesdetailing]

I would argue it highly depends on the level and type of dirt and contamination on your vehicle. You can see in some of the closeups in the beginning of the video the contamination is mostly “top down” contamination as most people would call it meaning it is mostly just light dust particles and some film from the rain. If there was to be bottom up contamination meaning dirt and debris from the ground or road I would definitely wash your vehicle with a different method. You always need to assess your vehicle and try to wash it with the best method for the type of dirt and contamination on your vehicle. I totally agree with you though you don’t want to be grinding dirt or debris into your paint. You might want to checkout my modified rinseless wash method for a vehicle that is more dirty than this one.

[@isidrosevier1125]

Hey man, how is this product when it comes to static and repelling dust? Where i live its so dusty because i live on the service road. It drives me crazy because when im washing my cars,bits dusty before im even done. Then the next day its super dusty again.

[@jamiesdetailing]

That is actually why I started using this waterless wash instead of using a traditional rinseless wash solution. I used to use rinseless in between details to remove pollen and dust mid week or after a long drive but it seemed by the time I was done wiping the car down it was already dusty again. This definitely repels dust much much better!

[@isidrosevier1125]

@@jamiesdetailing awesome man, thank you. I will give it a try. I definitely feel like the more you have to wipe it the more static we create. So this method seems like a good option.

[@gk9417]

Not on ceramics 🤷🏼‍♂️🙏✌️🇨🇦

[@jamiesdetailing]

@@gk9417 works very well on coated vehicles 👌 this is a pretty common misconception in the detailing world. Waterless wash is similar to other wash products that have sealants and waxes in them. It will enhance your coating and like clearcoat a ceramic coating will still accept topcoat protectants and gloss enhancers.

[@gk9417]

@@jamiesdetailing ok thanks

[@GusM661]

Hello Jamie can this product be used as quick detailer spray?

[@jamiesdetailing]

@GusM661 yes!! It’s pretty similar and you can use it in that way! Basically what I do. Just must it on the panel and wipe away.

[@DAT-TEXAS-DUDE]

Already Mr jammie

[@jamiesdetailing]

@@DAT-TEXAS-DUDE absolutely 👊🏽

[@JoseMartinez-gq4sc]

Does is scratch the paint ?

[@jamiesdetailing]

No as long as your vehicle is not gritty And dirty you should be fine. You will need to use your best judgment when deciding what wash method to use on your vehicle. I typically use a waterless method when my vehicle is really just dusty or dirty from being out in the rain, but if it’s getting to the point that my towel isn’t really going to slide across the paint easily with the waterless solution, then I will bump up to a rinseless wash.

[@JoseMartinez-gq4sc]

@@jamiesdetailing ok thank you so much answering my question i will take your advice 👍🏼

[@KingTheDetailer]

Can it be used as a drying aid ? Since it has wax in it ?

[@jamiesdetailing]

Honestly I have never tried that. Honestly most detail sprays can be used as a drying aid. If I give it a try I will report back 🫡

[@KingTheDetailer]

@@jamiesdetailing would be an interesting way of using it , I don't know why superior doesn't make a ceramic spray it's the only thing they are missing

[@seanchristman9548]

Hey Jamie, looking to pick up some superior products for home use. Which products would you consider essentials? Thanks

[@jamiesdetailing]

Hey this is actually the first time someone asked me specifically about SP for home use. Pretty cool actually!! For the home I would recommend Pink perfection or Green All for most of your general cleaning. I like Pink Perfection a little better. Zap-it for stains on carpet and upholstery. And probably an enzyme cleaner like Does It All. Between those three I don’t think you would have any problems cleaning most messes in your house. Thanks a ton for the questions. Definitely something different.

[@seanchristman9548]

@@jamiesdetailing thanks for the reply but apparently I didn’t proof read my question. Haha. I meant what would be your essentials for home detailing. Not for a business.

[@Thai.H]

Pink perfection interiors, dirt buster/ cherry foam for exterior washes , spray wax for a splash of exterior perfection, dark fury for tires and wheels 5/1 and that should be good chemical wise ​@@seanchristman9548