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What Does a Ceramic Coating do for your car?

Dec 14, 2020

What Does a Coating of Ceramic do for Cars?

The leaders in the ceramic coating industry, Ceramic Pro, provide so much excellent information about how ceramic coating technology works. Below is an excellent discussion from Ceramic Pro about what does ceramic coating do and what does ceramic coating not do. This answers several questions about what you can expect from your ceramic coating on your vehicle. American Dent Specialists is Houston's best Ceramic Pro installation shop! Our ceramic coatings expert, Jason Cates, has years of experience in auto detailing and ceramic coatings. He has closely watched the ceramics industry since its inception and has learned the ins and outs of what separates a quality ceramic coating installation from a bad one.


Ceramic Pro coating is becoming popular because of its incredible capabilities. Here is what ceramic coating can do:


Ceramic Coating is Hydrophobic

Now, what does this mean? This means that the ceramic coating is extremely water repellent. You have probably been stunned by the videos of this online, as it’s usually the first demonstration of what Nano ceramic coating can do.

Once it’s cured, the Ceramic Pro coating causes water to bead on the surface of your car and completely slide off. The extra layer of protection prevents water, dirt, and mud from bonding to your vehicle’s paint which makes cleaning your car much easier.


An Automotive SiO2 Coating is Mud and Dirt Repellent

If you experience a lot of ice and snow where you live, Nano ceramic coating can do wonders for you! Snow and ice will not stick to the surface of your car because of the extra layer protection. Rain and water bead on the surface and mud will also slide off.


A Quartz or SiO2 Ceramic Coating Protects from UV Damage and Oxidation

Ultraviolet rays cause paint to oxidize, which means that the chemicals in your paint have started to break down and dry out. Over time, cars that are frequently exposed to the sun will start to see the paint fade and look dull. Not only will the paint not look as vibrant, but it will eventually start to deteriorate. Nano ceramic coating provides extra protection against UV rays, which means that your paint will continue to shine.


Ceramic Coatings Improves Durability

A ceramic coating for cars bonds with the molecular structure of your cars paint. This means that it works much harder at protecting your surface than just an ordinary paint job. Plus, it lasts for years!


What does ceramic coating not do?

Ceramic coating a car does have a lot of benefits, but it does not make your car bulletproof. Just because your car has undergone the ceramic coating treatment does not mean that you no longer need to maintain it properly. It just makes maintenance easier! Let’s break down some of the misconceptions surrounding ceramic coating.


First, ceramic coatings are NOT scratch proof. A lot of companies will exaggerate claims that ceramic coatings are scratch resistant, but this is not true. Ceramic coatings will provide paint protection but are NOT resistant to rock chips and major scratches. 


Second, nano coatings do not make your car maintenance free. The reality is that your car will get dirty no matter what. You will still need to wash and maintain your car, but the coating will heavily cut down the amount of time you spend on it. It does reduce the need for waxing, which will end up saving you money.


Ceramic coating is not permanent. A good ceramic coating and proper application will last you a few years.


Lastly, ceramic paint coatings will not provide gloss. If your paint is faded before you apply the car ceramic coating, your paint will still be faded after. The prep work done before application is crucial to the appearance of your vehicle. Any damage on the surface of your car will be locking under the ceramic coating if they are not removed first.


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