Is Ceramic Coating Good for Your Car?
Color is the first thing we notice in a car. Often, we describe cars or their owners by the color of their cars, especially if we are not sure of the car model or license plate. To protect your vehicle's paint and keep it looking after a new paint job or paint correction, we need to ensure that the paint is protected from factors that might cause the paint to fade and wear off. The best way to do this is to apply a layer of ceramic coating over the paint. This creates a protective layer that shields your paint from harsh elements or contaminants that might ruin your paint.
How Ceramic Coating Works
Ceramic coating is primarily used for its protection against weathering elements and its easy-to-clean properties in the automotive industry. Resin, one of the major components of ceramic coating, contains silicone-based polymers such as polydimethylsiloxanes (PDMS). These polymers combine to produce the hard, glossy, and hydrophobic characteristics of ceramic coating. Unfortunately, PDMS on their own have poor adhesion characteristics to paints, metal, wood, and plastic substrates and therefore need a Silane functional group that will react with the surface to form strong covalent bonds, which improve the overall coating adhesion and durability of the coating especially when subjected to rubbing or washing.
These components form a liquid polymer that enables the ceramic coating to bond with the car's paint and creates a permanent or semi-permanent bond that prevents it from being washed away. Ceramic coating is superior to body wax in that the expertly applied ceramic coating will last for longer and without frequent maintenance. In contrast, body wax will require constant re-application every few months.
Ceramic Coating Application
In addition to paint correction and expert detailing services, Sudboss garage LLC specializes in ceramic coating applications unrivaled in Virginia's vehicle detailing market. We use professional-grade equipment combined with best-detailing products to offer quality results.
We take pride in the careful preparation of the car before applying any ceramic coating on the surface and offer the best ceramic coating services in Stanley, VA, and the surrounding area. We provide services that are specifically tailored to meet your ceramic coating needs, and the process involves:
Washing Your Car
We start by cleaning the car surface by hand washing and drying with clean water and the best car care products that don't harm your car paint. This eliminates all the dirt and grime on the surface, including bug splatter and bird droppings, and ensures that cross-contamination between the ceramic coating and unwanted elements is limited. This process is critical as it directly affects the final result.
Decontaminating Your Car Surface
The next step involves using dedicated products to chemically remove iron fillings embedded in the car paint, followed by mechanical removal using clay bars. This prevents any micro scratching and speeds up the removal of the bonded components of the car's surface. Also, using iron remover increases the efficiency of the claying process and yields quality results overall.
Polishing The Paint
After this, we then start preparing the vehicle panels for ceramic coating application. We inspect the prepared surface to ensure that it is free from any contaminants and then polish the paint. This corrects any imperfections on the paint and offers a perfect finish. If the ceramic coating is applied over any scratches, swirls, or dirt, it will lock them under the coating, and you won't be able to remove them without removing the coating.
Ceramic Coating Application
Once the preparation is complete, we apply one layer of Fireball coating to paintwork, lighting, and trim. You have the opportunity to choose between four different packages that offer varied duration of protection to your car depending on your needs. This leaves your car with a clean, glossy finish that protects your car's paintwork and leaves it looking like it did when new.
How Ceramic Coating Protects Your Car's Exterior
Upon application, Ceramic coating covers the car's paint and provides a protective layer against any external damage and impurities. It also shields it from harsh weather conditions that ruin your car's paint quality and look. Sudboss Garage LLC has been in this line of business for over 10 years and specializes in ceramic coating and thorough exterior detailing services that enhance the look of your car's paint as follows:
Protection From UV rays
When your car or truck is constantly exposed to the sun, the paint goes through an oxidation process that results in a faded or dulled paint look, and paint correction will be necessary. Ceramic coating will create a layer that shields your paint from direct sun rays and slows the oxidation process, thus protecting your paint for longer.
Protection From Harsh Chemicals and Other Contaminants
Naturally occurring acidic contaminants also pose a great danger to your car. Then these contaminants mix with rain and fall on your car; they can bond with the paint and cause staining. Ceramic coating creates a chemically resistant surface that prevents acidic contaminants from bonding to the car paint. It also protects the paint from contact with bug splatter, and acidic bird droppings might corrode your paint.
Eases Cleaning and Enhances Gloss
Ceramic coating being hydrophobic ensures that when water hits the surface, it beads and slides off easily, making it easy for you to clean your car or truck. The coating also enhances the paint's reflective properties, hence making it look brighter.
Looking for Exterior Detailing Services? Get in Touch for Ceramic Coating in Stanley VA
At Sudboss Garage LLC, we provide services tailored to meet your desired needs. We combine professional-grade equipment with the best-detailing products to ensure the best results. All our services cater to various cars and trucks, including Tesla vehicles. We welcome you to visit our website and check out our review section. Call (540) 435-3155 to get a free quote or schedule an appointment. You can also stop by at our garage in Page County, Virginia, for professional ceramic coating services and expert hand detailing services in Stanley, VA.
