Ceramic coating is one of the methods to protect the car exterior from any damages in the long run. However, there has always been a debate on the durability of a ceramic coating. Even the people who have already done the ceramic coating are not sure about the durability of the coating. One of the reasons for such confusion is that the durability of the coating could vary based on how the coating is done and the quality of the ceramic coating used.
Yes, it is true, the durability of a ceramic coating could depend on these two factors and there is no way to bypass it. As far as we know, the ceramic coating is one of the top efficient ways to protect the exterior of the car from fading, scratches, and any other damages. This coating helps to preserve the showroom quality of the paint and exterior.
If you are adamant to know about the maximum durability of a car, you need to read the facts mentioned below. If the conditions match your situation, then we would give you the general durability of car ceramic coating.
- The quality of the coating and preparation is done in the right way
- The automobile is used for at least 5000 to 10000 miles per year
- The condition of the road that you take regularly is not too bad
- You do not use the automobile off-road too much
- The weather conditions in your state are not too harsh
- You wash the car regularly in the right way
- The vehicle is always clean without any debris or dust kept on it for a long time
- The automobile is left covered in the garage and not open
- You use a ceramic coating compatible car wash solution for cleaning
If the conditions mentioned above match your conditions, then we guarantee the ceramic coating to last for maximum 3-years. Remember, the lifespan could decrease if the condition is worse than what is mentioned above.
Ceramic coating an automobile in the right way –
Preparation –
Wash the car
Allow the car to dry
Use clay bar to fix minute issues
Clean the car again
Do a paint job and polishing if they are not satisfactory (get rid of the assumption that ceramic coating could improve the quality of your paint job. The ceramic coating will magnify and amplify all the imperfections of the paint job)
Use IPA to wipe clean the car
Apply the ceramic coating –
Apply drops
Wipe the coating on the car
Wait for 5 minutes
Buff off the residue
Curing process –
Wait for at least 24 to 48-hours for the ceramic coating to bond with your car exterior. Do not expose the car to water or dust for 24 to 48 hours.
Use after spray –
Some of the ceramic coating brands recommend using an after spray on the ceramic coating after the curing period. Read the user guide for more information, most of the products do not recommend this process.
If you follow the above-mentioned process without neglecting any step, then you could enjoy a ceramic coating lifespan between 3 to 4-years.
