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 As spring arrives increased sales and questions of Klasse are occuring. Here is an article we put together which should answer all your Klasse specific questions on application.  Klasse All-In-One and High Gloss Sealant Glaze are amongst the best Paint Protection products available today. With proper preparation and application Klasse will keep your vehicle looking it’s best while offering unsurpassed durability and protection. The Klasse “Twins” Klasse All-In-One is a true one step product. It cleans polishes and protects in one easy step! The cleaner in All-In-One removes existing wax, road films, light oxidation and visually reduces minor swirls. Klasse is Base and Clear coat safe. Klasse Sealant Glaze provides additional sealant protection and a deeper, high gloss finish. Being a pure sealant, Klasse sealant Glaze can be layered multiple times to produce an even deeper, wetter finish! Layering will also increase the durability up to one year! Klasse is Base and Clear coat safe. Preparation 1.Properly wash and dry vehicle. (See our proper washing techniques article) 2.Work in a shaded area out of direct sunlight. 3.Surface must be adequately prepared for application of any polish. Excessive swirls, scratches or paint contamination must be properly addressed prior to Klasse application. Klasse All-In-One Application by Hand 1.Klasse All-In-One should be applied with a Terry Faced Applicator such as our Blue Polish Applicator. It can also be applied via Terry Cloth or Microfiber. 2.Wet the Applicator then wring out any excess water. Applicator should be evenly damp but not wet. Try placing applicator in a terry towel and squeeze the applicator inside the towel; this leaves the Applicator just damp. 3.Place a quarter sized dab on the applicator and apply with large overlapping strokes. It is a good idea to follow the contour of each vehicle. Move in a moderate speed applying moderate pressure. Do one section at a time (e.g., half hood, one fender etc) with each quarter sized dap of All-In-One. 4.If applicator starts to get dirty or dry, rinsce applicator with water and wring out again until just damp. 5.After Klasse hazes remove with a plush microfiber towel such as our Mega Plush Towel. If the product is caked on and difficult to remove, you applied too much product. Try thinner application next panel. 6.If your vehicle is older, more neglected and possible badly oxidized, you may want to try a second application of Klasse All-In-One before moving onto he Sealant Glaze. Klasse All-In-One Application by Machine 1.Using a Polishing pad such as our Lake Country 6.5” Polishing pad, apply 3 dabs or lines about 2 inches in length along the perimeter of the pad. If using the popular Porter Cable Dual Action Polisher, set to a speed of 4. Apply pad to surface before turning on unit. 2.Work one section at a time (e.g., Hood, Door). Apply more All-In-One as need to keep the Polishing Pad Moist. 3.After Klasse hazes remove with a plush microfiber towel such as our Mega Plush Towel. If the product is caked on and difficult to remove, you applied too much product. Try thinner application next panel. Klasse Sealant Glaze Application by Hand 1.While All-In-One is applied easily, Sealant Glaze can be temperamental and the Application/removal procedure should be followed closely. 2.Work in a Shaded area out of direct sunlight and on a cool surface. This allows for longer curing time and allows the Sealant Glaze to be applied longer before hazing. 3.Klasse Sealant Glaze should be applied with a Fine Foam Applicator such as our Yellow Sealant Applicator. Using the proper applicator with Klasse Sealant Glaze is crucial to ensure a thin/even application. If Klasse Sealant Glaze is applied too thickly or unevenly, it will be very difficult to remove. 4.Wet the Applicator then wring out any excess water. Applicator should be evenly damp but not wet. Try placing applicator in a terry towel and squeeze the applicator inside the towel; this leaves the Applicator just damp. 5.Place a quarter sized dab on the applicator and apply with large overlapping strokes. It is a good idea to follow the contour of each vehicle. Move in a moderate speed, little-no pressure is required. Do one section at a time (e.g., half hood, one fender etc) with each quarter sized dap of Sealant Glaze. 6.Sealant Glaze should be applied so thin that the product is difficult to see when applied! 7.If applicator starts to get dirty or dry, rinse applicator with water and wring out again until just damp. 8.Klasse Sealant Glaze can be applied/removed in two ways for maximum ease, A.Wipe-On, Wipe-Off. This method involved simply applying the Sealant on smaller sections at a time and removing immediately. It is a good idea to let sit for approximately 15 seconds. Many find this way reduces the chance of difficult removal and find the end result is unaffected. OR, B.Apply the Sealant Glaze to the entire vehicle before you start to remove the residue. The longer you let Sealant Glaze Dry, the easier it is to remove. Many customers even let it sit overnight! 9.Remove with a plush microfiber towel such as our Super Thick and Plush Towel. If the product is caked on and difficult to remove, you applied too much product. Try thinner application next panel. Klasse Sealant Glaze Application by Machine 1.While All-On-One applies easily by machine, Sealant Glaze can be a little more temperamental. For this reason, and because it applies so easily by hand, we recommend applying by hand even if All-In-One was applied by machine. After several hand applications you will have a better idea of the sealants characteristics and may want to save time by machine applying. When you are ready for that step please follow these directions. 2.Work in a Shaded area out of direct sunlight and on a cool surface. This allows for longer curing time and allows the Sealant Glaze to be applied longer before hazing. 3.Using a Finishing pad such as our Lake Country 6.5” Finishing pad, apply 3 dabs or lines about 2 inches in length along the perimeter of the pad. If using the popular Porter Cable Dual Action Polisher, set to a speed of 4. Apply pad to surface before turning on unit. 4.Work one section at a time (e.g., Hood, Door). Apply more Sealant Glaze as need to keep the Polishing Pad Moist. 5.It will appear that you are not applying any product but you are. Keep moving the polisher over the area you’re working on until the polisher glides easily and there is virtually no haze or film. 6.Do not buff off any residues yet. Continue adding small amounts of Sealant to the pad and complete the entire car. 7.Applying Sealant Glaze by Machine leaves little to no residue! After applying to the entire vehicle, remove with a plush microfiber towel such as our Mega Plush Towel. Tips and Tricks! 1.After your initial application of both Klasse All-In-One and Sealant Glaze, try layering the Sealant Glaze! This will increase depth and durability. Wait a minimum of 24 hours in order for each layer to cure before applying another. There is no need to use the All-In-One again from this point unless surface becomes contaminated. Using the All-In-One again will remove your layers of Sealant Glaze starting you from scratch. High Gloss Sealant Glaze can be layered without fear of yellowing or discoloration. Some show car owners have a dozen or more layers of Sealant Glaze on their cars! 2.A common practice amongst Show car enthusiasts is to top Klasse with their favorite Carnauba! This is not done for durability but more for that extra depth and glow only Carnaubas can offer. The brightness of the Klasse under the Carnauba will produce a breathtaking finish judges will drool over! Keep in mind; after a carnauba is applied you CAN NOT apply Klasse Sealant Glaze again until the carnauba is removed. An application of All-in-One will remove the Carnauba. Chris Pace www.eShine.ca |
