Vehicle has been Ceramic Coated now what??

Congrats !! Your new Ceramic Coating has been applied and your vehicle is looking better than ever. Your coating will take about 2-3 days to cure to its full strength. During that time, some precautions should be taken.

Curing time is 2-3 days depending on environmental conditions such as humidity and temperature. Take special care during this time period. DO NOT WASH for first 10 days. Water is fine but chemicals shouldn’t be applied yet. This new coating will help protect your vehicle but within the curing period try to keep it dry and never let water stay on the vehicle as it could cause water spotting which could still be costly to remove.

During the curing process AVOID:

  • Parking under trees especially if there are shedding. You don’t want tree sap on a fresh coating.

  • Allowing bird droppings, sap or pollen to sit on the car and bake in the sun.

  • Washing or abrading the paint with any kind of chemicals.

If you notice that your car gets water spots, bird droppings, bugs, tree sap, or other contaminants during the first few days, immediately remove it following your detailers care instructions. Keep in mind the coating is still curing. Be gentle when working on the paint.

Car Washing Techniques

  • Wash on a bi-weekly basis to avoid excessive contamination build up.

  • Avoid washing in direct sunlight to minimize streaking and water spotting.

  • Wash from the top down leaving the dirtiest sections for last to avoid cross contamination.

  • Use the “two bucket” method – one bucket for rinsing your sponge/mitt and one for soapy water. Not necessary but helpful to make sure mitts are always clean.

  • Use separate soap and sponge/mitt for wheels.

Drying

  • Always dry completely and never leave to air-dry. Tap water contains minerals that may leave deposits creating water spots.

  • Use quality microfiber towels for best results and avoid aggressive wiping, allowing the material to absorb the water.

Waterspot and dropping Removal

  • Never use aggressive products to polish the coating or remove surface contamination.

  • Never use excessive force to remove water spots.

  • Bird droppings, tar, sap, etc. should be removed as soon as possible to avoid temporary staining or hardening on the coating. Any staining left behind from the bird droppings will break down over a few days without affecting the coating.

Care Tips
After Curing is Complete

Removing Contaminants

Your Ceramic Coating is extremely slick, this means most things will dissolve and be pulled off by the self-cleaning effects of your ceramic coating. Use water or a little vinegar (50/50 with water) to remove bird droppings, bugs, and tree sap. Followed by wiping it off with a soft edge-less microfiber towel.

Washing schedule

For best results the car should be washed on a bi-weekly basis to avoid excessive contamination build-up. Use only recommended mild ph neutral soaps. Avoid high volume brush style car washes, high PH detergent style cleaners, and bug/tar removers. Avoid washing in direct sunlight to minimize streaking and water spotting. Wash from the top down leaving the dirtiest sections for last to avoid cross-contamination. Use separate soap.

Washing methods

Standard home washing

  • Use a foam gun (optimal) or microfiber wash mitt to soap down the car. Rinse it off with a pressure washer (optimal) or hose. Dry with clean microfiber towels.

Spray ‘n wash self car washes

  • Select the high-pressure soap. Soap the car down (never use the provided brushes especially on the paint!). Rinse car off with the high-pressure rinse. Dry with clean microfiber towels.

Car washes

  • Touch-less car washes only. NEVER use a car wash with brushes! NEVER select the “spray wax” option.

Drying

  • Always dry completely and never leave to “air” dry. Tap water contains minerals that may leave deposits creating water spots.

  • Only use quality microfiber towels for best results and avoid aggressive wiping, allowing the material to absorb the water.

Spot Removal

  • Never use aggressive products to polish the coating or remove surface contamination.

  • Never use excessive force to remove spots.

  • Contact detailer for care instructions

After Washing

Do not wax the coating, many products contain solvents and abrasives which can damage the coating. Contact detailer who installed coating for care instructions.

Automated Washing

Always go to a touch-free wash! Using an automated car wash with brushes will void any warranty the coating as they use super harsh chemicals and brushes may scratch coating.

Annual Inspections

Annual Inspections are the required process for ensuring the coating is maintained and care for the vehicle is properly executed. Annual inspections should be carried out by an approved applicator within 30 days before the anniversary date of the last service to ensure peak performance and warranty validity. Although durable and long-lasting, annual inspections ensure maximum gloss and protection from your ceramic coating.