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Carchem Connoisseur Carnauba Wax

Carnauba wax for gloss and protection

Carchem Connoisseur Carnauba Wax

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Connoisseur Carnauba Wax gives great protection from contamination while adding to the natural gloss from your vehicles paintwork.

  • Carnauba wax for painted bodywork
  • Protects paint from contamination
  • Adds to the natural paint gloss
  • Can also be applied to wheels
  • Hazes in 5 to 10 minutes
  • Buffs to a brilliant shine
  • Second coat builds a stronger bond
  • Applied after full decontamination
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Connoisseur Carnauba Wax gives great protection from contamination while adding to the natural gloss from your vehicles paintwork.

Car-Chem Connoisseur Carnauba Wax is a carnauba wax for the protection stage of a detail. Car-Chem describes it as protecting paintwork from contamination while adding to its natural gloss, and it can be applied to wheels as well as bodywork. Use it on a washed and decontaminated car: apply a thin, even layer in a lattice pattern, leave it to haze for 5 to 10 minutes, then buff to a shine. A second coat once the first is buffed builds a stronger bond. It suits enthusiasts who enjoy waxing by hand. Pair it with clay and iron fallout decontamination, foam applicator pads, soft microfibre buffing cloths and a wax-safe shampoo.

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Key features

  • Carnauba Wax
  • Paint Protection
  • Gloss Finish
  • Paint And Wheels

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Expert Notes

Car-Chem Connoisseur Carnauba Wax is a carnauba wax for the protection stage of a detail. Car-Chem describes it as protecting paintwork from contamination while adding to its natural gloss, and it can be applied to wheels as well as bodywork. Use it on a washed and decontaminated car: apply a thin, even layer in a lattice pattern, leave it to haze for 5 to 10 minutes, then buff to a shine. A second coat once the first is buffed builds a stronger bond. It suits enthusiasts who enjoy waxing by hand. Pair it with clay and iron fallout decontamination, foam applicator pads, soft microfibre buffing cloths and a wax-safe shampoo.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted bodywork
  • Bonnets and roofs
  • Doors and wings
  • Painted bumpers
  • Wheels
  • Freshly decontaminated paint

Caution: Keep the wax off unpainted textured plastics and rubber seals, where residue can dry white, and apply only to a clean, cool, decontaminated surface.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Carnauba Car Wax
Brand
Car-Chem
Use
Paint Protection And Gloss
Suitable For
Bodywork And Wheels
Application Method
Thin Even Layer In A Lattice Pattern
Finish
Gloss
Wax Type
Carnauba
Haze Time
5 To 10 Minutes
Layering
Second Coat Once The First Is Buffed
Surface Preparation
Washed And Decontaminated Vehicle

How To Use

Application

  1. Wash, dry and decontaminate the vehicle before waxing.
  2. Work in the shade on cool, dry panels.
  3. Apply a thin, even layer to the bodywork and wheels with a clean applicator pad.
  4. Spread the wax in a lattice pattern so every area is evenly covered.
  5. Leave the wax to haze for 5 to 10 minutes.
  6. Buff off with a clean, soft microfibre cloth to bring out the gloss.

Aftercare

  1. Apply a second thin coat once the first is buffed, for a stronger bond.
  2. Maintain the finish with a shampoo that will not strip wax.
  3. Avoid harsh traffic film removers on waxed panels, as they can strip wax.
  4. Wash applicators and buffing cloths after use.
  5. Close the lid tightly and store the wax away from heat and frost.

Top Tip: Less is more: a thin, even layer hazes and buffs off far more easily than a heavy one.

Performance Benefits

  • Enhances the natural paint gloss
  • Helps keep contamination off paint
  • Layers for a stronger bond
  • Even coverage with lattice application
  • Ready to buff in 5 to 10 minutes
  • Buffs off with a microfibre cloth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Connoisseur Carnauba Wax?

It is a carnauba wax from Car-Chem that protects paintwork from contamination while adding to its natural gloss. It goes on after the car has been washed and decontaminated.

How long do I leave it before buffing?

Car-Chem advises leaving it to haze for 5 to 10 minutes, then buffing to a shine with a clean microfibre cloth.

Can I use it on wheels?

Yes. Car-Chem's instructions are to apply it to the bodywork and wheels of a decontaminated vehicle.

Should I apply more than one coat?

A second coat is recommended. Car-Chem advises applying another thin coat once the first has been buffed, for a stronger and more durable bond.

How should I prepare the car first?

Wash, dry and decontaminate the paint first, as Car-Chem specifies a decontaminated vehicle. Clay and iron fallout removal leave a clean surface for the wax to bond to.

How do I apply it evenly?

Apply a thin, even layer in a lattice pattern so all areas are covered. Car-Chem's advice is that less is more.

What should I use alongside it?

Use a foam applicator pad to apply it, clean microfibre cloths to buff it and a wax-safe shampoo for maintenance washes.

Where can I buy Connoisseur Carnauba Wax?

It is available from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery, and our walk-in store is in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Decontaminate the paint before waxing so the carnauba bonds to clean paint.
  2. Apply thin layers, which haze evenly and buff off easily.
  3. Use a lattice pattern to make sure no area is missed.
  4. Wait the full 5 to 10 minutes before buffing.
  5. Turn to a fresh, clean microfibre face for the final wipe.
  6. Add a second coat after buffing for a stronger bond.
  7. Keep wax off textured black plastics and rubber seals.
  8. Wash with a wax-safe shampoo to look after the layer.

The Brand

Car-Chem

Car-Chem is a UK car care manufacturer. Car-Chem Ltd was founded in 2010, and from its on-site laboratory, dedicated research chemist and production facility in Nottingham it researches, develops and makes its own products, and private label products for other businesses. It says its products are sold to professionals and consumers in over 40 countries. In 2024 it was acquired by Leading Solvent Supplies, a UK chemical group, keeping its own brand identity and team, and it still manufactures, fills and labels its own products in-house.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Car-Chem online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop, with several products in 500ml and 5L. Popular choices include 1900:1 Shampoo, Pre Soak+ Snow Foam and Hydro Quick Detailer.

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Car Chem 1900:1 Shampoo (500ml and 5L) - The Drivers HQ

Car-Chem wash, wheels and preparation

Pre-wash. Pre Soak+ Snow Foam is a highly foaming, biodegradable pre-wash that gives a rich, stable foam at a very high dilution and lifts dirt and grime without stripping sealant or wax. Total Clean Traffic Film Remover is the stronger road film cleaner for traffic film, dead bugs and bird droppings on paint, wheels, glass and trim, diluted from 10:1 to 100:1 depending on the job.

Shampoo. 1900:1 Shampoo takes its name from its dilution ratio. Car-Chem calls it an award-winning formula that cuts through dirt, grime and road film while keeping waxes, sealants and ceramic coatings intact, with lubricants and long-lasting suds that help keep marring down.

Wheels and all-purpose. Clean Wheels is an acid-based spray cleaner for most alloy, chrome, painted and plastic-trimmed wheels, used neat on heavy soiling or diluted 3:1, then brushed and rinsed. Citrus Clean is an all purpose cleaner for almost anything inside and outside the car, from carpet stains to wheel arches.

Before protection. Prep Panel Wipe removes oils and silicones to leave a streak-free surface ready for last stage protection.

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Waxes. Sapphire Ceramic Wax is a 100g SiO2 based ceramic wax from Car-Chem's in-house technical team, blending SiO2 with carnauba, montan and bees waxes and natural fruit oils, for protection and water beading with a traditional hand application; avoid driving for 24 hours after. Connoisseur Carnauba Wax protects against contamination while adding to the paint's natural gloss, goes on wheels too, and hazes in 5 to 10 minutes before buffing.

Between washes. Hydro Quick Detailer adds gloss and a microscopically thin hydrophobic sealant layer through polymer technology, and also works as a spray sealant straight after washing.

Glass. Pre Icer is a glass coating that goes on a dry windscreen before a frost and stays on, to stop ice settling. Screen Wash Water Resistant is a concentrated screen wash additive, used at 10:1, that leaves a hydrophobic barrier so rain beads and runs off.

Interior. Interior Clean Coat cleans and dresses in one pass with an applemint scent and a satin finish. HIDE Leather Cream feeds and moisturises leather for a deep, rich satin finish, and Refresh targets the bacteria behind bad smells and leaves a fragrance that lasts for weeks.

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