What I read was they were good for years but then it came with a proviso that they had to be rejuvenated with the companies topper. So after washing and prepping the paint surface, I misted the surface then used a microfiber cloth to spread it around and wipe it off. Apply to a wet or dry surface, but overall performance and results will be improved if applied to dry paint.

Double Black Bead Maker Paint Protectant is simple to use – just spray on and wipe off to provide your paint with amazing protection, water beading and shine for months! Double Black Bead Maker Paint Protectant is simple to use - just spray on and wipe off to provide your paint with amazing protection\, water beading and shine for months! What makes Bead Maker different is the surface migrating molecule that attaches to the paint surface of a vehicle. I polish my car when I get fed up with the swirls, give it a good wipe down and apply FK, Menzerna or Collinite LSP. Couple that with the brilliant high gloss shine\, and you have one of the best finishing products available.I love that it can be applied directly onto the paint, or on top of any other wax, sealant, or ceramic coating. They mention that it shines and slick, has excellent beading properties and is well worth every penny. I can't really speak for longer than 2 weeks as I have never left my car unwashed for more than 2 weeks lol.

Step 3: After claying and completely drying off the car (use an air compressor or leaf blower to get water out of all the cracks, seams, etc). Bead Maker also does include UV Protection – a combination of a UV filter and UV stabilizers has been used in the manufacture of this fantastic product. Since I've been an avid detailer for over 30 years, from what I saw, it looked interesting, so I bought a gallon of it (I never go small). The initial application took about 16oz, and for every wash I go through 6-8oz to top coat everything. If the product isn't living up to the hype, then why do you think it's being over hyped in the first place.

Its tempting to apply too much product at a time, but with use you learn that a deep gloss shine with a velvet smooth finish to the touch, is achievable when used sparingly. Bead Maker may be applied to wet or dry vehicles and is safe to spray all exterior surfaces with also including UV Protection – we use a combination of filter and UV stabilizers. Bit of a pain to apply if don’t have sheltered area as requires 8hr cure time so cannot be rained on. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. With a quick spray application, this time saving product uses binding polymer monomer technology, giving you a water beading effect that is long-lasting and a brilliant finish.

It is certainly hyped up to a degree, but I think it lacks the longevity of a good wax or paint sealant and should not be used by itself. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising.Bead Maker also does include UV Protection - we use a combination of a UV filter and UV stabilisers.