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Chemical Guys Butter Wet Wax

Deep wet shine carnauba paste wax

Chemical Guys Butter Wet Wax

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Butter Wet Wax comes in a yellow 473ml bottle with a black flip cap and a cream label, the Chemical Guys crest above the name and Deep Wet Shine beneath it. It is a carnauba based wax that you wipe on and wipe off. For a wash that leaves wax behind as it cleans, see EcoSmart-RU waterless wash and wax.

  • 100% carnauba-based wax
  • New formulation for easier application
  • Deep wet paintwork shine
  • Leaves a streak-free finish
  • UV ray protection
  • Hydrophobic water-beading effect
  • Repels water dust and contaminants
  • Wipe on wipe off application
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Full Description

Butter Wet Wax comes in a yellow 473ml bottle with a black flip cap and a cream label, the Chemical Guys crest above the name and Deep Wet Shine beneath it. It is a carnauba based wax that you wipe on and wipe off. For a wash that leaves wax behind as it cleans, see EcoSmart-RU waterless wash and wax.

Why Buy This Product?

  • 100% carnauba-based wax
  • New formulation for even easier application
  • Deep wet look to any paintwork
  • Improved level of protection
  • Natural carnauba cleaning power
  • More UVA & UVB protection
  • Ultra smooth protective coating

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Key features

  • Carnauba Wax
  • 473ml Size
  • UV Protection
  • Streak-Free Finish
  • Hydrophobic Finish

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Expert Notes

Chemical Guys Butter Wet Wax is a 473ml paste-style carnauba wax built for a warm, deep wet look rather than maximum durability. It is 100% carnauba-based, with a newer formulation the maker designed for easier application, and Chemical Guys states it leaves a streak-free finish, adds a durable shield against UV rays and gives paintwork a hydrophobic, water-beading surface. It is suitable for paintwork and glass, applied with a microfibre or foam applicator and buffed off by hand. In a routine it sits as the final layer of protection after washing and claying, and works well alongside other Chemical Guys waxes, sealants, microfibre applicators and finishing towels rather than abrasive polishes.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Paintwork
  • Glass
  • Cars
  • Vans
  • Motorcycles
  • Car shows and meets
  • Weekend detailing
  • Garage use

Caution: Test on a small hidden area first and avoid applying in direct sunlight or on a hot panel to prevent streaking.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Car Wax
Brand
Chemical Guys
Use
Paste Wax Shine And Protection
Suitable For
Paintwork, Glass
Size
473ml
Formula
100% Carnauba Wax
Application Method
Wipe On, Wipe Off
Finish
Streak-Free
UV Protection
Yes
Water Behaviour
Hydrophobic Water-Beading

How To Use

Application

  1. Wash and dry the vehicle before waxing.
  2. Shake the bottle well before use.
  3. Apply a thin, even coat with a premium microfibre or foam applicator.
  4. Work one panel at a time.
  5. Buff off with a clean microfibre towel for a deep, wet shine.

Aftercare

  1. Inspect the panel in good light after buffing.
  2. Wash applicators and buffing towels separately from other cloths.
  3. Store the bottle upright with the cap sealed.
  4. Keep away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
  5. Reapply once the water-beading effect starts to fade.

Top Tip: Apply in the shade on a cool panel and buff with a clean microfibre towel for a deep, wet shine.

Performance Benefits

  • Improves water beading
  • Shields paintwork from weather
  • Adds a deep wet shine
  • Repels dust and contaminants
  • Lifts light surface contamination
  • Quick to apply and buff off

Frequently Asked Questions

What size does the Chemical Guys Butter Wet Wax come in?

It comes in a 473ml (16oz) bottle.

What is Butter Wet Wax made from?

It is a 100% carnauba-based wax with a newer formulation designed for easier application.

Does it leave a streak-free finish?

Yes, Chemical Guys states that Butter Wet Wax leaves a streak-free finish.

Will it protect paintwork from UV damage?

Yes, the maker says it adds a durable shield against harmful UV rays.

What surfaces can I use it on?

Chemical Guys lists it as suitable for paintwork and glass.

How do I apply Butter Wet Wax?

Shake the bottle, apply a thin coat with a microfibre or foam applicator, then buff off with a clean towel.

Does it give a water-beading effect?

Yes, Chemical Guys states it adds hydrophobic properties for water-beading effects.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Apply on a cool panel out of direct sunlight.
  2. Use a clean microfibre or foam applicator for even coverage.
  3. Work one panel at a time for an even finish.
  4. Buff off with a dry microfibre towel.
  5. Store the bottle upright away from heat.
  6. Shake well before every use.
  7. Wash and dry the car before waxing.
  8. UK-wide delivery is available from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Chemical Guys

Chemical Guys is a car care brand with its mailing address in Torrance, California, and it describes itself as more than a brand: "a lifestyle with a worldwide following". Its story says the company began by wiping the slate clean and starting fresh, and over the years grew into a huge library of detailing knowledge as well as a product range. That range runs from waxes to hybrid coatings, nano-polishes and ceramic sealants, alongside buffing pads, wash and interior care, air fresheners and odour eliminators.

The Drivers HQ stocks a Chemical Guys range led by machine polishing pads. There are Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads in medium cut, heavy cut and finishing grades, in 4 inch, 5.5 inch and 6.5 inch sizes, from the orange Hex-Logic Quantum Cutting Pad to the black Quantum Finishing Pad. Alongside the pads we carry the Honeydew Premium Air Freshener.

Chemical Guys suits anyone moving from hand polishing to machine polishing, as well as detailers who already use a machine and want pads matched to each stage. The brand designs its Quantum pads for dual action and high-speed rotary polishers, attached by hook and loop. A typical correction runs from a cutting pad with a compound, through a polishing pad with a finer polish, to a finishing pad for a glaze, wax or sealant.

Buy Chemical Guys from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery by tracked Royal Mail, or call in at our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free.

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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic pads in red, white, orange and black on a black display plinth, the red Quantum pad showing its printed back

The Chemical Guys Story

Chemical Guys puts a passion for shine at the heart of its story. The brand says it is "Driven by adventure, a passion for shine, and a love for the road ahead", and it welcomes anyone who shares that passion to become part of its family. Its story describes the team as passion-filled car enthusiasts who work every day to make the things they love shine their brightest.

Teaching is a large part of that approach. Chemical Guys says it believes "everyone should be able to achieve a show car shine", and alongside professional level products it provides a vast library of detailing how to guides and courses. The brand calls itself a culture of thinkers and makers, and says detailing is a lifestyle it lives day in, day out, not just something it does.

In its own words, Chemical Guys never stops testing and improving, because it believes good is never good enough. It also says detailing should be fun, and that not a day goes by without its team smiling, laughing and enjoying the work. Whether you are washing your car or shopping for a new sealant, the brand wants you to have a smile on your face while you do it.

Chemical Guys red HEX-Logic Quantum pad on a dual action polisher on red paint, with the black Quantum pad held ready

Hex-Logic Pads and Odour Control

Chemical Guys says its Hex-Logic pads use "laser-cut hexagons to evenly spread product across flat or angled surfaces", with honeycomb-like grooves that hold product in the pad for smoother application and reduce friction during use. On the Quantum pads, a Precision Port vent hole in the centre disperses more heat, which the brand says means less wear and tear on both pad and machine. The Drivers HQ stocks both Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads across cutting, polishing and finishing grades.

Each colour is matched to a job. The brand describes the orange Quantum pad as a medium cutting pad that removes light to moderate defects such as swirls, scratches, oxidation and water spots, and the black Quantum Finishing Pad as a no-cut pad for spreading final sealants and wax coatings evenly on freshly polished paint. Our range includes 4 inch, 5.5 inch and 6.5 inch pads to suit different machines and backing plates.

For the interior, Chemical Guys says the formula in its odour eliminating sprays uses active enzymes that neutralise the germs and bacteria causing odours, then leaves behind only the fresh scent of the product. Our wider selection of odour and smoke eliminators and hanging air fresheners can help you tackle stubborn smells such as smoke and keep the cabin smelling fresh.

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