If you value keeping your vehicle looking its best while adding some moderate protective benefits, you’ve probably heard of ceramic coating. This is a protective liquid polymer coating that goes beyond wax or other store-bought sealants. Is it really worth the investment though?
For drivers in Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas, our answer is almost always yes. Between the hot and humid summers, pollen, tree sap, and road grime, ceramic coating is going to provide unmatched protection, shine, and ease of maintenance when compared to its alternatives.
Ceramic coating is a highly-durable liquid polymer that can be applied to your vehicle’s paint, wheels, trim, glass and more. It can also be used to protect more than cars – think boats, industrial equipment, and even planes and helicopters. Once it’s cured, it forms a chemical bond to the surface which creates a durable, hydrophobic layer to repel water, dirt, dust, and other contaminants.
In simpler terms, your car will be much easier to clean and shinier than ever. However, a ceramic coating is only as good as the installation and the paint condition prior to applying the coating. That is why at 5 Star Design, we will not apply our ceramic coating packages without properly correcting the paint before application.
At 5 Star Design, we only use proven, tested, high-quality coating systems that are applied under controlled conditions to ensure maximum bonding and performance. Our professional-grade ceramic coatings can last over 3 years when maintained properly. Regular washing and maintenance sprays for your coated vehicle are important to get the most out of your coating. We also recommend keeping your vehicle stored out of direct sunlight in a garage or covered parking to prolong the life of the coating.
When compared to other protective options like store-bought sealants and wax, ceramic coating significantly outperforms the alternatives. Products like wax will only last for weeks at most and can often leave residue on your paint if not applied correctly.
Consider pairing your ceramic coating with your newly vinyl wrapped vehicle or compliment your PPF installation for the strongest combination of durability and protection.
Ceramic coating for most vehicles begins at $999 with our light package. This includes an exterior and interior detail, paint correction and coating applied to all exterior panels, glass surfaces, headlights and taillights.
The final cost of your ceramic coating project is largely influenced by the condition of your paint. In order to ensure the best possible result, we will not apply ceramic coating to your paint unless we have properly corrected it first.
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