Attention: Proper tyre preparation and product application are essential to ensure optimum appearance and performance. Failure to adequately clean and prepare any tyres, as well as improper product application, will adversely affect product performance and longevity. Please perform the following steps very carefully and completely:
Note:
- All tyres must be thoroughly cleaned, per the below instructions, regardless of age. Used tyres will require more time and attention.
- Please read all instructions before beginning treatment.
Permagloss Tyre Prep & Cleaner:
- Pre-rinse tyre and wheel with water, to both dampen tire and prevent Tyre Prep & Cleaner from contacting a dry wheel.
- Spray a "mist" of Tyre Prep & Cleaner onto the damp tyre.
- Scrub tire vigorously and completely using a stiff bristle brush, working the Tyre Prep & Cleaner into a lather.
- Thoroughly rinse tire and scrub brush with water.
- Spray another mist of Tyre Prep and Cleaner onto tyre and scrub tyre again, thoroughly, until all lather or "suds" are completely white.
- Rinse tyre completely.
- Rinse scrub brush for future use.
- Allow tyre to dry completely before applying Permagloss protectant.
NOTE: Compressed air and an air-blower can be used to speed tyre drying time.
Permagloss Base Coat:
- Ensure tyre is completely clean and dry.
- Wear rubber gloves.
- Shake bottle of Permagloss Base Coat before using.
- Apply a small amount of Permagloss Base Coat onto a Permagloss Applicator Sponge, reapplying to sponge as needed. Beware that a little goes a long way. If this is your first time applying Permagloss, "shake" just a few drops on the Applicator Sponge and spread on and around the first tire to gain a feel for how little product is needed.
- Using Applicator Sponge, apply Permagloss Base Coat to tyre in a circular motion around the circumference of the tyre. Spread product evenly around tyre, working the Base Coat into the crevasses and details of the tyre as needed for complete coverage.
- Inspect tyre to ensure any runs are smoothed out.
- Wipe any Base Coat residue off of wheels.
- Roll vehicle forward or backwards to enable you to treat the "flat" area of the tyre.
- Allow tyres to dry to touch before applying Finish Coat.
NOTE: Permagloss Base Coat contains black pigment that is a stain hazard. Use with care. Do not apply to whitewalls or raised white letters. For white rubber, use only Permagloss Finish Coat.
Permagloss Finish Coat:
- Ensure Base Coat is dry.
- Wear rubber gloves.
- Shake bottle of Permagloss Finish Coat before using.
- Apply a small amount of Permagloss Finish Coat onto a Permagloss Applicator Sponge, reapplying to sponge as needed.
- Using Applicator Sponge, apply Permagloss Finish Coat to tyre in a circular motion around the circumference of the tire. Spread product evenly around tyre, working the Finish Coat into the crevasses and details of the tire as needed for complete coverage.
- Inspect tyre to ensure any runs are smoothed out.
- Wipe any Finish Coat residue off of wheels.
- Roll vehicle forward or backwards to enable you to treat the "flat" area of the tire.
- Allow tyres to dry, then apply second coat of Permagloss Finish Coat.
- Allow tyres to dry to touch (about 15 minutes) before driving vehicle. Permagloss is completely cured within 24-48 hours. Avoid water to extent possible for first 24 hours.
- After tyres are dry, rinse and clean Applicator Sponge withwater
NOTE: Tyres treated with Permagloss for the first time will require one coat of Base Coat and two coats of Finish Coat. Additional coats may be applied if a greater gloss finish is desired.
Permagloss Finish Coat:
- Once applied and cured, treated tyres should be cleaned with mild soap and water or water only. While not recommended, Permagloss will withstand repeated pressure washings.
- For occasional "refreshes" and/or to restore a "wet" look, simply apply one coat of Finish Coat to clean, dry tyre following the above Instructions section marked Permagloss Finish Coat.
- To repair "curb rash" or other blemishes: clean and dry tire then apply one or more coats of Base Coat to the affected area following the above Instructions section marked Permagloss Base Coat. Allow Base Coat to dry and then apply one coat of Finish Coat, following the above Instructions section marked Permagloss Finish Coat, to the entire tyre to complete the repair.
- Do not apply Permagloss Base Coat or Finish Coat to hot tyres, dirty tyres, in direct sunlight or in temperatures below 10 C.
