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In today’s world, cars and motorcycles are not just luxuries; they are essential for daily life. Proper care and maintenance are crucial to ensure these vehicles remain in excellent condition and always look their best. One of the most effective ways to protect and enhance your vehicle’s appearance is through the use of ceramic coatings.
Ceramic coatings provide a durable, glossy finish that enhances visibility and keeps your car cleaner for longer periods. Unlike traditional sealants and waxes, ceramic coatings offer long-lasting protection and superior results. Our Super Ceramic Coating is a clear, multi-layerable, liquid nano-ceramic coating. Once cured, it transforms into a flexible yet durable glass shield on the surface. This additional clear coat offers three times the hardness and includes self-cleaning properties.
To maximize the benefits of a ceramic coating, it’s important to follow specific maintenance guidelines. However, before diving into these, let’s review the basic principles of car washing to ensure you’re starting with the right foundation.
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WASH YOUR VEHICLE REGULARLY!
Many people believe that with Paint Protection Film or Ceramic Coating, regular washing is unnecessary. This is a misconception. To maintain your vehicle’s pristine condition, regular and proper washing is crucial.
The Two-Bucket Wash Method
The two-bucket method is a tried-and-true technique for car washing and is incredibly easy to follow. Here’s how it works:
- Prepare Two Buckets: One filled with car wash soap solution and the other with clean water.
- Wash a Panel: Use your car wash brush or microfiber mitt to wash a section of your vehicle.
- Rinse the Brush: Before placing your brush back in soapy water, rinse it thoroughly in the clean water bucket to remove any dirt and debris. This prevents transferring dirt back onto your car.
- Repeat: Continue this process until the entire vehicle is clean.
Avoid Washing in Direct Sunlight
Never wash your car in direct sunlight, high temperatures, or when the paint is hot, such as right after driving. The heat causes water to evaporate quickly, which can lead to water spots. Additionally, high temperatures can accelerate the chemical reactions of car wash products, potentially reducing their effectiveness and longevity.
Use Proper Washing Tools
The tools you use for washing your car are just as important as the method. Choose from a variety of car wash brushes or microfiber mitts available on the market. Ensure that your tools are clean and comfortable to handle for the best results.
Importance of Using the Right Car Wash Products
Always use products specifically designed for car washing. Regular soaps or household cleaners can damage your vehicle’s paint and coatings. Dedicated car wash products are formulated to be gentle on your car’s surface while effectively removing dirt and grime. They are readily available in the market and are essential for maintaining your vehicle’s appearance and protection.
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After Washing
After washing your vehicle, you can apply the ceramic coating directly if there are no scratches or swirl marks. If scratches or swirl marks are present, use a scratch remover first, followed by an IPA wipe. Let the surface dry completely before applying the coating.
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Avoid Automatic Washes
If your vehicle has a nano-coating, it’s essential to avoid automatic car washes. These washes use abrasive bristles that can retain scratch-prone contaminants from previous vehicles, leading to micro-marring on your coating, even if it’s “9H” rated. Instead, opt for a touchless car wash method, where only soap and high-pressure water come into contact with your car. This method involves rinsing the car with water, applying a layer of soap, and then washing off the soap with high-pressure streams of water. For the best results and to maintain the integrity of your coating, use this touchless method only once a month.
Tips for Maintaining Your Car’s Coating
To ensure your car’s coating stays in top condition, keep these tips in mind:
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Avoid Parking Under Trees: Parking under trees, especially if they shed, can result in tree sap landing on your freshly washed car. This can ruin the coating.
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Prevent Contaminants: Do not allow bird droppings, sap, or pollen to accumulate on your car. Avoid parking in direct sunlight to minimize exposure to these contaminants.
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Proper Washing Techniques: Always use the proper washing methods mentioned above. Incorrect washing can damage your paint and coating.
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Understand Coating Longevity: Car coatings, including ceramic and nano coatings, are not permanent. They require proper maintenance to ensure long-lasting protection. The strong intermolecular bonding of ceramic coatings means that when dents are repaired, the coating remains intact since it is bonded to the paint. Its flexibility prevents cracking or peeling.
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Regular Maintenance for Nano Coatings: While nano coatings are self-protective, they still need regular maintenance. Do not become complacent just because your car has a nano-coating.
Is it Necessary to Wax Over a Ceramic Coating?
It is unnecessary to apply wax over a ceramic coating. Doing so would be redundant and an unnecessary expense. The primary purpose of a ceramic coating is to protect the clear coat of your car or bike, which is the same function that a wax coating serves. Ceramic coatings provide long-lasting protection and enhance your vehicle’s appearance without the need for additional wax.
NOTE: You need to be extremely cautious about the “ CLEANER WAX.” They have a terrible quality to wipe out the paint of a vehicle completely. Every wax is not created equally. Each one has different attributes, A Carnauba wax, is the most typical and safest wax we can use, A great wax we had used is the Optimum car wax, It’s an easy to use type spray wax, It makes your vehicle shine and give a wet effect.
What Happens to a Ceramic-Coated Car After Its Designated Lifespan?
After a ceramic coating reaches the end of its lifespan, it won’t easily shed away, but you may notice a decrease in surface tension and hydrophobic properties. These changes are typically due to various environmental factors and regular wear. While deep cleaning can help restore some of the coating’s properties, it won’t fully return to its original hydrophobic state.
At this point, reapplying a new layer of ceramic coating is recommended to restore full protection and benefits. Nanocoatings offer numerous advantages, including enhanced durability, UV resistance, and an exceptionally glossy finish. Re-coating your vehicle ensures it continues to look and perform at its best.
- THE VEHICLE IS CLEAR FOR A LONG PERIOD
- THE VEHICLE IS EASY TO WASH AND EASIER TO DRY
- THE VEHICLE DOES NOT NEED TO BE WAXED OR SEALED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
- VEHICLES NEED ONLY SIMPLE CLEANING, LIGHT POLISHING, AND RECOATING EVERY 1 -2 YEARS
Lastly, In a comparison of maintenance of a coated and non-coated car, the coated car requires half the maintenance as to non-coated.
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Conclusion
You might wonder whether ceramic coating is necessary or beneficial for your car and how to maintain it properly. To be precise, ceramic car coating is worth the investment. It’s especially advantageous for high-end or show vehicles when applied professionally.
Ceramic coating may not result in a drastic change or dramatic glow, but it provides a recently waxed look and superior protection. This coating makes your car appear newer, makes dirt fall off more easily, and offers better paint protection than any wax or sealant.
Applying ceramic coating to your car rims and headlights is also essential for complete protection. Many people have successfully applied 9H ceramic coatings themselves by watching online tutorials. So, don’t panic—just ensure you maintain your vehicle properly to get the most out of your ceramic coating.
Absolutely, Sushant! It’s highly recommended to use a car cover after applying the ceramic coating, especially in a dusty area like yours. Covering your vehicle during the first 48 hours is crucial to protect it from dust and sunlight, allowing the coating to cure effectively.
After this initial period, you can use your vehicle as usual, but it’s important to avoid washing it for the next 5 days to ensure the coating fully hardens. This will contribute to the longevity and performance of the ceramic coating.
After Ceramic coating, can I use Car body cover to avoid dust? Is it recommended to use car cover after ceramic coating? I am residing near very dusty area where dust is continuasly flowing in air.
Hi,
It’s generally recommended not to use any polish or wax on a ceramic coated surface. Ceramic coatings create a protective layer that enhances the paint’s shine and durability on its own. Adding additional wax or polish may interfere with the properties of the ceramic coating and could potentially reduce its effectiveness. Stick to routine maintenance with a pH neutral shampoo to preserve the ceramic coating’s benefits.
Hi Sir,
Sorry for the late reply. Yes, you can use any pH neutral shampoo to wash your car after applying ceramic coating. It’s important to avoid harsh chemicals or acidic products, as they can compromise the durability and effectiveness of the ceramic coating. 3M Car Wash Shampoo should be a suitable choice, just make sure it is pH neutral to maintain the integrity of the ceramic coating. Happy car cleaning!
can i use after wash Wavex Carnauba Wax Car Polish on ceramic coating
how can i wash my car after ceramic coating? can i use 3M Car wash Shampoo?
Hello Mastan,
We apologize for the delay in our response. After applying the ceramic coating to your car, it’s important to protect it from dust and sunlight for the next 48 hours. We recommend using a car cover during this period.
Avoid wiping the surface right after applying the ceramic coating, as it requires an undisturbed surface to harden completely.
Hello Prasad, we apologize for the delay in our response. It is not necessary to apply polish before applying ceramic coating to your vehicle. Thoroughly washing and drying your vehicle before application is sufficient. However, if you choose to apply polish, we recommend performing an IPA (isopropyl alcohol) wipe before applying the ceramic coating. Also, make sure to remove any scratches or swirl marks before applying the ceramic coating.
My parking area is dirty and I expect dirt to come over the car in 2 hours of applying ceramic coating. What will happen to that dirt, will it stick with the nano particles? Can I wipe my car daily for 7 days after applying 9H cremic coating to avoid the damage or 2 days cleaning is enough?
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Ceramic coatings are designed to be extremely resilient and durable, providing a protective layer to the underlying material. They can typically withstand common forms of cleaning, including pressure washing, without getting scratched or damaged.
That said, caution should always be used when pressure washing any surface. Too high pressure or the wrong nozzle can potentially cause damage. It’s generally advisable to use a wide-spray pattern and to keep the nozzle at a reasonable distance from the surface to prevent any possible damage.
Does pressure washing affect the ceramic coating layer will it make scratches on ceramic coating during pressure wash?
If you can maintain the bottle airtight, you can use it to add a new layer after a year. If the coating is not in contact with air, it won’t be damaged. If the coating hasn’t crystallised after a year, feel free to use it.
I bought 2 bottles of Super ceramic coating for my Motorcycle. The second one was half used. Will it get spoiled if I do not use it for a long time ?
Wash fortnightly and keep the clean surface clean. 3 layers of coating is recommended, you can use ceramic coating safe polish like Quick Polish to get a instant glossy finish.
I’ve put 9 layers of CERAMIC COAT to my brand new BLACK JEEP COMPASS. However, like to know few tips for maintaining the GLOSS look for longer period.
1. For the best finish, we recommend you machine polish your vehicle from a car washing center or paint shop. If the paint is in good condition and only has a few scratches, you can use our Marine Paste compound.
No, Applying wax doesn’t affect ceramic coating.
Applying wax on a ceramic coated car makes it look glossy but does it impact the ceramic coat itself?
1. How to remove scratches on a ceramic coated car?
2.what polish should be used on a ceramic coated car, as part of maintenance schedule?
It will not repair existing minor scratches and swirl marks. You have to remove any paint defects before ceramic coating. You can use Marine paste swirl and scratch remover to remove existing scratches.
After super ceramic coating it’s also help to prevent from minor scratches and swirls, and also it’s repair minor scratches and swirls, before it applying
Apply the coating under shade, please don’t apply the coating under direct sunlight. You need to allow at least 48 hours of curing time.
2 Layers is recommended on all cars and motorcycles. It will give long lasting protection.
How many layer of coating is required for small cars?
After wash do we have to apply coating under shade or it can be applied under direct sunlight?
Also after his much time we can drive our car so that dust should not stick on surface?
The surface should be dry at the time of ceramic coating. You can do a IPA wipe and wait for 30 minutes before ceramic coating application.
Normally, there’s slight wetness due to humidity at night times. If coating is done and same night the vehicle gets wet due to humidity / fog, will it affect the quality of coating.
Yes, you can use Super Ceramic Coating on every part of the Motorcycle.
I have dominar 400 so can I use super ceramic coating for every part of my bike
You only have to keep away from water for the first 48 hours and heavy rain for the 7 days. You can use car cover to protect from rain after the 48 hours.
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I am planning to buy this .in this rainy season but of rain water hits back of my car . Soo after applying if rain water hits the back side then it will be wasted what to do in such case
Keep the ceramic-coated car away from water at least for the first 48 hours. Park the vehicle in direct sunlight after 12 hours for faster curing. You can use a car cover after 48 hours to protect the car from the rain. Make sure the ceramic coated surface did not come in contact with water for the first 48 hours, after that from our experience it will not cause any problems!!
Hello ,
I just done ceramic coating of my car and right it is in cure . I will not wash my car for 7 days as recommended by dealer but my car parking Is open and it’s a raining season so ceramic coating will get affected by this?
If you want to add a little more glossiness to your motorcycle even after ceramic coating, use our all in one polish. It is ceramic coating safe polish.
Best polish for bullet after every wash for coated bullet?
Ceramic coating is a permanent coating. It will last around 2 years regardless of how much you foam wash your vehicle. Normal washing can’t affect ceramic coating anyways!
A machine polishing will help to remove ceramic coating permanently from any vehicle paint. It is available in most of the car washing centres and all detailing shops. It cost around 1000₹.
How to remove ceramic coating permanently
Suppose i coated my bike with ceramic coating and after some days my bike got dirty becsuse of rain and mud and then i foam washed it as i do it generally. So do i need to do the ceramic coating again after every foam wash?
The ceramic coating will slowly wear away and you’ll be back down to the clear coat. You will get the current clear coat finish after it wears away. You don’t have to remove the existing layer when applying a topup coat. I recommend you apply a layer of Super Ceramic Coating every year.
When recoating the ceramic after 1-2 years will you have to remove the existing layer?
Yes, you can use the ceramic coating on matte paint.
Can I use it on a matte finish??
I applied it on my bike.. but now there are forms many high spots, and tank becomes matte..how to repair it..? Please reply asap
Make sure the surroundings free from dust when applying. After curing, the ceramic coating will not attract dust, it will be easier to clean the dirt and dust after due to the hydrophobic properties.
Is dust affect or stuck in that nano partical permanantly
Use isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe-down to remove wax. It is commonly known as clinical spirit, you can buy it from any nearby medical store. Buy 100% pure IPA and add 30-50% water to it. Then wipe the entire surface remove the wax. Then allow a few hours and apply the coating.
If i have waxed my vehicle, after how many days can I do the coating?
The main purpose of a ceramic coating is to protect the clear coat on your car. Most do that pretty well. The purpose of wax is the same, protecting the clear / paint coat of your car. So, in general, using wax on top of a ceramic coating is simply useless, and therefore a waste of money and time. There is one situation though, where this could make sense. Let me explain. Most waxes, besides protecting the paint on your car, have an added benefit.
They make the car look glossy. Wet. Shiny. Whatever you like to call it. So, if you are like to experience this benefit, you can go ahead and apply wax on top of the ceramic coating.
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