Everyone wants their vehicle to look as good as it did when they bought it, so they wash their cars carefully and apply wax often. These efforts may be disrupted by swirl marks, chips, and stains. You may even notice water spots, dirt, and grime stuck to the vehicle only a day after a thorough car wash. What if there was a way to maintain your car’s exterior? Ceramic coatings from Official Colorado Detailing protect your car and add substantial value. Let’s evaluate some truths about ceramic coatings.
What is a Ceramic Coating?
A ceramic coating consists of a liquid polymer, which is applied by hand to the exterior of a vehicle. The coat chemically binds to the car’s factory paint, forming a protective layer. Before you install a ceramic coating, consider the coating does not replace paint protection films that offer a more comprehensive form of protection. Rather, it is a premium wax alternative. After the professionals from Official Colorado Detailing apply the coating, it does not wash away or break down easily, meaning your vehicle won’t require reapplication every few months. In fact, most ceramic coatings can last five years or more!
What Does a Ceramic Coating Do?
In short, the ceramic coating offers better protection to the vehicle’s exterior. The coating will keep the car looking new with minimal maintenance, while also making the paint more resilient and easier to clean. Some of the benefits include protection from UV damage, oxidation, chemical stains, and etching. Since the paint is hydrophobic, it is easier to clean. Lastly, the ceramic coating will make the paint pop with a glossy finish, bringing out the reflective characteristics of the vehicle’s paint.
What Will a Ceramic Coating Not Do?
While ceramic coatings can preserve the vehicle’s exterior and lower the maintenance costs, the coating is not a miracle product that will solve all problems. For instance, the coating may not prevent all scratches, swirl marks, or rock chips. Also, water droplets may still bead and remain on the car, causing water spots. When you get the ceramic coating, it does not eliminate the need to wash the exterior. If you drive the vehicle often, it will still get dirty from everyday elements that are unavoidable. The benefit of the coating is that cleaning is easier, and you won’t need to wax the vehicle often.
How Do You Maintain the Ceramic Coating?
A ceramic coating requires minimal maintenance. Water and mild soap will do the trick. Say goodbye to harsh chemicals, clay bars, etc. You can even use glass cleaner or a no-rinse lubricant to maintain the coating efficiently and easily. At Official Colorado Detailing, we provide specialty and ceramic coating installation, maintenance, and warranty to provide the best care for your vehicle.
We believe in finding the right solutions to ensure your vehicle is properly maintained. Our ceramic coating installation will provide the protection the car needs to keep it looking pristine. Visit Official Colorado Detailing today in Fort Collins to see how you can protect your car.