Pittsburgh Ceramic Coating Services

Have you ever used a non-stick cooking pan in the kitchen? Well, the technology implanted into these daily cooking pieces is a bit different but is, in effect, the same notion. A ceramic coated pan is implanted with a microscopic layer of protection that prevents food from sticking to it while you’re cooking. A ceramic coating for your vehicle’s paint performs in a similar fashion. It’s the second layer of skin that protects the clear coat of your vehicle’s paint.

Automotive ceramic coating employs nanotechnology, with molecules so small that they’re invisible to the human eye. When it’s applied to a vehicle’s surface, it’s implanted onto the clear coat of the paint and fills all the microscopic pores, peaks, and valleys in the paint. This delivers a totally smooth and even layer of protection that makes the surface exceptionally water-resistant (or hydrophobic – “tending to repel or fail to mix with water”), Increased Resistance to Scratches, chemicals, UV light, road grime, bug splatters, bird droppings, and more. Moreover, since this protection is so hard when it cures, it actually helps to reduce swirl marks – which improves the surface appearance for years.

Benefits of Ceramic Coatings

  • Protection from harmful UV rays
  • Long-lasting
  • Protection from chemical stains and etching
  • Repels rain, mud and dirt
  • Ease of cleaning
  • Candy-like gloss finish
  • Protection from harmful UV rays
  • Long-lasting
  • Protection from chemical stains and etching
  • Repels rain, mud and dirt
  • Ease of cleaning
  • Candy-like gloss finish

2 YEAR
CERAMIC COATING

Starting at $299

Suggested for leased and dark colored daily used vehicles that go through automated car washes

  • Clean wheels and rims
  • Decontaminate the painted surfaces
  • Hand wash exterior
  • Clay bar all painted surfaces
  • Dry the exterior and door jams thoroughly
  • Inspect exterior for car wash scratches and scrapes
  • Polish exterior or paint correct (additional fee may apply)
  • Wipe down exterior with a ceramic surface prep
  • Apply 9H coating to wheels, plastic trim, windows, headlights, taillights and all painted surfaces.

5 YEAR
CERAMIC COATING

Starting at $699

Suggested for all vehicles that use automated car washes sporadically

  • Clean wheels and rims
  • Decontaminate the painted surfaces
  • Hand wash exterior
  • Clay bar all painted surfaces
  • Dry the exterior and door jams thoroughly
  • Inspect exterior for car wash scratches and scrapes
  • Polish exterior or paint correct (additional fee may apply)
  • Wipe down exterior with a ceramic surface prep
  • Apply 2 9H coatings to wheels, plastic trim, windows, headlights, taillights and all painted surfaces.

8+ YEAR
GRAPHINE CERAMIC COATING

Starting at $899

Suggested for all color vehicles that rarely use automated car washes

  • Clean wheels and rims
  • Decontaminate the painted surfaces
  • Hand wash exterior
  • Clay bar all painted surfaces
  • Dry the exterior and door jams thoroughly
  • Inspect exterior for car wash scratches and scrapes
  • Polish exterior or paint correct (additional fee may apply)
  • Wipe down exterior with a ceramic surface prep
  • Apply 2 9H coatings to wheels, plastic trim, windows, headlights, taillights and all painted surfaces.

Paint correction involves either a 1 step or multi-step polishing to remove swirls or webbing. The detailer will be leveling the paint to the depth of the scratch or swirl before applying a ceramic coating. Paint correction must before coating any vehicle to get the best results .

A ceramic coating is highly beneficial for your car, as it provides light protection as well as a permanent candy-gloss shine. However, you should never DIY a ceramic coating since it requires a reasonably skilled professional to apply correctly.

A car can even keep that amazing showroom shine without ever needing to use wax. How long does Graphine Ceramic Coating last? Your coating should last 2, 5 or 8+ years with proper care and maintenance.

Maintaining a wash routine that consists of a proper hand wash at least every two weeks is recommended as coating becomes covered with dirt and contamination, hydrophobic properties decrease (i.e., water beading & sheeting). It is essential to remove these surface contaminants often.

For best results, wash ceramic coated cars with a pH-neutral automotive-specific shampoo containing no wax and ultra-suds producing. So, if you’re going to wash your coated vehicle yourself, make sure to use a high-quality car wash soap.