Paint Protection: What's the difference between Quick Beads & Ceramic Gloss?

[@jiml9855]

I use both CG and QB’s. I just washed my wife’s SUV after a trip to Lake Tahoe for a ski trip. The road grime and sand residue just fell off without a contact wash, of course, I followed up with a very easy contact wash. Having the car already protected made it an easy wash. I used DIY Rinseless Wash to release the dirt and then rinsed with water, I then sprayed Rinseless Wash again on the car before my contact wash with Rinseless Wash. This time I used QB’s in the water stream and was amazed how easy it was able to apply this way and being a full-size SUV it only took about 2 minutes max to apply. I then followed up with CG on a small towel and dry. Very quick process and fully protected! Super slick when finished! Love both products, thanks Ivan and Nick for providing us with great products that work and are fun to use!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Wow, thank you.

[@vincentolo9271]

Hey Guys, just wanted to let you know...I'm in. I just ordered both of these to use each every wash....QB before the CG drying aid wipe down...thanks for replying to my emails and for producing this vid.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@steveclark2426]

Because of Yvan I typically will do a rinseless wash. I love the efficiency and finish with ceramic gloss. I do love the effects of quick beads after a traditional bucket wash. The water reaction is awesome to watch, almost like the water doesn’t know where to go. A great product to look into would be a glass coating. Also love the no nonsense positive approach to all your videos.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks Steve! Our ceramic coatings work great on glass too, no need to over think that part of it 😀

[@icebmwpower]

@@diydetailofficialhow you suggests to use both the ceramic gloss and quick beads? I know it was discussed earlier but can’t find it.

[@Sovrakha]

@@icebmwpower from my understanding; -apply quick beads post-rinse after a soap wash, then spread/rinse, then dry. -apply ceramic gloss after a Rinseless wash and immediately dry off. Quick beads has an extra rinsing step and is most efficient with a soap wash, ceramic gloss is most efficient with a Rinseless wash. I think that’s how it goes 🤔

[@diydetailofficial]

No coating needed! Protect your paint this winter kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHXIk6aDl6mjhNk

[@diydetailofficial]

@Sovrakha No coating needed! Protect your paint this winter kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHXIk6aDl6mjhNk

[@ericwright1075]

This is the best discussion about these products and answered all my questions. Thank you. 🇨🇦

[@diydetailofficial]

awesome! great to hear, that was the hope when we recorded it:)

[@johncherry2163]

I just tried ceramic gloss today as a drying aid, works very well. Nice glossy slick finish. Top tier product.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@cebasmb8250]

I just can't say enough about you guys, so enjoyable to watch your videos, so much smiling...... so happy I love the energy keep it up guys love you guys 💙 great team 💙

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you so much!!

[@davidmorgan2964]

I finally got my ‘total’ cleaning act together for my new car - after foaming, contact wash I used Quick Beads and it came out beautifully! I actually got two ‘beautiful car’ compliments the very next day. Thanks for explaining both products and why.

[@diydetailofficial]

Nice work!

[@J1Z06]

Ceramic gloss all the way! Love that stuff. A gallon will be coming My way of this as I can't get enough of it. Thanks so much for all of Your excellent videos and products!!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks! It’s amazing stuff 😀

[@fastminivan]

I recently purchased DIY Detail goodies and just used the quick beeds, holy cow that stuff is freaking amazing!!! I did not expect it to do so much but I’m a believer now 100%. I got ceramic gloss as well and haven’t used it yet so that will be next to test but I’m already loving the quick beeds.

[@diydetailofficial]

That is awesome!

[@jeffmutter2286]

Just received my shipment today of rinseless wash, legacy sponge, clay towel, quick beads, and ceramic gloss. Excited to use em all. Never thought to double up. Great idea. First time using DIY products.

[@diydetailofficial]

Have fun!

[@dustin3700]

The 1st product I used that was water activated was about 3 years ago called qp on 2.0 which is a concentrate you mix 20:1 which is awsome for wheels to aid in mostly air drying them. I never dry a vehicle without a drying aid unless it's coated and I'm air drying.

[@diydetailofficial]

Good plan

[@danielbonner8309]

I commend you guys for making things simple and explaining the differences between your products. Some of these companies are getting CRAZY with the amount of products they put out to do the same job. In the end it just confuses and fustrates the consumer.

[@diydetailofficial]

thank you

[@DMCnME]

I put the 5 year on my vehicle and the 3 year on my wife's. Both are exceptional coatings. I don't want to buy 2 toppers, though... so I'm using Ceramic Gloss on both. Hopefully I'm not killing the graphene effects of the 3 year by using Ceramic Gloss on it. Great stuff guys!!

[@diydetailofficial]

No need to over think it, DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss does great on both.

[@nokibuyo]

I'm wondering the same thing. I want the benefits of graphene, but I want the most gloss. Is the 5 year noticeably glossier than the 3 year? I don't care much about longevity. I also wonder how the gloss of the 3 year + Ceramic Gloss compares against the 5 year alone, but like you I don't want to kill the effectiveness of the graphene. My car is white, if that makes a difference.

[@DMCnME]

@@nokibuyo Since this post, I’ve applied the 5 year coating. The gloss is real. I’ve also come to the realization that I overthink things. If you apply the 5 year, regardless if you top with Ceramic Gloss or Quick Beads, you’ll have a gloss monster that sheds water like crazy. As long as you’re not parked under sprinklers, water spots won’t be an issue.

[@nokibuyo]

@@DMCnME Thank you! I'm leaning towards the 5 year because I want the most possible gloss. What is your preference between Ceramic Gloss and Quick Beads. And are you doing rinseless? I'm thinking Rinseless + Ceramic Gloss or Incredible Suds + Quick Beads for maintenance.

[@DMCnME]

@@nokibuyo 5 year and Ceramic Glass as a drying aid. Be careful not to over apply… made that mistake. One or 2 (max) sprays per panel. I’ll try Quick Beads at some point. Picked up a gallon of both the rinseless and IS, so I’ll be doing both wash methods in the future. Rinseless is… awesome. It cleans everything and for some reason, it makes the truck look different to my eyes. It’s killer. We sometimes have drought restrictions where I live, so rinseless is perfect. But when I want a foam party, IS fits the bill. Both are great. Go save some $$ on the BF sale.

[@bekiro28]

guys drying towel needs a video of it's own it is very unique and awesome and it is the best on the market for sure

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

Agreed

[@diydetailofficial]

The Drying Blanket? Yes it's awesome:)

[@wescat2]

Yvan & Nick if using Ceramic Gloss as a drying aid what kind of longevity can you see from your drying towel? Even with proper washing at some point ceramic gloss should prevent the towel from drying. Or does it wash out completely? Love these videos!

[@diydetailofficial]

If you’re concerned with that. As soon as you’re finished drying the car, soak the towel in your wash bucket. The surfactants will prevent the drying aid from crosslinking.

[@wescat2]

Thanks

[@diydetailofficial]

@wescat2 thank you for your question.

[@davidruggles996]

Another great video guys. I know it's not as sexy as your great chemical lineup but maybe have a video to talk through the different brushes in your lineup. Where to use each and maybe most importantly, where not to use. Your convertible top video featured the red and blue. The green brush has made a few cameo appearances... Your website descriptions are good but nothing like having an actual feature video. 😁👍

[@diydetailofficial]

That’s a great idea thanks David 💪

[@harvendarbains3864]

Hi guys, can Quick Beads be applied over a traditional wax?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@stevenv9224]

I like both but I do have different methods. So if I do rinseless I stick with ceramic gloss. And when I pressure wash I use incredible studs with quick beads or I do both. Depending on my moods. However I love both and enjoy every minute of it. Thanks for the great product. Can’t wait for the waterless to come out. I need something in between

[@diydetailofficial]

That’s what I do too

[@isaachussein3071]

What steps should I use for a rinseless decontamination Rinseless Quick beads as clay lube And dry off with ceramic ?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@brunovivaldi97]

You guys are awesome, keep up the good work!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you! Will do!

[@DetailingMadeSimple]

Great video. Definitely useful as my customers text me all the time before buying/building their kit. now I’ll just send them this link. 👍 I prefer Ceramic Gloss. But that feel of the paint is unique with QB. Just like you guys said a velvet feel.

[@diydetailofficial]

I prefer Ceramic Gloss but every time I use Quick Beads I'm reminded of how slick it feels and how much I love it, too:)

[@johnfreeman440]

I swear I asked the questions that you answered in a couple other comments sections on your other videos. Exactly the content I needed. You guys are doing it right. Would you guys be against sending a bottle of Ceramic Gloss to Scott HD to push for it to be included on one of his upcoming coating longevity video series?

[@diydetailofficial]

He only uses what he has paid for himself.

[@robrobinson420]

I did customers car Saturday i used quick beads then ceramic gloss on top. It was windy day so quick beads was harder so finished it off with ceramic gloss on white bmw . Ceramic gloss is best spray i used in 20 years if it last like you say then amazing job 👍

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you. You can post your results in our facebook group bit.ly/DIYDetailFacebookGroup

[@JHvidpro]

Great video! Have a question that may be out of your wheelhouse. Have you ever used your products on aluminum painted hull boats. I trailer mine and fish on the Great Lakes which is hard sometimes dirty water especially at the launch. Water spots are always an issue especially at the stern and the outboard motor. Rarely am I able to wash the boat at the end of the trip usually night time and the boat is already dry when I get home. Would ceramic coatings help or work vs a boat wax in that application?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, on a raw aluminum hull our Metal Ceramic Coating is ideal.

[@malachi2371]

As context, I believe I have bought just about every one of your products and finally did a ceramic coat on my wife’s 2017 Macan. I use your products on her car. However, I use the new turtle wax products on my Hydro blue Jeep. It really adds the right amount of darkening to the paint as opposed to both of your products that makes the paint super glossy. Nothing wrong with that, but was wondering if you might be creating a product that darkened the paint while adding some gloss rather than just high gloss.

[@diydetailofficial]

Try our 8 year Ceramic, it will fit that bill.

[@lowasteam5319]

I haven’t graduated beyond waxing yet but wondering if quick beads would be a good option for door jambs & gloss black wheels to add a little protection and make maintenance cleaning easier?

[@diydetailofficial]

DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss would be a better option, but yes DIY Detail Quick Beads will work.

[@Cornish_Maid]

Hi guys, something Yvan said, he used quick beads, and followed up with ceramic gloss, I’m 67, totally new to this, but already have ceramic gloss, and rinsless wash, plus your sponge and clay cloth, but I’d love to know the process of using both quick beads and ceramic gloss in the same detailing process.

[@diydetailofficial]

Spray on DIY Detail Quick Beads during the rinse, and DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss as a spray and wipe drying aid

[@Cornish_Maid]

@@diydetailofficial Thanks for your reply, my main concern is that I only have a IK multi pro 2 that I can use use to rinse off the quick beads, I’m worried that it may not have enough water pressure to do it properly.

[@millerdetailing4176]

Good stuff Yvon and Nick.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks!

[@ohboy2592]

I have applied your 5 yr ceramic coating, very easy application btw, and I have your quick beads. I bought quick beads to help with water spots since it has graphene. After I apply QB and activate it with water is that considered my drying aid, correct? Or do I need to apply QB again before I towel dry it? I also use a blower to get most of the water off so I’m not towel drying the whole car if that matters.

[@diydetailofficial]

Apply, rinse, dry and enjoy.

[@loren-sr]

Are QB/CG helpful on top of 3/5/8y and c6 hydro lite/glass?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@gertrudedaraklis1170]

8/12/24 Gerdy from Jersey here. Can you elaborate a little bit more detail on the part about using quick beads as a synthetic clay towel lubricant. Meaning . . . after c-toweling the panel ( a panel ) I assume one panel at a time , are we rinsing that panel right away ? No concern with even coverage , the c-towel did that part , but how about streaking concerns ? We still would not want the combination of iron remover and quick beads w/ clay towel drying before rinsing correct ? I live in a middle class development where all of us have a so called “2 car garage” . Very few of us actually use the garage for car parking and non of us can afford the overspray from washing a vehicle inside. I use an extra large/ tall pop-up tent when needed & DI water for every aspect of the washing-detailing process. Still heat , wind , humidity has to be taken into account when using iron remover ,quick beads & clay towel together . For me , quick beads presents a little bit of a challenge in the prevention of streaking . However I’m excited to hear about using that product as part of the decon procedure with the added benefit protection. I just want to make sure on the proper steps and techniques needed to prevent streaks . Sorry for the long read. I can’t help it.

[@diydetailofficial]

Use either DIY Detail Iron Remover or DIY Detail Quick Beads with your Perforated Synthetic Decontamination Towel not both. If using DIY Detail Quick Beads with the Perforated Synthetic Decontamination Towel simply dry with a towel.

[@mnelsonofne]

I wash my bosses car about once a week to keep the road dust down and the car super clean. I use your rinseless wash most of the time but thinking about getting the incredible suds for when it is dirtier. I have been using the ceramic gloss when drying it each time is that over kill. Should I be using quick beads more often or should I just use them every couple washes. Just trying to find the best method for keeping the car looking really good all the time. It does not have a coating right now but thinking about adding one in the near future.

[@diydetailofficial]

A coating would be the best benefit. DIY Detail Quick Beads can be used as often as you like.

[@DetailedbyDon]

You've answered a lot of my questions about the two products, but I still have one concern. I have a Griot's Garage PFM drying towel that I NEVER use for anything but drying the small amount of water left on my cars after a flood rinse. I've always heard/been told that any kind of 'protection product' will clog or otherwise make the drying towel significantly LESS efficient and over time, can ruin the towel. Can you enlighten me on this?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, if removing water from the surface a drying aid is necessary, water is a solvent, and doesn’t protect against towel marring. If you’re not over using DIY Detail Quick Beads or DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss, not a problem. To prevent any issues, simply dunk your towel in your wash bucket a few mins when you’re done drying. The surfactants will prevent the ceramic from cross linking.

[@murraynelson4233]

Question: have you ever tried to spray quick beads or ceramic gloss onto the jewelling pad and a DA polisher? I’m really wondering how it would look so I think I’ll give it a try, but I was curious as to whether or not anyone had tried that before?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, here’s an example Spray ceramic, 7 ways to use DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss!! Detailing 101 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ26ZKxunZWpodE

[@AdamOke]

I'm an idiot and did a FRF cleaning, followed by ceramic gloss. I didn't wait for the 24 hr cure period and applied quick beads after "dry". I got a bit of a haze/browning on a black vehicle. I realized the mistake very quickly and gave the vehicle a rinse to mix the Quick Beads. Will this come off over time with Incredible Suds?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@AdamOke]

@@diydetailofficial Thank you for replying to the amateur learning experiences!

[@davidminor1254]

Back in November 2023 I purchased a Mazda CX-5 and even though I bought products already to wash my new ride I just want to make sure I have everything I need. I use a garden hose with a foam gun and I use a snow foam in it to do the first step before rinsing and then using a car wash(shampoo?) to do my wash. Because of how new my suv is I am not sure I need a wax/polish/compound product yet? But I do want to tackle water spotting due to using a soap. Do I need to use both the water spot remover and maybe quick beads and do I need the (Clay) towel? And what other exterior cleaning product do you guys suggest? I am wanting to keep it clean and not damage anything

[@diydetailofficial]

For water spots I suggest DIY Detail Water Spot Remover

[@xgmbx3468]

Question about of an off label use, what product if any would work to keep a hydrophobic layer on a hockey helmet visor. It's made of clear polycarbonate. Trying to make it easier to clean. Thinking outside the box a bit 🤷. Thanks! Love the product line!

[@diydetailofficial]

Our ceramic coatings, DIY Detail Quick Beads or DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss, your choice

[@armandosinger]

I just coated my truck with diamond body 36. They say not to use a topper because it will either not stick, or it will reduce the extreme contact angle of the DB36. I’m still looking for a topper to reduce towel marring when drying. Does ceramic gloss have a comparable contact angle if used over DB36?

[@diydetailofficial]

Both will do what your looking for.

[@metrock_409]

Hello and just want to say i love your products as im new to car detailing. I got my rinseless wash and wow the smell alone puts a smile on my dial. So heres my question. After i use rinseless wash and dry everything off. Can i use quick beads on dry paint then add ceramic gloss. Is this over kill. Keep up the good work and ill be buying more of your products. Also can you make a air freshers soon

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes you can, a little overkill, but use DIY Detail Quick Beads as a drying aid, then add the DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss once it’s dry.

[@waysidekoi]

There's a ton of information in the videos, but it's very difficult to search for answers to questions like this. Is there a plan to create some kind of easily searchable catalog, and put it on the website, for example?

[@diydetailofficial]

That’s a great idea! We will work on it

[@imran6873]

Great Video so can we use the Carpro X iron remover on your clay towel (synthetic perforated ) so one spray on the panel and one on the clay towel and wipe off , dip the towel into a was bucket after every 2/3 panels and then use the same clay towel with DIY detail ceramic gloss same method one spray on the towel and one on the panel as a drying aid.

[@diydetailofficial]

We haven’t tested that iron remover, but that’s the technique we use with DIY Detail Iron Remover

[@KR8810]

Can you apply ceramic gloss on every wash? I typically was my car once a week and been using it as a drying aid for every wash?

[@CVMarius]

I asked the same thing on another video and Yvan said it's ok.

[@diydetailofficial]

Yep no problem at all

[@gertrudedaraklis1170]

8-12-24 Gerdy from Jersey. One more question . I like the in-depth data on the two products. Can we do the same for C6 Mist ? Can you reveal its original function ? Meaning I thought that C6-Mist was invented & marketed solely as a drying lubricant that would not have a build up effect when frequently used vs quick beads c-gloss&various other toppers on the market . I understand C6 Mist wasn’t invented to offer same level protections vs c-gloss, q-beads and other toppers used as drying aids, therefore allowing it to be used on a regular basis without the risk of build up . What’s regular? Let’s say a person washes 4 days out of 7. Using a topper as a drying aid would build up over time especially if one likes using multiple brand toppers like ceramic gloss, quick beads, Sudslab Maguires ect ect . When marketers start advertising that a product can be used in many different ways then originally first advertised in order to sell more product, ( np, I get it ) I sometimes get lost or confused as to a product’s original purpose. Such is the case with C6- mist.

[@diydetailofficial]

These are all the intended purposes. C6 Ceramics Mist can be used daily if you want.

[@johns4407]

What about spraying quick beads on panel but also into like a clean wet wash mitt and wiping it on every square inch of the car body work and rinsing off?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, but work fast

[@stevenstrong8235]

Nick and Ivan I have a 10 yr ceramic coating. can I use ceramic gloss on my by weekly maintenance washes or is this adding too much protection. I use it as a drying aide after an automatic contactless wash.

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, absolutely

[@ES-sn4wn]

From what I understand is I do a rinseless wash then next step is to protect the car. How should I go about doing this with QB and CG. Is it apply QB first, rinse with water to activate, dry the car, and then apply CG to get the most protection and best look? Also if Im a weekly washer what should i do then after applying the protection the first week of the QB-CG combo? Do I just only use QB, rinse, dry, enjoy? Or do i apply nothing at all since its already protected from the last wash that i did last with the QB-CG combo?

[@diydetailofficial]

That works, for maintenance, one or the other

[@MoiFidodido1966]

Hey guys. Great video once again! 2 questions....how would you use any of the two during a rinseless wash process? and which of the two would be most appropriate to be used in that scenario?

[@diydetailofficial]

Ceramic Gloss is my go to during Rinseless Wash. As the name states....once you've washed the paint with Rinseless, no need to rinse off. So after washing, on a wet panel, use a spray or two of Ceramic Gloss on the paint and on your towel and go ahead and dry

[@MoiFidodido1966]

@@diydetailofficial Cool thanks! :-)

[@GaryOsgood]

Hello, I’m wondering in a Rinseless situation. The vehicle is wet with the Rinseless solution and the next step is to dry it. Since it’s wet, can I spray the panel and the towel with quick beads then dry it, like I would if I was using ceramic gloss?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@pearldrum650]

Hello guys i am a new subscriber and i was wondering if it would be a good combo to use quick beads on a wet surface rinse it off dry the car and then use ceramic gloss on a dry paint for a boost of gloss. Oh and by the way love the content so far!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes you can!

[@Rtkays408]

Love from Sj details always great content!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks!

[@stoiccalligraphy]

Can either Quick Beads or Ceramic Gloss be applied in the rain or if it's raining off and on?

[@diydetailofficial]

It may cause streaks.

[@josephfogus6735]

So I buy your 3 year graphene coating and then use quick beads every 3 months sounds good?

[@diydetailofficial]

Perfect

[@rooboy99]

Hey guys, Can ceramic gloss be a topper for ceramic coated cars? Thx I have a few different ceramic coating toppers but always keen to try new stuff. Also , if I use something like mckees 37 graphene ceramic coating , which would be better to use, quicks beads or ceramic gloss? Thx

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes definitely a great topper. The choice is yours

[@05xrunner]

I like Ceramic gloss. I have used 1 and half bottles so far and I got a gallon as well. I haven't tried quick beads yet

[@diydetailofficial]

To me, it’s just everything you need a spray on protection product to be. It’s a great drying aid, smells awesome and it’s fairly priced. Makes the car look awesome and the beading lasts for months. -Nick

[@bugnautica-lo9ng]

Do you think a venturi nozzle on the end of a pressure washer could be a good way to apply quick beads; many pressure washers have this but I think it would be expensive to use because they venturi dumps soap into the water but an external nozzle could be a great answer

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, but very wasteful

[@rahsoles4151]

Hi Yvan can ceramic gloss be used to clean exterior plastics

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@alexd3854]

If I ceramic coat my vehicle should I still use a drying aid? Would I use something like quick beads after every wash or just once in a while.

[@johnfreeman440]

Yes. Still use a drying aid. I prefer Ceramic Gloss as a soap/foam or rinseless wash drying aid. With a soap wash, you could use quick beads after soap rinse and then apply QB to wet car and rinse again before drying and you would get the benefits of graphene in you 'topper.'

[@diydetailofficial]

You want to use a drying aid to prevent towel marring when you only have water on the surface.

[@DizConnected]

I'm going to order a 16oz bottle and 1 gallon of Ceramic Gloss and coat EVERYTHING!

[@diydetailofficial]

Enjoy

[@JotunTTS]

Suppose a car probably has never been clayed and paint has sandpapery feel to it - still a good idea to use ceramic as a lube or will it ‘protect’ contaminants that don’t get removed right away?

[@diydetailofficial]

It works great

[@RAElias]

If I want to use the “clay towel” with both iron remover and ceramic gloss, should I buy one towel for each? If I will be using the “clay towel” for both, I should rinse the car between using the iron remover and ceramic gloss, correct?

[@diydetailofficial]

Correct yes and a good rinse for iron remover

[@Chu08868]

Hi. Did you mean that once I used the ceramic gloss as a drying aid and then wash my car again with soap(incredible suds) and water. I will be needing a rinseless wash as a lubricant everytime I dry it? Thank you!

[@diydetailofficial]

You should use a drying aid/lubricant everytime you wash. We have a few alternatives DIY Detail Rinse Less Wash DIY Detail Waterless Wash DIY Detail Quick Beads DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss C6 Ceramics Mist

[@Chu08868]

Thank you.

[@isidrosevier1125]

Can y'all do a video on how to remove hard water spots and bird poop ghost staining?

[@diydetailofficial]

We already have. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmqueGyHZa-roqcsi=XKuF06GRN0BSmCnq

[@danielzamora7713]

I wash my cars about every 2-3 weeks. Can I use quick beads or ceramic spray after every wash or is it overkill? Also, can I use it either even though I dont have the 3year ceramic underneath? or are they maintenance to the ceramic coating after I've done that?

[@diydetailofficial]

Use them at will

[@BryanRushing]

If you do a good application of Ceramic gloss and then use it as a frying is every week or two, is there a need to have an actual ceramic coating or ever do another “good” application? Can you over apply ceramic gloss to frequently?

[@diydetailofficial]

Ceramic coating provides better chemical resistance than DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss. It can be used weekly if desired.

[@dnyceli]

I think I applied to much Quick Beads and it left streaking and hazing. How do I get rid of this? I tried using Ceramic gloss to take the streaking away and it is requiring a lot of elbow grease and not very easy to take off. Do you have any tips?

[@diydetailofficial]

Use DIY Detail Quick Beads, spray it on a dry MF Towel, work it into the surface. It is going to be a little work though.

[@mcflotty]

I wonder if you can tell me this. I do wash my car weekly. Literally rain or shine. That said, I live in South Florida, and drive the car around 700 miles or more a week. But, the wash process is foam, dwell, rinse, foam, contact wash. I then every couple weeks do the Gloss as a drying agent. I have a 5 year coating on it, but my expectation for the coating is probably 2 years. The car is new, so I haven't decon washed it yet (except before the coating) but I plan on doing that every 3 months followed by Gloss. Is 2 years a fair or realistic expectation? I know you can't give an etched in stone answer, but my expectations are actually low coating wise as the car is exposed to extreme heat, milage and rain forest levels of rain lol.

[@diydetailofficial]

It should do much better than that considering the great maintenance

[@skatena125]

Is that because graphene helps more with sheeting?

[@diydetailofficial]

Correct

[@HEMi1995]

Here’s a question: can Ceramic Gloss be used as a drying aid after the application of Quick Beads?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, be prepared to be amazed

[@malachi2371]

Do either of those two products layer?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, either one, or both.

[@functionaldoc5054]

I am a foam gun guy so I prefer Quick Beads since the contact angle of the the beads is greater and blow dry my cars that are coated 90% of the time. . I will do the Nick method Quick Beads and finish with Ceramic gloss since the gloss is definitely ci greater.

[@diydetailofficial]

Have fun with it!

[@chrisbradley3224]

Yvan, just about to grab some Quick Beads - hoping it’ll help with my insane brake dust a bit. I was thinking, does slickness in general mean anything beyond towel marring? I see that many QDs and traditional polymer sealants are slick, while ceramic coatings often are not. I’ve noticed the slick surfaces seem to be more oleophobic and better for resisting dust etc. Is this one pro of the graphene? Was the industry wrong in chasing insane water beading at all costs and not looking at oil contact angles? Hydrophobicity is nice but a lot of contaminants are oily so I’m surprised no one is talking about it. An iPhone screen is slick and very oleophobic out of the box.

[@diydetailofficial]

Our coatings are very slick for that reason.

[@chrisbradley3224]

​@@diydetailofficial That's what I was hoping :).

[@darkwhorse]

Can you use quick beads like ceramic gloss? E.g. spray into towel then panel then wipe to level?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@Fired88]

Is it still protecting the paint if you use this stuff just as a drying aid? Or do you have to go through that preprep steps to consider it as protected?

[@diydetailofficial]

Absolutely it's protecting the paint just as a drying aid. Panel Prep first is a way to ramp up durability but not necessary.... especially if you're using QB/Ceramic Gloss as a drying aid after most or every wash

[@jeffdecker9103]

How long before you can apply ceramic, quick bead, or graphing flex wax. To a vehicle after you polished with your gold standard polish.

[@diydetailofficial]

simply wipe off the polish (ideally do a Panel Prep wipe down after the polish removal step) and it's good to apply!

[@shayroo]

Can I use quckbeads and then ceramic gloss to get maximum shine?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@joshdoalamo9161]

Hi guys quick question i dont have ceramic coating on my car but i like 2 wash my vehicle once a week can i use both quick beads while washing it and at the end use ceramic gloss every wash or will it cause problems with to much layering ?

[@diydetailofficial]

Nope that’s perfect! Enjoy 😊

[@Seansyy62]

After cleaning the car with ceramic gloss and a clay synthetic mit and then washing it with soap, can I use zymol car wax to seal the car at the very end?

[@diydetailofficial]

Using Ceramic Gloss as your "lube" for the decontamination towel is actually the final step. You just wipe it dry from there and you've left the protection, no need for wax

[@ang2202]

around how many sprays per panel for ceramic gloss? Also, which one of the 2 is more lubricating when using as clay lube?? thanks

[@diydetailofficial]

1 spray per panel when using as a drying aid. They both provide great lubrication when claying.

[@ang2202]

Appreciate the response

[@philip1065]

I pretty well solely air dry with my ego blower, but always use ceramic gloss if doing contact dry…. Is there any danger or reason not to air dry and always do towel?

[@diydetailofficial]

Air drying leaves minerals on the surface, unless you use DI water

[@philip1065]

@@diydetailofficialeven when blown off with a leaf blower/air dryer?

[@diydetailofficial]

It evaporates water , not only blows it off.

[@ang2202]

Is there dwell time for quick beads and cermaic gloss? Thank you

[@diydetailofficial]

Ceramic Gloss no, spray on and wipe. With Quick Beads, let it dwell for about 30 seconds on clean/wet paint, then distribute it with a hose from the bottom up and do a final rinse to make sure white suds are all gone 👍

[@ang2202]

What about curing time??

[@diydetailofficial]

@ang2202 5 mins before they get wet

[@Austin23_23]

I finally got to try both these products fantastic stuff!! I say they definitely both have a place in anyone’s arsenal!

[@diydetailofficial]

Excellent!

[@gyraldmarfori6094]

Do they both have UV protection?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@BrandonGlock19x]

It’s all about the fun 😂

[@diydetailofficial]

Both products are a lot of fun for sure, have you tried them yet?

[@wademiyataki9221]

Speaking of out of the box, you mentioned that Quick Beads is water activated. Is it possible to spray QB into a damp towel and apply it that way?

[@cebasmb8250]

Yes you can but you still need to rinse it out if that's helpful

[@johnfreeman440]

I've seen others use water-activated ceramic sealers on a wet car and spraying the product into a clean, wet microfiber towel or wash pad and spread around the panel manually and rinse after. Seems like that would maximize product efficiency and get a much more even application and enhance.longevity.

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes no need to have the towel damp actually. You can use it the same way you use Ceramic Gloss as a drying aid if you wish!

[@diydetailofficial]

And no need to rinse. It’s why we recommend quick beads as a clay lube for light jobs. You use it with clay towel and then wipe the panel until it’s dry, no rinsing required

[@jlb3675]

If I use quick beads or ceramic gloss as a drying aid can I then use your ceramic coating over that?

[@diydetailofficial]

No I would follow this process to ceramic coat the vehicle, and then once it’s coated…in subsequent washes you can absolutely just them as drying aid/spray on rinse off. Here’s the coating series we did: kzbin.info/aero/PLD8gYJ2cLWeNJwVAqkPn5ZwrT7nGLQn1s

[@jlb3675]

@@diydetailofficial thanks, I am doing this car for a friend who lost her husband and wants to sell the car. So I want it to look great for her to sell. I don't think I will ever take care of the car down the road so just want to get it to "pop" for her.

[@coreyadams4704]

I stacked quick beads and ceramic gloss yesterday and the finish is amazing. It actually looks better than when I applied my Kamakaze coating about a year ago. I did over apply quick beads though. The next day I noticed streaks coming from the whole of ever panel going down. Sprayed a little quick beads on a towel and they easily wiped off.

[@diydetailofficial]

That is awesome! We often have folks ask about streaking and it's great to know it was so easy for you to remedy. Yes, the combo makes the paint look amazing

[@CrystalClearAutoCare]

So what’s the difference between them, is quick beads a ceramics sealant or is ceramic gloss a ceramic sealant.

[@diydetailofficial]

They both are long term ceramic sealants, application is different.

[@DetailsNMe]

So Quick Beads would be comparable to something like Gyeon WetCoat?

[@diydetailofficial]

Obviously not the same product but yes… same idea of a spray on rinse off protection product:)

[@DetailsNMe]

@@diydetailofficial I just got my DIY order and I’m prepping to use all my DIY products tomorrow on a detail…. I finally have every product except for the ceramic coatings- that’s my next venture… so I’m just making sure I fully understand the intention of each product! Thank you!

[@diydetailofficial]

@@DetailsNMe thank you, please give us your impressions.

[@DetailsNMe]

@@diydetailofficial OK, WOW! Incredible Suds gave me so much lubrication as I went in for the contact wash, All Clean did it’s thing and more-wheels and tires never looked so good-I used the water spot remover and then took your advice and used your iron remover with the perforated clay towel for the Decon……what a breeze that was…Quick Beads performed phenomenally your Ceramic Gloss is killer! Using your products ended up being the most enjoyable experience I’ve had when detailing a car in a loooong time!! I literally cannot praise them enough…You guys officially have a believer in me #imsold #DIYrocks

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you!

[@riga69]

I've got some high spots from ceramic gloss... i must have used too much on taht section, how can i get rid of them??? I wash the car once a week and use Ceramic Gloss as my drying aid am i using it too often??

[@diydetailofficial]

To remove high spots discontinue using it for a few washes. When apply on a regular basis only one spray per panel.

[@JohnBackman-y9t]

Does QB or CG add more gloss on a coated car?

[@diydetailofficial]

In many cases, they do

[@JohnBackman-y9t]

Sorry for wording the question like that. I meant to ask which product (QB vs CB) would add more gloss. Also, can they both be seen as a "ceramic coat topper"?@@diydetailofficial

[@adilhyatt5452]

Hi Do you ship to india

[@diydetailofficial]

Not at this time but we are working on international shipping processes.

[@RainKemperman]

From Michigan! ❤

[@diydetailofficial]

❤️😃

[@McCoyMcMillan]

It seems Pan likes Quick Beads best for wheels.

[@diydetailofficial]

yeah it's a super easy way to just protect your wheels after cleaning, probably our most popular usage for Quick Beads

[@diydetailofficial]

So do we.

[@isidrosevier1125]

Yvans beard looks like it was made with a foam cannon

[@diydetailofficial]

lol

[@Nardog1554]

Does Quick Beads or Ceramic Gloss have a cure time?

[@diydetailofficial]

No

[@MikeKaufman-u2q]

To confirm ceramic gloss goes on a dry vehicle? Spray on panel, little on cloth and spread. Buff out after.

[@diydetailofficial]

Yep! But that method works great on wet, clean paint so you can use Ceramic Gloss as a drying aid as well

[@MikeKaufman-d7n]

Thanks. Goal is to use the least water possible to extend my DI water so that’s why I’m thinking CG after vehicle is dry instead of QB. I will try them both though.

[@diydetailofficial]

Let us know which you prefer.

[@MikeKaufman-u2q]

@@diydetailofficial I like using CG the most but will also use QB's first since it's so quick and easy

[@viperrcr]

If I am looking to polish the paint, can I use Quick Beads or Ceramic Gloss as the claylube or since I would be polishing, I should use a dedicated clay lube (without protection) so less likely to clog pads or should I use Incredible Suds instead as a clay lube?

[@diydetailofficial]

The following all make good clay lubricants DIY Detail Rinseless Wash DIY Detail Incredible Suds DIY Detail Iron Remover DIY Detail Quick Beads DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss

[@Ecdetails]

First from Idaho

[@diydetailofficial]

❤️😁

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

You beat Humberto!

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

Easy answer to the question, use both, stack them and be amazed!

[@Ecdetails]

@@havingtoomuchfun4806 waited all year to do that haha 😂

[@Ecdetails]

@@havingtoomuchfun4806 Yvan and I tried doing a polish pad and quick beads application was pretty cool

[@diydetailofficial]

Https://diydetail.com/products/ceramic-gloss Https://diydetail.com/products/quick-beads

[@chriswoodward5368]

Interesting to spray Quickly Beads in to the pressure washer it solves my problem of reaching the top of the bus with out a ladder.

[@diydetailofficial]

Perfect use for that.