Ceramic Car Coating: Post Care Guide

If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you just recently got yourself a nice new paint-protecting layer on your car. Well, that’s great news! Ceramic car coatings are an amazing way to keep your car protected from small chips, streaks, scrapes, and grime build up among other things.
 
For locals, ceramic paint protection in Brisbane is one sure-fire way to protect your car from the harsh Australian elements. However, ceramic coatings aren’t fool proof. They need care and maintenance just like everything else, but just what does this entail? So, let’s take the time to break down what ceramic paint coatings are exactly, and how you should maintain yours for best results!

WHAT ARE CERAMIC COATINGS? 
 Ceramic coating is a polymer mixture that is generally applied by hand during a full car detail--if requested. This polymer blend is made of ultra-durable compounds that are designed to harden quickly and dry completely transparent. This provides an extra layer of hard exterior protection for your car without sacrificing the beauty and vibrancy of your car’s paint job.
 
​As you likely already know, ceramic coatings are designed to protect against everyday wear and tear. They protect against minor chips, scratches, dents, and grime build up. They are hydrophobic and can even help keep your car looking cleaner for longer. This is all pretty great! So, how do you care for it in the long run?

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR CERAMIC PAINT COATING: 
Let’s go over a few things you should and shouldn’t be doing when caring for your car’s ceramic coating.

First and foremost, let’s talk about what not to to:

• Don’t use abrasive materials on your car’s new coating. This means that you should avoid polishing the car at all costs. Only allow a trained detailing professional to touch-up your vehicle’s paint when needed.

 

• Don’t allow harsh compounds to sit on the surface of your vehicle for longer than necessary. This includes bird droppings and other such natural compounds. Always try to spot clean your coating whenever you notice an issue [link to keeping car cleaner for longer blog]

 

• Don’t use automatic car washing facilities as they can often employ very harsh methods of cleaning the vehicle. This can strip away the ceramic coating over time.

Now, let’s talk about what you should be doing:

• Wash your car gently by hand regularly. This means using only water unless otherwise necessary, and using very gentle washing methods and microfibre washing cloths.

 

• Try to wash your vehicle at least once every two weeks or once a month if you are not using it very often. This will keep the coat free from build-up and prevent anything from settling in and causing underlying damage.

 

• When using soaps on the car, make sure it is completely pH neutral. Anything too acidic or alkaline can be bad for the ceramic paint coating.

 

• Always dry your car immediately after washing it. Using a microfibre towel, remove all the standing liquid until the car surface is dry to the touch. This prevents minerals in the water from adhering to the coating and causing long term damage over time.

 

• As often as you can, try to have your car detailed by our professionals. This will ensure longevity and protect your investment!

WHAT IS THERE TO KNOW ABOUT CERAMIC COATINGS?
 
When you sign up to have a ceramic paint coating applied to your vehicle, you are making a great choice. However, you should still be fully educated about that choice in order to best understand what you are getting. There are a lot of myths and misguided notions about ceramic paint coatings floating around, and it’s important to be able to identify them.
 
First and foremost, ceramic paint coatings are not invincible. They can be chipped, scuffed, scratched, and soiled. So, what’s the point of them you ask? Well, it’s much harder to damage a ceramic paint coating than it is to damage the original paint itself.
 
Think of ceramic paint coatings in the same way you think of your mobile screen protector. They are there as the first line of defence. However, that doesn’t mean you should be taking your keys to it. You are still going to need to practice general car care and maintenance regularly in order to keep it looking fresh.
 
It’s also good to note that ceramic paint coatings boost the physical appearance of your vehicle. They are extra glossy and apply a diamond like sheen to your paint in a way unlike anything you could imagine before seeing it. Cars with ceramic paint coatings sparkle in the sunlight and look brilliant for years to come.
 
Ceramic paint coatings are designed to prevent fading of colour, general damage, and otherwise normal issues that occur with paint overtime. That is what you should ultimately take away from reading this. They are a great investment for your car--provided you take the time to care for them properly as well.
 
LET THE PROS HANDLE IT!
 
If you haven’t already, then you should definitely consider getting some fresh ceramic paint protection in Brisbane. Contact Fully Slick Mobile Detailing, and get that vehicle the right paint protection option to keep it looking vibrant.