Paint Ceramic Coatings: Pros and Cons
What is Ceramic Coating and why should I have one installed? A Ceramic Coating is a semi permanent sacrificial layer of protection. It is 100 times thicker than wax and is applied over your car’s clearcoat. A Coating forms bonds by nanotechnology, the particles are very fine and form a nano web, making the surface hydrophobic (water-repellent), but also resistant to UV, chemicals.
The paint surface needs to be in it's best condition before coating. Paint Correction and prep will add several hundred dollars more at a bare minimum to correct haze or swirl marks, which will be “locked” under the coating if they’re not removed first.
The nano ceramic process typically takes anywhere between 1-5 days depending on the condition of your paint, the size of the vehicle and the package you select.
A Ceramic Coating does not make your car bulletproof, end rock chips, prevent water spots, or prevent dents. The vehicle must be maintained by washing to remove sap and bird droppings. Our Coatings are rated 9H on the pencil scale. Although this is the highest possible scratch resistance, a Coating is not thick or flexible enough to absorb the impact of a rock hitting your paint at highway speed or to resist against to scratches on your vehicle. A Coating can be polished to correct minor micromarring on the surface.
Pros
5 Year Hydrophobic Protection Mud & Dirt Repellent Protection from UV Damage Improved Durabilityand Shine |
Cons
Not Scratch Proof from Washing or Bushes, etc! Regular Maintenance Required Should notify body shop of installation prior to repair Higher Installation Costs compared to Sealants |
Should you get a Ceramic Coating? Yes!
A Ceramic Coating will keep your car looking freshly waxed for years, allow dirt to fall off easily and does a better job of protecting paint than any wax or sealant. Having a Ceramic Coating installed on your rims, plastic headlights will make them easier to clean and also be UV protected.
All Coatings are estimated based on vehicle condition, stop by and let's talk about your total protection!
A Ceramic Coating will keep your car looking freshly waxed for years, allow dirt to fall off easily and does a better job of protecting paint than any wax or sealant. Having a Ceramic Coating installed on your rims, plastic headlights will make them easier to clean and also be UV protected.
All Coatings are estimated based on vehicle condition, stop by and let's talk about your total protection!