Very very stupid question

in short polish buffs the surface to a shine where as a wax put a protective layer on the surface.
 
Yeah, polish and then wax or sealant over the top.

Polish corrects blemishes in the paint, wax or sealant seals the corrected surface. Basically. :smile:
 
Thought so! How much am I looking at paying for a clay bar kit and wax?

Meg's is good stuff, this clay bar kit is a good start http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/..._productId_922503_langId_-1_categoryId_255233

Wax varies in price enormously. From £10s to £1000s for a pot! For a beginner try something on the cheaper side of things...and preferably something that can be applied and taken off easily. (I made this mistake last weekend, had a friend give me a pot of £7.99 Simoniz Orignal wax - it took FOREVER to put on and buff off!)

Have a look at the dodo juice range. Very good stuff there and not obscenely priced.
 
Hey chap u live near me give me a shout one weekend come to my workshop and I will show u a few bits I've picked up over the years I am on the detail train most weekends.