OK to wax windows?
 

Is it OK to wax the windows/sunroof? I'm not sure if wax negatively affects the rubber trim around the window.

Are you kidding me? Why the heck would you wax the windows? Just get yourself some Windex.

DO IT!!!! Go for the gusto, I don't see anything bad happening ;) BTW, I can't believe this question was asked

Uhm, if you're going to wax them, do it right. Use RainX. It's designed to use on glass and it helps the rain bead up and channel away. They also make an interior anti-fog product. I'm not saying regular wax is bad for the windows, but I wouldn't do it. IMO:

Regular Wax + windows = :(
RainX + windows = :D

I Zaino my sunroof window all the time....keeps it shinny

I can. it's not that far fetched for people to wax their windshields/ back windows etc.
We did it years and years ago long before products like Rain-X were available. I don't think it would hurt anything,may be a bitch to get off the trim though. Like labop said just get some Rain-X.

Make sure that you keep the wax off the rubber as it can discolor it, but an old polishing trick is to wash your windows with whatever you like best then polish them with dry newspaper and they shine right up. Try it and see if you like it, and if you don't; hey no harm done.

You may find that waxing the windshield makes the wipers chatter badly; maybe not at first... You'd be better off with RainX, which is designed for the purpose.

RainX is surprisingly effective. A lot of times you don't even need the wipers, and condensation rolls off as soon as you get underway, leaving clear windows -- so it's useful on all the windows not just the windshield. The problem I had was with the chattering. As long as you keep up with the applications you're fine but when it starts wearing off the wipers start chattering across the windshield. Then you have to decide whether to scrub the remainder off or go back to using the RainX.

I don't see a problem in this as long as you don't get it on the rubber. If you get it on the trim you will have a tough time getting it off most likely. I have waxed my headlights as well as my rims before so I don't see why you couldn't wax your windows as well. There is a product RainX as mentioned above that repels water. I've used it in the past and wasn't all that impressed with it because it's only effective in 50+mph (not city driving).

Actually rainx has a new product out called Winshield Wax.

http://www.rainx.com/BB/default.htm

I use Zaino on all of my windows, inside and out, EXCEPT the windshield. Keeps them looking crystal clear - AND easy to wipe clean.

if your worried about waterspots use NuGlass

I've heard of waxing the tail lights on your car but windows?! whoa...

I thought this question was a joke so I just had to pop in and take a peek. Just turned out to be a stupid question. Now I'm disappointed :-(

Thanks for the responses. The reason I asked is because I wanted to prevent chips to the windshield from sand and rocks, which my previous car had. Wax seems to protect the paint finish pretty well from small rocks, so I was thinking it might be good for protecting the windshield. Now Rain-X wouldn't do that, would it? :rolleyes:

No. Rain-X just makes the water bead so it runs off easier and helps keep windows cleaner and clearer. If you want to wax them go ahead it's your car. It's not going to hurt anything. :D

I found that in the long run waxing your windows makes for some funky buildup that really obscures your vision when the glass gets wet. Unless you wax it religiously you may find yourself in the rain one day and can't see the road.

I dunno maybe it was just a fluke problem on my glass.. who knows.

That wasn't my experience at all. The RainX effect would begin almost as soon as the car began moving. It really is quite impressive if you're willing to keep up with the applications.

Shout out for RainX...it's awesome and really does work!! Think I may go put some on now...thanks for the reminder!!!

I thought you might've been asking about Wax as part of the cleaning process... In that case, I'd suggest using a clay bar to completely remove all debris and leave your window so clean you can't even tell it's there. Not sure at all what you might use to help prevent rock chips and such... My window always seems to have a thin layer of spots from debris and bugs that I'd LOVE not having to deal with.

I wouldn't recommend waxing the windows. at night the lights will reflect the actual wax and make it hard to see out of them. They will look foggy. At least that's the problem
I had.

Just wanted to second (fifth?) the RainX. I've used it for years and it works wonderfully. The only thing is that you have to keep up the applications. After couple stormy months you need to re-apply it.

Also, it can be a pain getting it off if you let it dry too long. A damp cloth works wonders though.

Clay bar alone will do wonders for you