Zaino Vs Adams Polish

[04silverado1500]

Well I'm a member over at GRRRR8 and everyone swears by adams polish. But i think i remember over here everyone like zaino...(or maybe it was another forum). Does anyone have personal experiences with either of these two companies?

 

http://www.zainostore.com/

 

http://www.adamspolishes.com/

 

Let me know what you guys think!

[MacA]

I was a hardcore Zaino fanatic when I owned my black '99 Corvette. When I bought my '99 used in 2004, it had a severe case of water spots. The Zaino "treatment" got my paint so perfect that it looked like I could walk into it! Here is a picture I took on the 4th of July a few years ago..

 

 

I have also used the Adams. It is an excellent product, but I can get the same results with Maguars NXT. The NXT is all I use now. I think the Zaino is the best product out there. I'm just not willing to put that much effort in my vehicles anymore!!

[brims]

Zaino seems to be the stuff you use if you just want to buy something that has the most amount of steps humanly possible. Never heard of Adams.

[RyanbabZ71]

I used Zaino for about 5 yrs until I found Poorboys Polish. Started using it and never looked back.

[omegafiler]

For some reason I'm always trying new waxes. Never heard of Adam's, but did recently buy a Zaino full detailing kit with all of the stuff they recommend. I think the only way you will know what you like best is to just try it for yourself.

 

When it comes to waxes, opinions are all over the place. Just don't forget to post pics!

[emejay]

I have used both, and absolutely choose Zaino. Adams is good wax, but in the 10+ years I have used Zaino, I have yet to find something better. It's major benefit is it will fill in the tiny swirl marks and make a deep, wet look. It is easy to apply (don't be intimidated by the very detailed instructions) and economical as very llittle is used. It also lasts longer than most carnauba based waxes (Zaino is a synthetic product).

[icetraxx]

I used the zaino for several years. I found klasse. It can be a 2 step or just a single step polish/sealant. i found it equal zaino in every aspect. I think that it holds up a little better and longer. I am thinking about giving the poor boys brand or adams a go since I'm out of the klasse. Not really in a hurry since the weather on the weekends in louisiana has been sucking lately.

[Jubei69]

You didn't list Zymol

http://www.zymol.com/index.aspx

 

If you got the money and the time... because it takes time to do Zymol properly, you get the showcar shine, like what they use at Barretts Jackons and Highend Sport/Luxury cars..

 

I'm trying to get some friends to split the cost of Zymol with me...

[ShimanoFisherman]

I have also used the Adams. It is an excellent product, but I can get the same results with Maguars NXT. The NXT is all I use now. I think the Zaino is the best product out there. I'm just not willing to put that much effort in my vehicles anymore!!

 

Yep, after a few of those Zaino applications on my black 02 SD that was it for me. The marginal benefit it gave was not worth the extra effort.

 

I use NXT on my 09 and I'm completely satisfied.

[ShimanoFisherman]

 

Now that deserves Zaino.

[mhenshaw]

I use 3M wax and it has lasted a lot longer than NXT wax.

I'm not about to completely detail my truck for a whole day, when the stupid paint keeps getting chips and scratches. Wash and wax is good enough for me, no more clay bar.

[C. Charles Hahn]

Both Zaino and Adam's are overrated, overpriced, and underdeliver.

 

Zaino is actually the same stuff as Duragloss -- just labeled differently and priced much higher.

 

Adam's is actually relabeled Chemical Guys stuff... again just priced significantly higher.

 

If you want real value for your money and consistent results, look to Meguiar's, Mother's, or 3M.

[MacA]

Both Zaino and Adam's are overrated, overpriced, and underdeliver.

 

Zaino is actually the same stuff as Duragloss -- just labeled differently and priced much higher.

 

Adam's is actually relabeled Chemical Guys stuff... again just priced significantly higher.

 

If you want real value for your money and consistent results, look to Meguiar's, Mother's, or 3M.

 

I am in total agreement with your last statement!! But I'd like to know what "the facts" are regarding your statements about Zaino and Adam's. Saying it is one thing, but make me a believer!

[C. Charles Hahn]

Both Zaino and Adam's are overrated, overpriced, and underdeliver.

 

Zaino is actually the same stuff as Duragloss -- just labeled differently and priced much higher.

 

Adam's is actually relabeled Chemical Guys stuff... again just priced significantly higher.

 

If you want real value for your money and consistent results, look to Meguiar's, Mother's, or 3M.

 

I am in total agreement with your last statement!! But I'd like to know what "the facts" are regarding your statements about Zaino and Adam's. Saying it is one thing, but make me a believer!

 

 

Go do some searches on any of the major detailing forums (Autopia, Detail City, et al) and you'll see what I'm talking about. I've been in this industry (detailing professionally) for nearly a decade, and I've seen all kinds of this scenario going on. "Boutique brands" that simply buy chemicals from a distributor and slap their own labels on them -- it's common.

[Luvbelly]

Just an average joe here but I have tried Adams products. They were easy to apply, remove, and gave me excellent results. I do not, nor will I ever, claim that one product is better than any other. I also use Turtle extreme (please don't hate), mothers, and several other products. The problem I have found is products that delivers the best shine often do not fair well when it comes to durability. Adams products seem to do both. If it is available with a different label for less that's just a bonus. Here is a couple pics of my last ride after a basic wash and two step polish.