Collinite No. 476s Super Doublecoat Wax: Specifications and Safety Notes
At a glance
- What it is: A classic carnauba and polymer paste wax from Collinite, which it calls its most durable, and recommends as a winter wax.
- Key facts: Collinite claims 7 to 10 months of weather protection; covers 1,200 to 2,000 sq ft per tin; 9 fl oz and 18 fl oz tins; hand or DA polisher use (Collinite).
- Suits: Enthusiasts preparing a car for winter who accept a harder wax to apply.
- Skip if: You want a quick wipe-on product; it is a traditional hard paste.
We haven’t tested this product ourselves. This page summarises Collinite’s product page, checked 19 October 2026. The durability figure is Collinite’s.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Collinite No. 476s Super Doublecoat, “Ultra Durable High Gloss Sealant” | [1] |
| Formula | Carnauba and polymer blend; traditional hard paste; highest polymer concentration in the range | [1] |
| Durability claim | 7 to 10 months of weather protection | [1] |
| Application | Thin layer on a 2 x 2 ft section; remove when it hazes, typically 1 to 3 minutes; minimal buffing; hand or DA polisher | [1] |
| Coverage | 1,200 to 2,000 sq ft | [1] |
| Sizes | 9 fl oz and 18 fl oz | [1] |
| Warnings | Test in a small area first. No formal hazard warnings on the page | [1] |
| UK price and stock | Not verified; Collinite’s page is a US store | n/a |
What owners report
We have not reviewed owner feedback for this product.
Known issues and safety
Recall check: we searched GOV.UK product safety alerts, reports and recalls (Office for Product Safety and Standards) for “collinite” on 19 October 2026 and found no results [2]. Check the list again for the exact product.
The wax is a hard paste that takes more effort to apply and remove than a liquid wax [1]. Use thin coats, keep it off unpainted trim, and follow the label.
Questions people ask
How long does it last?
Collinite says 7 to 10 months [1]. Real life depends on washing and weather.
Can I use a machine?
Yes, Collinite says hand or dual action polisher [1].
Is it available in the UK?
We could not confirm UK pricing or stockists from Collinite’s page.
Alternatives
- Soft99 Fusso Coat: A synthetic hard wax. See our separate page.
- Other paint protection: See our paint protection hub.
Our verdict
Based on the evidence, this suits enthusiasts wanting a durable carnauba and polymer wax for winter. We could not confirm UK availability or price. This is a research summary, not a test result.
Sources
- No. 476s Super Doublecoat, Collinite, collinite.com. The page shows no date. Checked 19 October 2026.
- GOV.UK search of product safety alerts, reports and recalls, Office for Product Safety and Standards, gov.uk. Searched 19 October 2026.