Switching gears and getting away from the interior of your car for a bit. Over the last 10 years ceramic coatings have gained popularity especially the last few years with Dealerships offering them. 

  In recent years, ceramic coating has become the hottest thing in car care. Taking your car to a local professional detailer who does ceramic coating might be overwhelming with the all the information and the by just how much it costs. A quality professional grade coating could cost close to $1,000 (or more!) depending on how much additional work has to be done to get your car ready for ceramic coating.

  Are ceramic coatings worth the money? Do they offer significant benefits over traditional wax or other sealants? I hope this article will help you answer those questions.

Ceramic Coatings . Glass Coatings . Nano Coatings . Polymer Ceramic

  Like many things automotive, the auto detailing world is no stranger to confusing us the installers and you the consumer. It's all about the next big thing, marketing and making money. And with more and more people wanting to take care of there vehicles for the long haul, we have more options than ever.

  Again, there is a lot to talk about so I may be breaking this up into a few different parts.

Article Credit: Jason Siu, autoguide.com, 10/28/2020

   Primarily composed of silica and titanium dioxide, these two substances together form a covalent bond that is hydrophobic in nature and forms a nano-ceramic shield above the vehicle’s clear coat. Nano coatings are highly-concentrated formulas that utilize nano technology to fill minor cracks or imperfections, creating a flat and hard layer of protection. 

  As you read and find information in regards to ceramic coatings one thing you will find is that most companies boast a 9H ceramic coating.  9H is the highest on the pencil scale of hardness and is  hard as a solid quartz crystal. The pencil scale of hardness is used for ceramic coating to signify how “hard” the coating is once it’s cured. The scale ranges from 0 to 9, and the “H” indicates the hardness of that grade.

  In a way, you can look at ceramic coating as a much more premium alternative to wax, but it’s more than just that. The protective layer it forms is extremely hydrophobic, helping keep water off your car’s surface. It also serves as a protective barrier from the sun’s harmful UV rays, oxidation, and other contaminants that may stick to your car’s clear coat or paint.

  Nano ceramic coatings also have the benefit of offering some level of scratch protection. Since it’s forming a hard shell on the surface of your vehicle, the probability of getting light scratches does decrease.

  In summary, ceramic coating creates a barrier on your vehicle, reducing the chances that it’s damaged by the environment or even accidental scratches. That means your car’s finish stays looking new and with less maintenance.

  This is a small window into the beginning of Ceramic Coatings. Next we will dive into the cost of this service if you are visiting a professional detail shop, what is being offered and why the high price.  And also talk about the difference between consumer grades anyone can find on the internet in sites like Amazon and Ebay and ones that only us Professional shops are certified to use.

Thank you for following along!

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