There’s nothing better than driving a spotless car. When you walk up to your vehicle, you see it sparkling in the sunlight, and you can’t wait to get behind the wheel. A trip around the city in such a perfectly clean car will give every driver great pleasure! Of course, time takes its toll, and drivers must take the necessary steps to prevent serious and irreversible damage. This is one of the reasons why so many car owners choose a ceramic coating as one of their automotive care products.

Ceramic Coating: Does it Work?

In many cases, ceramic paint coating justifies its price. It provides excellent protection from dirt and minor scratches and makes car care easier. However, the coating is not suitable for every car or owner. It all depends on how you use and care for it. Let’s take a closer look at the pros and cons of ceramic coating. And check our article Is Ceramic Coating Worth It?

What is Ceramic Coating?

A ceramic coating is a liquid polymer applied by hand to the exterior surface of your vehicle. In its basic form, a ceramic coating creates a semi-permanent bond with your car’s paint that won’t wash off or deteriorate for at least a few years. The protection provided to your car’s paint ensures that it is protected from chemical stains, etching, oxidation and damage from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. It also makes your car easier to care for and gives it a shine that lasts much longer than traditional waxes or sealants.

Ceramic Coating Advantages & Benefits

An Extra Layer of Protection for Your Vehicle

One of the main advantages of a ceramic coating is that it provides an extra layer of protection for your car’s paint. This additional layer helps to protect your paint from staining, etching and fading. It also makes it easier to wash off dirt and grime and more resistant to UV rays.

Your Car Will Be More Durable. 

A ceramic coating makes your car more durable by creating a harder surface that is less likely to be damaged by scratches or other forms of wear and tear. The coating also makes it more resistant to UV rays, which can cause the paint to fade over time.

Ceramic Coating Repels Dirt and Mud

Another advantage of a ceramic coating is that it repels dirt and mud. This means that your car will be easier to keep clean, and you won’t have to worry about washing it as often. The coats also make it more resistant to chemical staining, so you’ll be less likely to use harsh cleaners on your car’s paint.

Your Car Will Be Easier to Clean

A ceramic coating makes your car’s paint more resistant to staining and easier to clean. You’ll be able to wash off dirt and grime easily, and you won’t have to worry about using harsh cleaners on your car’s paint. The coating also makes it more resistant to UV rays, which can cause the paint to fade over time.

No More Waxing Your Vehicle

Another advantage of a ceramic coating is that you won’t have to wax your vehicle. Waxing is a necessary step in protecting your car’s paint, but it can be a hassle. You can simply wash your car with a ceramic coating and enjoy the gloss and shine.

It’s Cost-Effective

A ceramic coating investment will save you money in the long run. The initial cost of an automobile detailing company may be higher than traditional waxes or sealants, but you’ll save money on car care products and won’t have to worry about waxing your car as often. More about ceramic coating cost you can read here.

Things That Ceramic Coating Can Not Do

Think of ceramic coating bonds as ultra wax but still a better alternative to waxing. If synthetic sealants are a huge step up from naturally occurring carnauba waxes, then ceramics are an even bigger leap. They are more durable and have terrific hydrophobicity. Water forms beads on a perfectly waxed car, but some ceramics are so water-repellent that water droplets get sucked underneath, creating little ball bearings that roll right off the car. These droplets tend to trap dirt and oils as they roll off, which means that a ceramic-coated car can be washed every time it rains. And when you do take the time to wash your ceramic-coated vehicle with soap and water, dirt and debris will be much easier to remove.

Eliminate the danger of scratches, swirl marks or stone chips

The scratch resistance of a ceramic coating is often exaggerated. Although some minor scratches can be repelled by a ceramic coating (as we described above), a coated car will not be completely protected from the risk of stone chips or scratches in the parking lot. In addition, improper car washing methods or automatic car washes will still create swirl marks on the surface of your car. It is important to know that a ceramic coating does not replace more serious scratch and chip protection (such as Paint Protection Film, also known as Clear Bra) and does not eliminate the need to wash your car properly to avoid swirl marks.

Eliminating the risk of water stains

A normal drop of water contains a certain amount of dirt or minerals. The minerals stay behind when water evaporates on a vehicle’s surface, forming visible stains. Repair technicians and consumers may assume that the hydrophobic properties of a ceramic coating eliminate water stains as water slides off the surface of the coating. While it is true that some water will be repelled from the hydrophobic surface, other water droplets will collect and remain on the vehicle, creating the possibility of water stains.

Eliminating the need for a wash

Note, above we said that a ceramic coating keeps your car like new with relatively minimal maintenance, not no maintenance at all. Let’s face it. A road is a dirty place. If you drive your car, will it get dirty? Even with a ceramic coating, you still have to wash your car regularly to keep it looking good. The advantage of ceramic coating is that the cleaning process will be easier. Moreover, having a ceramic coating means you no longer have to wax the car every few months, eliminating a significant part of car appearance maintenance. So, having a ceramic coating doesn’t make your car maintenance-free, but it means you can maintain better results with less labour.

If you have other questions about ceramic coatings, visit our frequently asked questions page.

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