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CLEANING THE PAINT - PHASE 2 - SEALING AND GLAZING If you could see your bike's paint magnified, it would look like a miniature mountain range. Because of the hills and valleys, light is reflected at different angles reducing the appearance of depth. Custom & show bikes go through extra steps in the paint process to achieve flattest paint surface possible. The surface is sanded with 1,500 to 2,000 grit, wet sand paper, which is referred to as wet sanding. This process will allow the light to reflect like a mirror. Sealing and glazing can achieve a similar effect. Sealers and glazes will enhance the painted surface by smoothing out the hills and filling in the valleys. They also refresh the paint with oils that are lost during oxidation caused by UV damage. By sealing and glazing, you will get that extra depth of shine that we all admire. You should always use a quality 100% cotton terry applicator when applying sealer and glaze. Plan on using at least two applicators for this job. That will prevent the sealer and glaze from drying on the applicator and causing scratches from the hardening of the residue. Do not apply the product directly on the painted surface. Apply the product to the applicator, fold the applicator and blot the product evenly over the applicator, which will enable an even application of the product. Always do small sections at a time. Let the sealer and glaze dry to a fine haze then buff with clean 100% cotton or microfiber towel. As with applicators be prepared to use several towels. You will know its time to change towels when you notice a slight resistance between the towel and the painted surface. Always wash your applicators and towels in mild soap and rinse thoroughly. Never use liquid fabric softener or dryer sheets. The residue left on your towels can cause streaking. Once the bike's fenders, ferring and tanks has been completely sealed and glazed, it is important to immediately follow up with a quality wax or polish. Cleaning, sealing, and glazing will clean the paint, but will do nothing to protect it from the same contaminants that you have just removed.
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