Polishes For Paint Enhancements That Produce The HIGHEST GLOSS!!!

[@J1Z06]

I’ve watched this so many times! It’s calming. I only have M302 out of these. Brian is THE MAN!!! Thanks for all that You do for us!

[@therealmatthewsmith]

I still have a big bottle of Sonax perfect finish I’m going to be using for a while.

[@stephen1503]

To me an enhancement is taking the car to a level of gloss that’s just higher than what a good spray polymer/ceramic sealant can do. Something to do once every 6 months to add a bit more depth, and remove love marks. Basically the modern equivalent of a hand applied cleaner wax. A one-step to me is trying to remove medium/deep defects as effectively as possible without needing a second step. Basically a swirl removal. One is for gloss while the other is to prepare for gloss.

[@neilwalker5041]

A few years ago during a webinar Mr. Stoops expressed how much he loves using a yellow Rupes pad and M210. This combination does work very well. I have also used M3 by Koch, Fab Finish, Uno Pure, and a few more. All worked very well for me. Brian’s compounding and polish videos never get old! Thank you for another fun video to watch.

[@danlc95]

I've also had great luck with M205 on that pad, but there were also some finishes that I really struggled with that combo. M201 is very nice though. Despite my suing mostly 3D and Optimum, I still keep some Meguiar's on hand.

[@vtecaccord96]

Right now 3D Speed is still my preferred paint enhancement. It works just fine and I got plenty of it to go through.

[@danlc95]

I usually use 3D ONE on yellow or white Uro-Tec pads for this application. Just a couple of quicker passes and lighter pressure usually gets the job done.

[@seang3538]

I've always liked Menzerna 3800 (formerly supper finish 4500) although it can be little oily.

[@joeschmoe6908]

I've been using megs m83 lately. It dusts a tiny bit, but the upside is I can get a gallon for $35. I can get mid 90s on gloss with the right pad.

[@davidsonsdetailing]

I've been enjoying Rupes Uno Protect for my enhancements. A couple passes with a yellow wool or foam pad depending on paint gives great results and leaves some smooth protection behind as well so I save time.

[@apexdetail85]

Uno will be in the next video....stay tuned.

[@patrick530702]

Thank you Brian! Your comparison segments are by far some of the most compelling and fun to watch.

[@apexdetail85]

Glad you like them!

[@scottsigmon926]

I have been using CarPro Reflect since I seen you showcase it on the channel a few weeks back but I’m very impressed with the Angelwax product also!!! Thanks for the video

[@taylormartin8193]

Depending on the scenario it changes but on the average daily driven vehicle i normally use Soft paint - white gloss reflection artist pad. XXACT- perfect polish Medium paint - yellow polish reflection artist pad - XXACT - 2 in 1 Hard paint - urofiber black/white pad gringots cutting creme. The xxact series is a canadian product would be interesting to see you try it and see how it stacks up against your other favourites. I also like the extra cut compound from them, cuts quite well and finishes out to a very fine haze. 3m rubbing compound is so far the most efficient cutting ive seen but it usually makes quite the mess lol, it will produce a pretty heavy haze and doesn't break down much so be prepared for a lot of finishing work on softer paints but boy does it level paint.

[@danlc95]

I have the same basic pad set up, but use 3D abrasives. I'm thinking I may bring back the blue coarse Uro-Tec.

[@scottsigmon926]

Can you do a video and show the difference in gloss between a one step (3DOne) and a polish separately and then show how much a one step can be helped with the addition of the polish (CarPro Reflect)! Thanks so much for the videos sir.

[@jasonclemente4392]

My most favorited 1 step is Sonax Perfect finish 4/6 Ive had amazing results with it especially on black paint!

[@PumaM90]

What pad?

[@Pittsburgh-412]

I used sonax perfect finish for my first time and I was impressed. It did great 👍

[@PumaM90]

What pad you use?

[@Pittsburgh-412]

@@PumaM90 I used rupes ultra fine black pad for the finish

[@BearThatSwings]

@@PumaM90chemical guys

[@ryeguy88]

This topic was literally on my mind as I was doing my bi-annual enhancement + some RID work on my daily. I used a rupes yellow + uno protect for areas that were not so bad, then tI did 3D ONE + a MF pad for areas that needed the RIDs reduced without removing TOO much clear coat, then went over the area with Uno Protect to make everything uniform.

[@sergioelixavide3182]

great video! exactly what i was looking for, thank you for taking the time to make these, they’re aooo in depth and so so good. thank you.

[@richardseem7948]

Another awesome video and product review good friend. Great choices. Sonax perfect finish and or micro cut are my go 2

[@devonforsure260]

For cars with ceramic coating or some sort of topper carpro essence plus has been a great jeweler with no abrasives It's nice to be able to put protection on it

[@ivanbubalovic3613]

I use Sonax ex 04-06 90% of the Time, it’s a great Allrounder, and if it’s just gloss that‘s needed then I’ll grab Sonax np 03-06.

[@davidruggles996]

Great video Brian. I recently spiffed up the family van with ACA 520 on a black pad with my rotary

[@millerdetailing4176]

Thanks again for another great video Brian enjoy each and everyone.

[@Tranquility_Auto_Detailing]

If you should spend no longer than 1.5 hours on a paint enhancement on a mid sized sedan how long should you typically spend on a one step for a similar vehicle? I just started detailing professionally about three months ago and feel like I’m spending far too much time on my one steps.

[@brentthedetailman2228]

i would say at least double the time minimum

[@Tranquility_Auto_Detailing]

@@brentthedetailman2228 So far it’s been roughly 5 hours per vehicle. I was just wondering if I’m trying to achieve more than is possible with a one step and working myself to death trying to do the impossible. I’m sure with time I’ll get more efficient and cut that time down by about 20%.

[@alexisamtosta]

Im the same but you might be doing what I do, that is, with a one step, trying to get it as perfect as possible, so you end up doing several passes on the same place. The aim is perfection and customer satiafaction. Also our reputation is in game, so we do our very best hoping the customer will be happy and wont trash talk us. But it is all a learning process. That is why it is important to explain thinga very well explained to customers and be sure they understood what you explained to them.

[@dustin3700]

The solution is to do a test spot for the customer so they know what to expect so it doesn't leave a unknown in your mind so you don't end up screwing yourself. Think of it as helping the customer by doing less because it leaves more clearcoat for a later date. Literally doing an enhanced on a 63 merc with original single stage.

[@apexdetail85]

2-3 hr tops. If you are doing this to your own car...I guess there is not set time limit.

[@kevinb7058]

Absolutely love the BH Cleanser Polish 👍

[@apexdetail85]

Me too!!

[@fnagdungdagint]

What about BH micro-fine? Ever tried that?

[@danmorrissette4814]

im playing with Uno Pure lately, new paints are so soft, when i do quick polish, i use Griots Garage finishing sealant... but i rarely do those. its mostly return customers who want quick maintenance polish in the next year or season.. after i have done paint corection prior.... i like to jewel also with Lake Country Black pad [tick one] on rotary, or Rupes white pad on DA,

[@apexdetail85]

UNO will be in my next video. 🙂👍

[@M.E63]

Nice to see 2 British products on the list, I’ve got all the anglewax range of polishes, on Black Friday we can get them for pennies, I paid like equal to 7usd for 500ml for perfect polish , and regenerate, redemption and resurrection paid equal to 9usd for 500ml, the enigma aio I picked up for equal to 18usd , I also got the carpro polish but I don’t have the other 2, maybe soon I can buy them but got like over 300 products that I can’t even use from watching these videos

[@richsmith3120]

I like the Sonax PF.

[@GeneG-wk2mz]

Yes indeed it help . I waiting to see what your high end wax?

[@BearThatSwings]

chemical guys

[@videomaniac108]

Thanks Brian for showing us how these products perform. I was curious how you would rate Menzerna SF-3800 as a finishing polish or paint enhancement.

[@declanflaherty8958]

The thing about these polishes which you did not mention is that you can’t put a ceramic coating over for eg Bilt Hamber as it is filler and leaves behind a resin or glaze which makes it impossible for ceramic to bind and limits the use of a polish. If it’s has fillers, then it’s not appropriate as a shop offering since you reduce your top coating offering to certain wax, sealants so a 1 step is more effective and more profitable

[@zero1000]

The others don’t have fillers, protection, polymers, etc. AIO is what you’re referring too which these aren’t.

[@apexdetail85]

Some do...some do not. Nothing wrong with a good polymer sealant. I prefer them on single stage.

[@declanflaherty8958]

@@apexdetail85 the point you missed is that you can’t put a ceramic coating over that …won’t stick!

[@declanflaherty8958]

@@zero1000 no I am not referring to an AIO. That would be a 1 step product which these polishes are not. The point of the matter is more that you can’t coat over these or most polishes if they have fillers. The chemistry won’t work

[@zero1000]

@@declanflaherty8958 I think you misread my comment. I said the other polishes meaning reflect, m3, and Perfect polish don’t have fillers. If you’re not doing a panel wipe after a polish of course you can’t coat over it unless it’s a primer polish.

[@reddrum56]

How would these gloss levels from a finishing polish compare to a glaze? Would you recommend doing a final polish and then glazing?

[@greenie_the_detailer2499]

Sonax PF for me and or Shine supply classic polish 🙏🙏

[@Pittsburgh-412]

If you guys are going to do a full paint correction and enhancement on your own vehicle, then I highly recommend doing a ceramic coating too. This will protect your hard work and bring the gloss to the best it can be. So long as you did a good job enhancing it

[@davescott9062]

If you spend the time in the beginning, you save time in the long run, agreed best gloss, lowest maintenance is taking the time to ceramic.

[@apexdetail85]

Nothing wrong with a decent polymer sealant as well. Hell....some are even opting for Teflon. To each their own.

[@npursuit1]

Always solid content

[@roninbushito]

Thanks for this education video about paint corrections/enhancements got into detailing not long ago

[@jayroberts4900]

Assuming the paint is as close to perfect. What is best purely for gloss? I’m not fussed about cutting

[@adamvondran]

I just ordered the Mklwaukee M18 Fuel 15mm DA Polisher. As a total beginner should I do Turtle Wax One & Done or do an enhancement on a 2015 White Silverado that sits outside all year?

[@PumaM90]

Hey how you like that machine?

[@fnagdungdagint]

Brian, in the video you mention to add the favorite spray coating to create aditional gloss. In your opinion, how important would it be to use products within the same brand? Is campatibility important?

[@frankr2513]

I'm really surprised that Xtreme Solutions LVR 403 or Finale didn't make the cut. Those two polishes leave insane gloss

[@peterscanlon9727]

Very helpful, thank you Brian!

[@betametabravo3547]

As always... EXCELLENT content!😁👍🏻

[@BrianW1612]

Enhancement is a simple gloss boost. Quick whiz over with a finishing polish/AIO. A single stage is usually with a medium cut polish with diminishing abrasives. Starts with good cut, as you work it they break down & it ends up cutting less, both cutting & finishing the paint but you are still using it as a correction compound. An enhancement you aren't. Update: Watched the full video now, as you didn't mention it, it's worth pointing out Bilt Hamber Cleanser Polish has very little abrasives within it & the majority of the improvement you see come from it's filling capability which is excellent but temporary, a few months at best. The other 3 are finishing polishes as far as I am aware & actually leave a true finish behind which imo makes them more impressive in this test. That said you aren't wiping them down with a panel wipe afterwards so the oils etc within them will also be impacting the final results so a little flawed. Personally I do love cleanser polish for quick turnarounds on cars. I intend to grab some AW perfect polish in future as I've been very impressed with all the other AW compounds.

[@kyledavid3573]

Great videos! Keep it up! After an enhancement can you install a ceramic coat? Or will the IPA prep wipe away all the fillers?

[@johnpawlowski804]

Awesome video Brian, might have to pick up one of those, after I use some more of the products I already have, Angel wax Perfect Polish 😎👍

[@CHCH179]

just bought carpro reflect after seeing this vid. i know I wouldn't care as long anything produces >90 GU as finishing.. but, just want the best for my car

[@DJPREZ]

Quick question. Can I ceramic coat after paint enhancement? or will it be best to do a one step and then ceramic coat? Thank you.

[@zohaibshah6698]

What about koch chemie ( violett ) is it good for paint Enhancement becasue the gloss level which they have mentioned is 9.5 I guess. what you thing is it good for paint Enhancement kindly make a short video about that too .

[@nitzer16]

Brian, once again, great informative polishing video review. So, what polish would you recommend for removing light to medium swirls caused by maintenance washing, etc?

[@apexdetail85]

3D One.

[@bdavis7401]

Brian, do you have a apex surface protection product that produces higher gloss than the products reviewed in this video?

[@DavidLopez-eq6ds]

Hello, thanks for all that you do! Do I have to tape trims and do they stain plastic? Thanks!

[@tommartin1223]

Tape your trims

[@apexdetail85]

I would mask the trim.

[@gary6340]

Does sonax perfect finish fall into this category or is it more of a cutting compound?

[@dacdri]

my favorite carpro Reflect

[@TheRogueElement]

This is wild. I was just looking through your past videos to get some info about perfect polish and enhancements. I have a client with a brand new black ‘23 C8 3lt that I want to do an enhancement on with a very light touch. I just picked up the Angelwax system and was planning to try the Redemption on a fine Oberk pad and follow up with the Perfect Polish on a finishing pad to kind of jewel and clean prior to coating. Thoughts?

[@apexdetail85]

That would work wonderfully.

[@TheRogueElement]

@@apexdetail85 lol well I’ll do just that! Polish Angel Glasscoat V2 and Cosmic Spritz to follow 🤩

[@user-ev6pe8xw9q]

Car Pro Reflect is a great product with Amazing results

[@Mason-RRC]

I think Angelwax looks the best.

[@guitarscientist9386]

would using the rupes ultra fine or maybe something like the carpro gloss pad result in even more gloss?

[@carlosorengo1809]

Like 👍 all of them that is what I will go for an everyday drive 🚗. Thanks for another great video Brian.

[@mattmerwin3842]

Awesome video. This is what I've wanted. Could you use these after a one step to really make it pop?

[@tommartin1223]

Yes

[@tommartin1223]

It's called jeweling. U would use like perfect polish on your softest pad. Arm speed would be very slow polisher speed like a 2. It would take a long time to jewel a car

[@davescott9062]

@@tommartin1223 polishing speed is higher on a jewel process, no? I run 4 to 4.5 in concave areas. Why 2?

[@apexdetail85]

Hell yeah!

[@Sean-ij3mi]

Hi Brian, I was just wondering where the rupes polishes come in on the list, would it be on par with perfect finish by chance?

[@DexterousGamings]

Which device do you use for gloss unit reading? Btw amazing detailed video as always.

[@NoSpin23]

Awesome videos as always. I purchased the M302 stuff, coming in 2 days and so glad I did after just discovering this video. Subbed!

[@Scotty388]

Try the P6.01 one step. It's amazing🔥

[@WHEELSRT7]

Can you ceramic coat after this? Given a panel wipe

[@xxflash-ninjaxx4662]

Would you need to clean with IPA mix and then apply sealant or can it go on top of the these polishes?

[@xxflash-ninjaxx4662]

Also how many finishing pads per car?

[@davescott9062]

Always clean before a coating with a panel prep.

[@apexdetail85]

As Dave mentioned....always. I use the same pad...clean it after each panel.

[@AJ-bi3pq]

I'm trying to get my head around everything. Do you follow up these enhancements with a sealant or wax, or do these polishes have protection in them?

[@erniearambula3525]

If a pad with slightly more cut were used would that produce more gloss?

[@danmorrissette4814]

Not on Soft paint.... hard paint maybe, always do a test area like on the trunk lid for example ,

[@apexdetail85]

Maybe on hard clear...not so much on soft clear.

[@mutatedgenome]

Brian, in general, how much time is spent performing an enhancement compared to a one step? Half the time?

[@apexdetail85]

About half the time. 👍

[@bonsaiglaucas8001]

What’s best for Black Lamborghini paint

[@larrydavisj]

I can relate to most of this video content. I have used Reflect and Perfect Polish with OK to great results. I tried using the Gloss pads with Reflect and get squeeky clean and super glossy results. Not sure how the pads would perform on other great products? What do you think Brian? Have you tried Carpro pads? Thanks again. I enjoy these examples.

[@davescott9062]

Do you see a difference between the car pro gloss and the rupes white pads?

[@larrydavisj]

@@davescott9062 I have never used a white Rupes pad. I do use Buff n Shine Uro-Tec white and Lake Country Force white pads. I really notice a difference between those two vs the Gloss pads. Do you have better experiences with Rupes white pads?

[@davescott9062]

@@larrydavisj same situation on my end, I've not tried the gloss pads! Hahahaha, I'll have to order a few.

[@larrydavisj]

@@davescott9062 I have wanted to try the white ultra fine pads. I'm addicted to the medium wool pads and the yellow foam pads. I use the yellow wool on the rotor although I don't think they're made for use with a rotory.

[@apexdetail85]

Absolutely...the Gloss pads are bad-ass!

[@albertvelez6386]

Can you follow it up with Jescar Ultra lock as a topper?

[@symphx3540]

are there any non cut polishers I can use OVER a ceramic coating, that will make super glossy?

[@danlc95]

CarPro Essence Plus

[@CodyMcDonald89]

So does paint enhancement get most of the swirls out not scratches but the swirls from drying and all that good stuff

[@apexdetail85]

Exactly. Light topical imperfections can be removed.

[@CodyMcDonald89]

@@apexdetail85 awesome thank you! Yea I have swirls on my Harley that you see when the light hits it it cuts up the clarity as well from it

[@mikeyp2447]

Great informational video!

[@apexdetail85]

Glad it was helpful!

[@brentthedetailman2228]

i have been using menzerna 3800 with the adams 5050 pad with great results

[@apexdetail85]

Another good option.

[@wesleystevens7283]

Good lord couldn’t get around a car that fast if my life depend on it. Was your polisher a 21mm or a 15mm. Would the results be similar with one or the other Thanks

[@apexdetail85]

A 21mm will get you around the car much quicker.

[@PimpJogi]

Very useful as always. Is it worth doing more than a single criss-cross pass or would that not improve the results? I have typically been doing 2-2,5 passes with finish polishes.

[@apexdetail85]

If the polish has a longer open...or cycle time. Sure.

[@PimpJogi]

@@apexdetail85 I understand, thanks a lot :)

[@Cuprace290]

CarPro Reflected is a fantastic Product👌

[@MNpicker]

Awesome vid!! I'm currently playing with Koch Chemie M3⁰² and the CarPro gloss pad😯👌

[@apexdetail85]

Great combo!

[@brianhunt914]

Bh also has resins for filling I believe?

[@domtrabucco7612]

Carpro essence, perfect polish, 3D 505 correction glaze are my top picks for finishing / one step Factoring in ease of use, cycle time, etc.

[@apexdetail85]

All fantastic!👍

[@billbuss7542]

How do these compare with 3D One?

[@ulyssestinajero4494]

What’s this that thing called that you sue to check how much clear coat you have?

[@carbonconnection2480]

I absolutely love perfect polish for jeweling 🤘🤘🤘

[@apexdetail85]

And great for super soft clear.

[@carbonconnection2480]

@@apexdetail85. Absolutely! I've been using it for years and tried to find something that replace it but no luck yet 🤘

[@StrengthCoachFelix]

Would you ever use a 1 step at "enhancement speed"?

[@apexdetail85]

If there are heavy imperfections.

[@johnschmidt718]

After spending some time working with you and Yvan, I've been playing with Yvan's process of cutting with a DA and polishing with a rotary. I've recently been doing enhancements with a rotary and am finding impressive results. I'm curious as to your thoughts on doing one steps with a DA and enhancements with a rotary.

[@apexdetail85]

Absolutely! Cheers!

[@sushibrz]

Koch Chemie M302 vs Sonax Perfect Finish?

[@austinmoore1689]

meguiars ultimate compound is what I use for 1 step

[@bakareabolore3388]

Thank u sir ,for sharing ur knowledge with us. remained bless sir

[@stephaneedberg3562]

Great video 👍 What do you think about Menzerna 3800 ?

[@apexdetail85]

Menz finish polishes are decent. The cutting compounds dust too much for me.

[@stephaneedberg3562]

@@apexdetail85 Thanks for your feedback

[@JWL-UK]

So you need to beat up the paint before using this product to realise its full potential?

[@speedtiktokclips]

Hi apex detail do u like 3d aca better than carpro clear chtt

[@apexdetail85]

I truly do.

[@markdean3217]

Brilliant ❗️

[@Jacobsenk7]

Great video👍

[@apexdetail85]

Thanks 👍

[@doso1313]

KCX has its own specific pads for different steps. In this case M3 pair with the purple pad. Calling out a winner is unfair. Unable to see the True potential of the KCX M3 is somewhat disappointing.

[@apexdetail85]

They are not the only pads that work with the fluids. You are tying your hands behind your back...so to speak if you do so.

[@Hexa8]

I love carpro products....

[@kimnewling5728]

I've using Koch Chemie recently and it works great

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

Awesome content as always. I need to add enhancements to my arsenal. Been doing a ton of 1-steps recently and half of them should have been enhancements. 😏

[@apexdetail85]

It takes getting used to....not looking back and chasing imperfections.

[@EireFirst2024]

How many times I can polish my car LIKE THIS 👆It's a 2014 mercedes,with - paint as hard as a stepmothers heart.... Please ✌️

[@juancorvette7755]

Thank , Brian for my carpro reflect look better

[@fabiennelindor4184]

When you do paint enhancements to you move harm fast or slow

[@lifeofbrian9511]

😁👍🏻