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Comment on Getting to the Bottom of RainX Residue by George Bodden

George Bodden — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:26:07 +0000

Interesting read on Rain-x, have you ever tried Rain Magic?

Comment on ClearPlex Windshield Protection Film by Dave Samuels

Dave Samuels — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 02:41:32 +0000

I just called clearplex and they can sell the product directly. Plus they have a process to certify my shop. We do the tinting for fleets. Our customers are looking for a product to reduce their annual glass costs. I’m excited for my kit to arrive.

Comment on How to Apply Aquapel Glass Treatment to Your Windshield by raysandsglass

raysandsglass — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:37:00 +0000

I wouldn’t recommend a microfiber cloth for wiping off the Aquapel, not because it would harm your application, but it might ruin a good microfiber cloth. Since Aquapel is a water repellent, it would be hard to wash out.

The white pads are called Glass Prep Cleaners and are available from Aquapel.

I don’t see any reason you shouldn’t use Aquapel on residential windows - as long as the are glass. You will probably still need to squeegee them after a storm since they won’t have the same kind of wind force as an automobile or boat that causes the water to roll off.

And thanks for the tips on other uses for Aquapel, we have heard it works great on tile in tubs and showers as well as on the glass shower doors.

Comment on Don’t Put Your Feet Up and Relax by raysandsglass

raysandsglass — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:52:26 +0000

Ed,

Aquapel definitely CANNOT be used on polycarbonate eyeglasses - or any other type of plastic.
Aquapel is made to chemically bond to glass surfaces and if used on plastic it will turn the surface white and is not removable due to the chemical reaction on the surface.
However, it could be used on the old fashioned glass lens glasses, but not many people are sporting glass lenses these days.
I hate to say it, but this might be one instance where you would want to try a silicone based product that simply coats the surface with a film.

Comment on Don’t Put Your Feet Up and Relax by Ed Whalen

Ed Whalen — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:13:34 +0000

Hello Again:

A small application but an important one.

Is there any reason that Aquapel cannot be used on eyeglasses/sun glasses that are polycarbonate??? It should result in clearer sight and keep things easier to see in downpours. I spend time in SE Asia and downpours make me take off glasses be cause I cannot see well!! What say you!!!

Comment on How to Apply Aquapel Glass Treatment to Your Windshield by Ed Whalen

Ed Whalen — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:04:36 +0000

Dear Sirs:

Aquapel is great but I have several questions:

1. Can a microfiber cloth be used to wipe the windshield rather than a paper towel?

2. What is the name of the white pads used to get prior crap off the windshield, you know….Rain X! etc ?

3. I have 5 house windows that get a lot of rain in the rainy season plus a lot of wind blown dirt. Is there any reason not to use Aquapel on these glass windows once they have been cleaned with a non ammonia based cleaner product?

I have used aquapel on bathroom mirrors and find it is great. Further

I put some aquapel on the metal frame around my shower and the brass towel bars and it worked great there also.

I also found that microfiber cloths were real good at getting aquapel residue off when you left it a bit too long. It takes a bit of a scrub but works fine.

Ed Whalen

Comment on Windshield Replacement Safe Drive-away Time by Ron

Ron — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:31:20 +0000

I had my windshield repaired at a smaller place cause I thought it would save me a few dollars. What a huge mistake! I ended up getting some horrible repair done that cost me more in the long run as I had replace it again within the year. I dont think the windshield had the proper time to cure, or it just wasn’t installed properly . Definitely learned my lesson, not soemthing worth cheeping out on!

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Comment on Aquapel Windshield Rain Repellent Treatment gets rave reviews. . . by Warren Wong

Warren Wong — Mon, 26 May 2008 03:55:25 +0000

After using Rain X for years thought I would give Aquapel a shot. Immediately it was apparent that this was a superior product to lives up to its name. I was so impressed I gave the product as gifts to relatives and friends.

I now get a clear view through side and rear windows when backing up. No more fear or 19 wheeler’s drenching my windshield.

thanks Ray Sands.

Comment on ClearPlex Windshield Protection Film by raysandsglass

raysandsglass — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:35:52 +0000

To become a Clearplex Film installer you must first have a good relationship with Madico. I would assume Madico probably a looks for a longstanding dealer of their films - and a shop with a good reputation.
I know they only offer the film to certain shops in certain areas that they feel are qualified to not only apply it properly but market the film as well. And Clearplex is a product that definitly requires a lot of skill to work with - it isn’t like tint film - so overall it is a very exclusive product.

Comment on ClearPlex Windshield Protection Film by Nic Nicolosi

Nic Nicolosi — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 05:16:13 +0000

I’m interested in becoming an installer of Clearplex.