Ceramic Coating Columbia, SC
Professional use automotive ceramic coating is a sealant that is made of a chemical polymer solution that is typically applied by hand in small sections at a time before the product is flashed and removed. It is designed to chemically bond and adhere with the surface to which it is applied, to protect that surface from damage.
Our ceramic coating can be applied to paintwork, wheels, trim, plastic, chrome, and glass. A ceramic coating typically has a useful lifespan of about one to seven years depending on prep taken before application, products used, the number of layers applied, and maintenance after application. The packages for our ceramic coatings are designed to fit any budget for lasting protection.
Due to the chemical bond a ceramic coating creates, the applied surface is kept in a protected condition with the sacrificial layer of ceramic coating. this tends to give the applied surface a "glossy" finish as the pores of the applied surface are filled with ceramic coating. This offers protection from UV, scratch resistance, chemical staining, and easier cleaning!
Our ceramic coating can be applied to paintwork, wheels, trim, plastic, chrome, and glass. A ceramic coating typically has a useful lifespan of about one to seven years depending on prep taken before application, products used, the number of layers applied, and maintenance after application. The packages for our ceramic coatings are designed to fit any budget for lasting protection.
Due to the chemical bond a ceramic coating creates, the applied surface is kept in a protected condition with the sacrificial layer of ceramic coating. this tends to give the applied surface a "glossy" finish as the pores of the applied surface are filled with ceramic coating. This offers protection from UV, scratch resistance, chemical staining, and easier cleaning!
Benefits of a ceramic coatingIt is a common misconception that a ceramic coating is an alternative to PPF (Paint Protection Film). However, a ceramic coating is more akin to being an alternative to traditional waxes or sealants. The main purpose of a coating, wax, or sealant is to prevent stains, dirt, grime, and grease from adhering to a vehicle's exterior, as well as improve gloss and hydrophobic properties.
A ceramic coating is very resilient for protecting a vehicle's exterior. It is semi-permanent and makes cleaning easier than if it were not applied. Typically lasting between 6 months and 7 or more years, ceramic coatings offer better protection properties for longer than traditional carnauba wax, which is recommended monthly. Other than the obvious reasons that someone would want to apply a ceramic coating to their car, here are some examples below: Resistance to UV Rays It's easy to see the effect that the sun can have on surfaces that are subjected to its rays every day. They begin to lose color, oxidize, and gain a dull appearance. If you park your vehicle in direct sunlight, your vehicle is taking a beating every day. A ceramic coating forms a sacrificial layer over the vehicle's surfaces to absorb and protect the substrate it is applied to, effectively locking it in for years of protection. Resistance to chemical staining Acid rain, brake dust, and hard water are all detrimental to a perfect finish. They will imbed themselves into the paintwork and can cause permanent etching that cannot always be removed by the use of a machine polisher. A ceramic coating helps to resist etching, and if etching does occur, the ceramic coating can be polished out instead of having to remove the clear coat during polishing. Scratch Resistance Most car pro ceramic coating companies offer coatings with a 9h hardness, which effectively becomes a scratch-resistant layer on a vehicle's substrates. The coating takes a beating, not the paint! Easier cleaning / safer washing Car washing can be a major pain for most people. If a vehicle is not properly coated in some sort of sealant, the car washing process takes more time due to the water's easier ability to adhere. Along with the hydrophobic benefits, the actual surface that a ceramic coating is applied to benefits from light scratch protection due to the coating acting as a sacrificial layer. Drying the vehicle afterward is also much easier, as most of the water will roll off during the wash process. 80% of what is remaining can be blown away with a blower. Insane levels of gloss Along with all of the great protection benefits that come along with a ceramic coating, much like a paint protection film, the coating will give the paintwork a deep and glossy look. In most cases, it appears "better than new". The ceramic coating does this by actually filling in the pores of the vehicle's painted surfaces and causing surfaces to visibly look more "slick". |
How a ceramic coating is applied:Our process involves a deep cleaning wash process before carrying out a complete decontamination of all exterior surfaces, as well as paint correction, utilizing as many as seven steps at your desired budget/level of "perfection" to completely prep your vehicle. After the desired paint correction has been completed, the vehicle is wiped with an alcohol-based cleaner to completely remove wax and polish before the ceramic coating is applied.
This is the most important aspect of a ceramic coating, as an improperly prepped surface will cause the coating to not properly adhere and, inherently, not last as long. After that, the coating is applied in 2x2 sections and monitored for its adhesion to the surface. The surface is then carefully leveled to keep the coating from having "high spots" that will appear as smears that will have to be compounded and, in some cases, wet sanded. Depending on the number of coats, a ceramic coating can last up to seven years! Although the cost of entry for a ceramic coating is higher than the entry-level "buff and wax", it is not without the numerous benefits and value that it brings to the owner of a vehicle that is coated in a ceramic coating. Once a vehicle is ceramic coated, the first thing you will notice is the incredible level of gloss and depth on painted surfaces and wheels. The incredible hydrophobic properties cause water to bead very small and simply roll off the surface. Trim that has properly been coated will be more matte in appearance but with increased darkness in color. The next benefit noted is the hydrophobic properties that a ceramic coating adds to the surfaces it is applied to. When the coating is applied, it creates a contact angle of 110 degrees, effectively minimizing the ability for water to cling to the surface and causing it to bead up very small and roll right off of vertical angles. This helps to keep your vehicle much cleaner during the time in between washes and causes dirt to mostly emulsify before actually applying pressure to the paint. Si02 based spray sealants are another mild form of a "ceramic coating", offering 3-6 months' worth of protection, compared to the traditional coating, which typically lasts between 1–7 years based on the product and layers applied. Although not lasting nearly as long as a traditional ceramic coating that is applied by hand, it still has some of the same properties once applied. Increased gloss, hydrophobic properties, scratch resistance, and UV protection can all benefit as well. Because of these great products that are easily available on the market, our shop only uses ceramic or silica-based products over traditional wax as they offer better properties and tend to last much longer. Enjoy a cleaner car that stays cleaner longer! 
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