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H2O Guard and Gloss

hybrid-technologyready-to-usespray-onpaint-safewater-activatedquick-application

Best Value

$0.42/oz

A water-activated hybrid spray sealant designed for application during the drying process, combining silicone polymers with acrylic and carnauba components for simultaneous paint protection and enhancement.

Key Chemistry

pH Level

6.0

Active Mechanism

silicone polymer film formation

Surfactants

4 (nonionic)

Expert Analysis

This hybrid approach combines polydimethylsiloxane (silicone) with acrylic resins and carnauba emulsifiers in a water-activated system that allows application on wet surfaces during drying. The silicone backbone provides hydrophobic properties and surface slickness, while the hybrid chemistry enables easier dispersion and reduced streaking compared to traditional silicone-heavy sealants.

Key Differentiators

  • Water-activated application method allows sealing during the drying process rather than requiring separate application steps
  • Reformulated silicone dispersion reduces the 'spitting' issues common with silicone-based products while maintaining effectiveness on paint and trim

Potential Concerns

  • Silicone-based formulations can interfere with future paint correction work if not properly removed
  • Application technique is critical - too much product or improper buffing can result in streaking, especially in direct sunlight

Ingredients

14 disclosed
odorless mineral spirits1-<5%
CAS: 64742-48-9solvent
decamethylcyclopentasiloxane1-<5%
CAS: 541-02-6solvent
waterN/D
CAS: 7732-18-5solvent
polydimethylsiloxaneN/D
CAS: 63148-62-9surface modifier
polyacrylamideN/D
CAS: 9003-05-8viscosity modifier
carnauba waxN/D
CAS: 8015-86-9wax
fluorine modified silicone fluidN/D
CAS: 115361-68-7surface modifier
polytrimethylhydrosilylsiloxaneN/D
CAS: 68988-56-7surface modifier
Alcohols, C11-14-iso-, C13-rich, ethoxylatedN/D
CAS: 78330-21-9surfactant
isopropyl myristateN/D
CAS: 110-27-0unknown
Amides, C16-18 and C18-unsatd., N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl)N/D
CAS: 68603-38-3surfactant
ethoxylated C11-15 secondary alcoholsN/D
CAS: 68131-40-8surfactant
benzyl benzoateN/D
CAS: 120-51-4fragrance
Alcohols, C11-15- secondary, ethoxylatedN/D
CAS: 84133-50-6surfactant

Source: sds only

Safety Profile

Signal Word
None
Eye Hazard
Skin Hazard
Corrosive to Metals
No
Flammable
Yes