January 19, 2020
The Truth about Ceramic Coatings for cars. With today’s advancements in automotive protections, ceramic coatings have become very popular. This new technology itself isn’t exactly new to the industry, but more to our current Western Culture. There are a few USA based companies that manufacturing ceramic coatings, but many still come from our distant Asian and European counterparts. In these parts of the world, they don’t always have the quick express tunnel wash setups like you find here in the USA. Consumers needed a product that could help maintain the glossy finish and integrity of their new cars’ paint for as long as possible. Along comes a superior product called ‘Ceramic Coating for cars’. Most commercial grade ceramic coating products include a silicon base for the hardening agent. This special hardening agent helps the product bond super tight to the clearcoat. The auto industry rates this hardness level from a 2H to a 10H. The higher the number, the harder it bonds to your clear coat. The harder the bond, the tighter it attaches to the paint and the longer it lasts. What are some of the Pros (benefits) of a ceramic coating? Great questions! A professional grade ceramic coating will contain the following key benefits: scratch resistant properties, resistant to bugs, road grime, and road salt, a super slick and glossy, three-dimensional reflection, longevity generally ranges from 2 to 5+ years. Dirt and grime will no longer cling to your paint, Your paint will stay cleaner and glossy much longer, and maintenance washes are also an absolute breeze! Using a wash designed for ceramic coatings is always recommended and these can come in many forms… traditional bucket and water style wash to a quick detail spray style wash. Once every six months, it is recommended that you have a ceramic coating booster applied. This helps regenerate the outer elements of our ceramic coating and also adds additional hydrophobic properties. By maintaining your ceramic coating (washing once every other week, and applying a booster every six months) you can easily extend the longevity of your coating. Another Pro is, you will no longer need to wax your car… the coating will take care of the bead and protection that you seek! So what are the Cons? Honestly, there really aren’t any. Sure, professional installed ceramic coatings require a little upfront investment, but in the long-run, it will not only save you money, but it will also add additional value to your car and save you a lot of time in future maintenance. Now you know the truth about ceramic coatings for cars. Have some more questions? Please reach out to our team. We will be more than happy to help you! Contact us today…