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Angelwax QED - Quick Exterior Detailer

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Angelwax QED - Quick Exterior Detailer £52.95
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Angelwax QED is a quick exterior detailing spray that is the perfect solution when there is no time for waxing yet the appearance of a freshly waxed vehicle is required, making this perfect for everyday use or as the ultimate show companion.

  • Freshly waxed look without a full wax
  • Adds a protective layer over wax
  • Removes light dust and fingerprints
  • Clears water marks after washing
  • Wet look, high-gloss finish
  • Enhances slickness and paint depth
  • Works on paint, glass and chrome
  • Handy for car show touch-ups
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Full Description

Angelwax QED is a quick exterior detailing spray that is the perfect solution when there is no time for waxing yet the appearance of a freshly waxed vehicle is required, making this perfect for everyday use or as the ultimate show companion.

Our unique formulation adds an additional layer of protection on top of your existing wax coatings to further enhance the appearance of your vehicle.

Angelwax QED is also an excellent post wash solution perfectly engineered to remove dust and water marks leaving bodywork gleaming with a beautiful wet look, gloss finish.

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Key features

  • Quick Detailer
  • High Gloss
  • Extra Protection
  • 500ml And 5L
  • Show Day Use

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Expert Notes

Angelwax QED is a quick exterior detailer, offered here in 500ml and 5L, for adding gloss, slickness and a layer of protection between washes. It removes light dust, fingerprints, water spots and fresh contamination, and leaves a wet look, high-gloss finish that buffs off streak-free. We use it straight after drying a freshly washed car, as a top-up over existing wax or sealant, and for touch-ups at car shows. It works on paintwork, glass, chrome and exterior trim, which makes it a handy all-round finishing spray. Pair it with plush microfibre towels, and use the 5L to refill a labelled trigger bottle if you detail regularly.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Paintwork
  • Glass
  • Chrome
  • Exterior trim
  • Waxed paintwork
  • Sealed paintwork
  • Car show touch-ups

Caution: Use only on a cool, clean surface: spraying onto hot panels or wiping over grit and heavy dirt can leave marks or cause fine scratches.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Quick Exterior Detailer
Brand
Angelwax
Available Sizes
500ml, 5L
Finish
High Gloss, Wet Look
Removes
Light Dust, Fingerprints, Water Spots, Fresh Contamination
Protection
Adds A Protective Layer Over Existing Wax
Suitable For
Paintwork, Glass, Chrome, Exterior Trim, Waxed Or Sealed Surfaces
Application Method
Spray, Wipe Evenly, Buff Immediately
Primary Use
Post-Wash Finishing, Maintenance And Show Preparation

How To Use

Application

  1. Make sure the surface is cool and clean before you start.
  2. Spray QED lightly onto the panel or directly onto a microfibre cloth.
  3. Wipe evenly across the surface, one panel at a time.
  4. Buff straight away with a clean, dry microfibre towel.
  5. Turn the towel to a fresh face as it becomes damp.

Aftercare

  1. Use QED regularly to maintain gloss and protection between washes.
  2. Give the car a full wash when it carries more than light dust.
  3. Wash used microfibres without fabric softener.
  4. Keep the bottle sealed and upright, away from frost and direct heat.

Top Tip: Use two towels: one to spread QED across the panel and a second, dry towel for the final buff.

Performance Benefits

  • Wipes away fingerprints and light dust
  • Removes water spots after drying
  • Leaves a wet look finish
  • Adds slickness to the paintwork
  • Freshly waxed look in minutes
  • Buffs off streak-free

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Angelwax QED used for?

QED is a quick exterior detailer that adds gloss, slickness and protection between washes. It gives a freshly waxed look when there is no time for a full wax.

Can I use it straight after washing?

Yes, QED works as a post-wash product that removes dust and water marks, leaving a wet look, high-gloss finish.

Does it add protection?

Yes, it adds an additional protective layer on top of existing wax. Angelwax lists previously waxed or sealed surfaces as suitable.

Can I use it on glass and chrome?

Yes, Angelwax lists paintwork, glass, chrome and exterior trim as suitable surfaces for QED.

What sizes are available?

Angelwax QED is available here in 500ml and 5L. The 5L suits refilling a spray bottle for regular use.

Will it leave streaks?

Angelwax describes QED as streak-free and easy to use. Apply it to a cool surface and buff straight away with a clean, dry microfibre towel.

Is it suitable for car shows?

Yes, Angelwax describes QED as ideal after washing, at car shows or as part of a regular maintenance routine.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Apply to a cool panel, never in strong direct sunlight.
  2. Use light mists rather than soaking the panel.
  3. Buff each panel before moving on to the next.
  4. Keep a bottle and clean towels ready for show days.
  5. Decant the 5L into a labelled trigger bottle for everyday use.
  6. Wash the car first if it is more than lightly dusty.
  7. Use fresh, clean microfibre towels for every detail.
  8. UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

The Brand

Angelwax

Angelwax is a car detailing brand that describes its team as innovators, chemists and perfectionists, with over 25 years of experience in the chemical industry behind its formulas. According to the brand, all of its products are designed, formulated and manufactured at its headquarters in Paisley, Scotland. Its range covers the whole detailing process, from exterior wash and decontamination products to wheel cleaners, interior cleaners, polishes and compounds, hand-poured waxes and ceramic coatings for both professional and consumer use. Angelwax also produces a nautical care range for boats and has a network of certified installers for its professional coatings.

The Drivers HQ stocks Angelwax with car waxes at its centre. Dark Angel is a hand-poured wax made for black and dark paintwork, and for matte paint there are Luminosity Matte Wax and Luminosity QED, a matte quick detailing spray. Stripped-Ease removes old wax before a fresh coat, Vision cleans the glass, and the AnGel Plastic & Interior Dressing looks after the cabin.

Angelwax suits enthusiasts who enjoy a hands-on wax routine. Stripped-Ease takes old wax off the paint, a wax such as Dark Angel then adds gloss and protection, and owners of matte paint can use Luminosity Matte Wax and QED instead. Vision for the glass and AnGel for the interior plastics complete the job inside and out.

Buy Angelwax from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery, sent tracked with Royal Mail, or use free Click & Collect from our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. Whether you are replacing a favourite wax or adding matte or interior care to your kit, you can combine Angelwax with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order, and build a routine that covers every stage from the first rinse to the final buff.

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Designed and Made in Scotland

Angelwax describes itself as more than just another detailing brand. In its own words, the people behind it are innovators, chemists and perfectionists with over 25 years of experience in the chemical industry, who have spent years developing and refining their range of detailing products. The brand says every formula is crafted with precision and tested across the globe.

All Angelwax products are designed, formulated and manufactured at the brand's global headquarters in Scotland, which it lists at the Airlink Industrial Estate in Paisley. Several of its product descriptions refer to formulas developed in-house at its UK laboratory, including the Cleanliness pre-wash and Blue Rinse. Alongside its Scottish base, the brand also lists a European distribution centre and a distribution office and warehouse in the USA.

Formulation #1 has a long history with the brand. Angelwax says it was the very first detailing wax the brand developed, and that it has remained a favourite with enthusiasts and professional detailers since its original launch in 2009. Scent is part of the brand's character too, as its tagline Heaven Scent, Wicked Finish suggests: Dark Angel carries a chocolate fragrance, and the brand says its bilberry fragrance was made famous within its detailing range.

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Waxes, Wheel Care and Wash Essentials

Waxes are at the heart of the Angelwax range. Formulation #1 is a carnauba detailing wax that the brand says is hand-poured in small batches from natural waxes and oils, delivers a deep wet-look gloss and needs only a thin application layer. Dark Angel was developed specifically for black and dark-coloured vehicles, blended with natural waxes and conditioning oils to enrich dark paint tones and help reduce the appearance of light swirls and wash marks.

The Bilberry name runs through the brand's wheel care. Bilberry wheel cleaner is a non-acidic formula for removing brake dust and road grime, and Angelwax describes it as safe for all wheel types, including painted, lacquered and powder-coated finishes. Bilberry Wheel Wax then adds a protective barrier against brake dust and road grime to help keep wheels cleaner for longer, and the same bilberry fragrance is available as a hanging air freshener.

For the wash, Angelwax says FastFoam produces a thick foam that clings to the car to loosen dirt and traffic film before contact washing, and that it is safe for waxes, sealants and ceramic coatings when used correctly. Inside the car, Absolution is made for seats, carpets, floor mats and fabric trim, Heaven for Leather is a pH-neutral cleaner for leather upholstery, and Excelsior cleans canvas, mohair, cloth and vinyl soft tops.

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