How to safely remove water spots from your vehicle's paint or ceramic coating
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- čas přidán 9. 02. 2020
- Water spots are caused by mineral content inside the water beads left behind on your finish. So if you're washing your car on a hot day with regular tap water, you'll likely have water beads drying into water spots on your finish before you can dry them yourself. Water spots can also be deposited from rain water left to evaporate on the surface including water sprinkler systems which has hard water. In this video i discuss how to properly and safely remove water spots without the need of taking action to an aggressive or abrasive method. This video is unedited without any special effects. The work is real and the results are flawless. #asmr #car #ceramiccoating #waterspotremover #youcandoittoo
Link to products below:
Optimum MDR:
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Optimum no rinse:
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IK Multi Pro 2 Sprayer:
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Applicator foam spunge:
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Rag company microfiber towel:
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Griot's Garage Ceramic 3-in-1 Wax:
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Nice video, very helpful and to the point
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Thanks for share information 💪🏼
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Thanks for the video. Stright and to the point. You got a sub and like and commen from me bro
Thanks for the info.
Are there other similiar products you can recommend?
Well it depends, is it your car paint that has water spots or is it the glass?
Nice video. May I ask, I just resprayed a project car with 2k clear and left it over night outside. Unfortunately it drizzled in the morning for a bit, and now I see water spots on my clear coat as it cures, in addition to a bird dropping on the roof. Would I be able to sand it down once it fully cures and compound/ polish?
Please lmk
I don't want to give you the misinformation as i don't specialize in bodyshop work but fresh paint can take up to a month or more to fully cure but there is what's known as an initial cure after 24 hours. It is acceptable to wetsand fully cured paint. It is ok to use the optimum mdr to remove the water spots and it is ok to use a mild polish to remove the spot the bird poop left behind. Usually when paint is not fully cured it is still in a soft stage but it is softer at the lower layers of the paint.
subbed bro, dig the vid. you still posting? I just did a ceramic coating the other day ago and I got water spots from sprinklers. I just buff em with a microfiber. woops
Usually if water spots are fresh they can come right off especially if you have the surface protected with ceramic coating. It's only till then when the water spots have sat there for days weeks and have been baked on by the sun that it's a problem. This is most likely when MDR would be needed.
Question! I have a Ford F-150 limited edition and I have these water deposits on my side sticker/paint design. It is a smooth surface and it is not paint again more like a sticker and I am wondering do you think these products will still work on this or will it hurt the material. You can look it up online if you do not know what I am talking about. I have the all black edition. Thank you for the awesome vid too
As a professional detailer I don't want to mislead you into something that may damage the material. And the case scenario that we do not know what a product can do to certain materials. I recommend doing a test spot. Assure the surface is cool to the touch out of direct sunlight. And test a small area or inconspicuous area on the sticker. If the results are satisfactory, continue on to complete all of the material.
Brandon, can the MDR be used on the windshield? My whole SUV was done with ceramic coating..including the windshield. All has water spots from being forgotten in the sun !
Yes it is safe for glass as well. Apply a few dime-sized drops on a foam applicator and work into the glass in small sections. Depending on how hard the water spots are you may need to repeat the process and will require some elbow grease but the MDR is very effective. I recommend doing it out of direct sunlight that way the sun does not dry out the product and decrease working time. It should be done in a cool shaded area or garage if you can.
After use, what do you do with the foam w/ MDR, dispose or how do you clean it?
You can clean it with dawn dish soap and rinse it well with water. Allow it to air dry and you can use it again like new.
Great video bro ! What if my water spots are bigger than the regular ones do I keep applying ? Cuz I’ve tried but they are very hard or should I use diluted wheel acid spray ?
Some water spots that are stubborn may require multiple applications of working the product in. I really don't recommend wheel acid. Gtechniq makes also a very good water spot remover for harder water spots but for extremely hard water spots. You can use a finishing pad on a dual action polisher on speed setting 1 or two and work the product in for 30 seconds and then rinse. Should do the trick as you will be producing more revolutions.
@@illusionzauto ok thanks ! I’ll check it out
Loved the video bro, will be ordering these products to remove the water spotting on my ceramic coated car. Are you sure this won't damage the coating? I've got 2 coats of ceramic and 1 ceramic top coating on mine
Thanks for the support Jonathan. Optimum MDR won't damage the ceramic coating because it is a non abrasive formula. It's a gel formula that dissolves as it removes the water spotting and in fact works much better on vehicles that are coated because the water spots are not able to penetrate the clear coat. Use a very soft foam applicator. Use this product out of direct sunlight and on a cool panel. Work the product in for 30 to 60 seconds in small sections and then rinse with water once you see the water spots dissolving.
@@illusionzauto that's awesome, thank you so much man for the reply! Just ordered me some and subscribed! I was panicking at first when I saw the water spots on my newly ceramic coated car but feeling relaxed now so thanks again!
What are you using to neutralize? What is the spray?
You can use water to neutralize or use optimum no rinse diluted with water
Can this be use on vinyl wrap?
I have never tried this on vinyl wrap but the only thing I can tell you is to test it in a inconspicuous area of the vehicle and see if it affects the vinyl wrap.
Is this process safe for water spots removal with ppf?
I will say that I did actually use this on a client's Porsche that had a quarter of the hood ppf. The water spots was so bad on the film that he was going to replace it if I couldn't get the water spots off. The results were fantastic and there was no damage to the film , however the product was not intended for ppf films so I would advise you do a test spot in a small area or you can try gyeon ppf renew which is a Polish that is made for ppf film
Would this be safe/effective for water spots on a carbon fiber roof?
Yes as long as it is not in direct sunlight but also carbon fiber roof can actually be hand polished to remove water spots.
i wonder does it weaken any wax or coating. Okay, what about a wax or a spray sealant
No it does not weaken the coating. Remember ceramic coatings are also designed to stand up against chemicals.
Can MDR be used on ceramic coated American Force forged wheels to remove water spots?
I really wouldn't be able to answer that question as I have only used this on paint and Glass. I will say that if the wheels are painted with a clear coat on it then it can be used but if we're referring to Chrome I would not advise to use this. When it comes to rims with water spots polish and a little elbow grease would be your best option. MDR is ideal for anything that is ceramic coated but as for the rims I am not too sure because the manufacturer does not specify this can be used on rims.
Is this product really safe if my paint is protected with ceramic coating?
Yes in fact the title says how to safely remove water spots from your vehicle's paint or ceramic coating
Hi ! Thanks for the tips !
Does the product work on matte paint ?😢
I have not tested this product on matte finishes. The product is safe for all exterior hard surfaces but if it is indeed truly paint then I would just do a test spot in a small inconspicuous area. If it is a matte wrap then no this would not be the product of choice.
@@illusionzauto yes it’s truly paint not a wrap ! I’ll try! It’s weird because we clearly see the spots only when it’s sunny… may be not water spots ?
I’ll use the ERASER 3D which contains acid as well ! Do you recommend it ?
Thank you very much for your helpful and quick reply ! Appreciated 🙏
Question... I just purchased a lightly used car that has ppf on it and ceramic coating over the ppf. I keep the car outside and every time it rains water spots are everywhere after it dries off. Is there anything I can do to prevent the water spots from forming? I was told that this is just a downside of having ceramic coating and keeping your car outside.
This is the nature of having ppf and ceramic coating exposed to the outdoors. While there is no permanent solution to fully prevent water spotting, I can give you an idea of what may work. While many people say you can't wax the ppf film, this is because some waxes have kerosene in it but I believe it is worth checking out Gyeon Q2 wax because the formula contains fluorine and this is the only wax that can be topped over existing ceramic coatings. This product was made to help prevent water spotting from water sprinklers and hard rain. I would recommend applying this product to a small area on the ppf and wait till it rains. And see if the product actually prevented the water spotting on your ppf.
Can You use this on motorbike plastic windscreens
I don't see why not as it is a hard exterior surface. as a professional auto detailer I don't want to stare you in the wrong path so I recommend testing it in a very small area of the windscreen before doing the entire surface.
The reason why you want to put a wax on top of a ceramic coat is because as the wax quickly breaks down little by little, (within a month or 2) the water minerals go with it and it doesn't etch the clear as long as you keep it as spot free as possible and or keep the wax applied often, every few month's or so.
I don't always advise people to put wax on their ceramic coating but i do recommend Gyeon wax to apply over a ceramic coating as it is made for ceramic coatings and will only enhance the water beading behavior. I definitely get what you're saying as wax actually stands up better against water spotting vs. a ceramic coating. The main thing here is that as long as you have a layer of protection over your ceramic coating. You can greatly minimize water spots.
I did ceramic coating 2 days ago and i have water marks already can i use MDR to remove them?
It sounds like you parked the vehicle outside after the application of the coating. Ceramic coatings must stay dry for 24 hours. I really don't know what ceramic coating you used but for example with carpro cquartz. You can apply (reload) sealant 60 minutes after application of the ceramic coating. This helps to avoid water spotting after that 24-hour period of keeping the vehicle dry. On the other hand just out of curiosity, did you inspect the surface precisely before applying the coating? I asked this because a common mistake with detailers and do it yourselfers is that a vehicle will already have water spots etched into the paint. If not fully removed and then you apply a ceramic coating, the ceramic coating magnifies the water spots once it cures. If your water spots are actually on top of the ceramic coating you will have to wait 5 days from the time you applied it before using any type of chemicals. Use the MDR like I did in the video after 5 days and gently washed the vehicle with a two bucket method. Then apply a quality ceramic or graphene sealant.
so i went to wash my car , i rinsed & then used the foam brush , i ran out of coins & took me a good minute to get some again like 1 min max after the wash i noticed streaks on my hood , i’ve tried soap & water and hot water? thoughts? this only 4 days old
If you have ceramic coating , water spots type 2 and after MDR treatment water spots still there. Ceramic coating is over ppf. What do you recommend in this scenario
first thing, did you use the MDR remover for 30 seconds at least? If so and the water spots are still there then you can use distilled vinegar diluted with distilled water. If that does not work then you can use a ppf polish called Renew by Gyeon. Use it on a Dual action polisher with a finishing pad. This will be light enough to remove the water spots and not remove the ceramic coating.
ILLUSIONZ AUTO thanks used the vinegar already in distilled water did not remove used mdr 30 secs.first time. Will try renew and have polisher random orbital and finishing pad try that. These are tough set in type 2’s
@@ralphharding8101 the Gyeon renew is the last resort but if that doesn't work which it should. I would recommend replacing the ppf film panels that are affected.
Is there anything I can do each time it rains ? If it sits in the sun while those beads still sit on the hood, roof, and trunk do I need to do this process each time?
Parking outside and it raining and then the sun coming out is a common thing that we all deal with only to be left with the dreaded water spots. If your vehicle is highly protected with wax sealant or ceramic coating then all it should take is a good wash to remove those water spots. A good product that avoids water spots from being created so hard is car pro Reload. It creates a really good barrier between your paint or the ceramic coating and the weather elements. If your vehicle is ceramic coated I would put a protective layer of car pro reload. Even if the vehicle is not ceramic coated car pro reload is really good at avoiding this problem. Water spotting only becomes a real issue when you allow it to sit on the surface for a matter of days and weeks. Again if your car is protected very well and it rains and the Sun comes out, just give it a quick wash and that will remove them with little effort.
@@illusionzauto Would it be a good idea to wait until it's not raining for at least a few days before taking it to a car wash? It sometimes rains a few days throughout the week and I would see it as a waste to clean it in between those days
@@spydr202 That should be fine, as long as the vehicle is well protected a few days of waiting to wash it would not hurt. Although washing the vehicle yourself is ideal. If you do go to a hand car wash. Go early in the morning when they are not using the wash mitts on like a hundred other vehicles.
where do we get the product
All the products are listed in the description.
What was the name of the chemical that you're using
To remove water spots the product was made by optimum and it's called MDR (mineral deposit removal)
@@illusionzauto I just had my car detailed & waxed/polished. After it rains, this same thing happens. If I wash it & hand dry it, the spots go away, but I don't have the time to go thru these steps after each & every rain when the car has sat & air dried. Is there a spray on/wipe off product I can use to avoid having to go thru this process (it rains a lot here)?
You didn’t tell us the products name?
Optimum mdr as water spot remover. And for protection Griot's garage 3in 1 wax
And what store can you get it from
Ok thank you
@@roybasquez5318 Autogeek.net or detailedimage.com
Can you use it on matte paint??
No, as this may change the Finish. There is a product for water spots on the market specifically engineered for matte paint. Dr. Beasley's matte paint cleanser is a product you want to use for this situation
Can i use it on a sealant/wax finish? Will it not strip it off?
Although it is safe for glass ,clear coat, and ceramic coatings. Most likely it will be strong enough to strip your wax or sealant which is why at the end of the video I recommend applying some type of protectant
What If an idiot like me didn't see the h20 spots on my hood and a put a sealant over them? Now I can really see them. Thanks
You only see them because a sealant protects and enhances the paint which is why a vehicle looks great after a wax or sealant. All you have to do is to use the MDR like i did in the video, rinse or wash the area and re-apply your sealant.
@@illusionzauto Thanks. I appreciate it.
This is not water spots stain but just some dirt sticks on water after dry off.
So you were there when the video was done? How can you tell somebody what something is if you weren't there. Please do your homework before you decide to make silly comments.
Hell, get out the lime away! LOL!!!!
the water spots are still there after you used MDR dude :)
You can use acid wheel cleaner
I just applied a ceramic coating and water spots appeared hours later after the coating. What you do in this instance?
First thing, did you leave the car outside in the rain after applying the ceramic coating? If so, it is recommended to use a product like Carpro reload 1 hour after applying a ceramic coating. It is an Sio2 sealant that will protect the ceramic coating from these types of events. Otherwise a ceramic coating needs 12 hours to cure and must not be washed for 72 hours. In all it takes about 2-3 weeks for the ceramic coating to cure to it's final hardness. If you do have water spots on the coating. Wash the vehicle thoroughly using the two bucket wash method out of direct sunlight. After washing and drying. Apply Optimum MDR as seen in this video to a small inconspicuous area and test the product on the water spots. If it removes the water spot, rinse and move on to the rest of the vehicle. Do small areas at a time. Once all the water spots are removed. Protect the coating with the Carpro reload to avoid this from happening again and do not let rain water sit on the vehicle in direct sunlight.
I just coated it yesterday. I believe I got the water spots from strip washing it a week and a half ago. I had a heck of a time getting the spots out with compound and I didn’t see any before I coated it. But after maybe like 8 hrs after coating I seen that the spots were back. And the car has been in the garage since the coating. I used Shield Pro ceramic coating
So I know the coating has to come off ( well at least the hood and top of car) any pointers will be very much appreciated! It’s an Infinity Q70L
@@edornelas7248 Keep in mind that the water spots may have been there prior to applying the ceramic coating and you did not notice them but ceramic coatings can magnify any paint defects which may be why the water spots are not coming off because they are under the coating.
ILLUSIONZ AUTO The spots were there before I used the compound and I no longer seen them till hrs after coating was applied. So my next step is to remove the coating. So what would you do in this scenario?
Are you sure the ceramic coating is still there?
I am very sure the ceramic coating is still there. Using MDR does not strip coatings.
@@illusionzauto ok thanks
Is it acidic
It has environmentally friendly acids in it so yes. All water spots removers have some degree of acidity
I tried this and it don’t work
I'm sorry this didn't work for you, if you have any questions please feel free to ask.
Or use 3M ultrafina
Or just use a very light acid, like vitamin C dissolved in hot watter and immediately rinse the surface with clean water. I've just removed a monster stain this way from my car.
And just like magic, the water spots, and ceramic coating, are gone.