Keep your car looking new like the day before and provide a well-known protective layer for vehicles – Ceramic Coating is genuinely essential for vehicle paint! In this article, we’ll talk about what Ceramic Coating is, how to apply it, and how long Ceramic Coating lasts!
What is Ceramic Coating?
Ceramic coating is a liquid sacrificial layer applied on the surface of a vehicle to preserve the paint from damage caused by the elements. It is typically used manually and blends with your car’s paint, adding an invisible hydrophobic layer of protection.
Ceramic coatings are made of SiO2 Silicon Dioxide with some from Graphene or Teflon to make it durable protect the paint from UV rays, chemical stains, etching, swirl marks, grime, and bird droppings from appearing on your paintwork and destroying the clear coat.
What are the potential benefits of Ceramic Coating?
Ceramic Coating has plenty of benefits for both used and new cars. So Ceramic Coating is the best option for proper maintenance for vehicles! Here are the outstanding advantages of Ceramic Coating – a paint protection method that has been proven to last years.
Protects Your Paint
Ceramic coating creates a firm, protective surface on the surface of your car, preventing foreign matter from causing damage. It can protect the car’s paint from direct sunlight and harmful UV rays, which can cause fading and oxidation.
Keeps Your Car Cleaner
Because of the hydrophobic properties of ceramic coating, any dirt or debris rolls off the surface rather than becoming trapped within the tiny pockets of your vehicle’s body. Your car stays longer, repels water, and even when it does need to wash, getting all that dirt off takes much less time and effort!
Give the high-gloss shine
Ceramic coating not only protects the surface of your vehicle but also gives a beautiful, candy-like top coat for all to admire. It will bring out the best in your original paint job, restoring your car’s appearance like the new one!
Cost-Effective
One of the great features of ceramic coating is that it is an affordable option for car owners. While the original cost may be higher, the long-term price will be lower because you will not spend as much money cleaning your car so often, thus saving time.
Depending on what type of ceramic coating you obtain, it is essentially a permanent solution, so you won’t have to change it year after year!
How long does Ceramic Coating last?
With proper maintenance, your ceramic coating will be durable from two to five years, depending on the type of Ceramic Coating.
What is the Ceramic Coating process?
The prep work may differ slightly depending on the type of ceramic coating used. The basic procedure will consist of the steps listed below.
Washing
We begin by washing your vehicle with soap and water, and we remove all dirt, dust, and other debris from the surface during this step. Then using the clay bar, include some form of car shampoo, which aids in the removal of small debris and other contaminants that may have remained on your vehicle after the wash.
The clay will enter the paint’s tiny pores, clear any debris, and remove all bonded contaminants.
Polishing
Before applying the ceramic coating, give your car a final polish. Polishing will improve the appearance of the ceramic coating and remove any remaining contaminants. It takes about three to six hours, depending on the condition of your vehicle!
Apply the Coating on the Car
We apply the coating carefully to the surfaces of the paint. It is then leveled and cured to bond to the surface. An application should be made only by a professional detailer.
How to maintain Ceramic Coating?
To keep ceramic coated cars lasting longer, we need to protect the sacrificial layer for the vehicle’s exterior. Here are the five steps to extending the life of your ceramic coating.
Step 1: Use the Two-Bucket Method for Washing
The two-bucket washing method reduces swirl marks and produces the best wash results. The two-bucket wash method involves soaking your wash mitt in one bucket and cleaning the wash mitt in the other after finishing each section of the car.
Step 2: Wash Your Car
Wash your car every two weeks. Washing your vehicle will assist in preventing the excessive buildup of contaminants.
Step 3: Do Not Wash the Vehicle in Direct Sunlight
Direct sunlight generates heat, particularly in dark vehicles, the kryptonite of ceramic coatings. To get the highest performance from your maintenance, wash the car in a shaded area, preferably outside (out of direct sunlight) – better still, give us a call!
Step 4: Use a Safe Car Shampoo
It’s always better to use a professional PH-neutral car shampoo that doesn’t contain any wax or polish – just plain, old car shampoo. When washing, always start at the top and work your way down, rinsing each section as you go.
Step 5: Use Separate Wash Buckets and Mitts for lower areas and Wheels.
Tires and wheels accumulate brake dust and carbon deposits, essentially microscopic metal shavings. You don’t want to wash your ceramic-coated paintwork with a wash mitt containing tiny metallic pieces.
Do we need Paint Correction before applying Ceramic Coating?
Before applying a ceramic coating, our team will assess the level of paint correction needed. Paint correction must be done before coating any vehicles to get the best results of Ceramic Coating. If you skip this step, the ceramic coating will dramatically magnify any imperfections in the paint.
Contact us today for Ceramic Coating services at a minimal price! Our Luxe Detailing Pro team provides professional services around the Anaheim area. Call us at (714) 410-1387 or complete the quote request form on this page to get more information!