Clearly, manufacturers are producing so many cars that they don’t have time to properly bubble wrap every vehicle for delivery they are focused on speed of delivery not the perfection of the paintwork.
Car paint protection also known as Ceramic Coatings technology has been around for decades, but its use has only recently been made available to the public. It is an easy-to-apply treatment if done by an approved accredited installer that can significantly lengthen the lifespan of any vehicle’s paintwork, as well as making it easier to wash and look after on a day-to-day basis. You’ll need to weigh up whether or not ceramic coating will be worthwhile in your case, but here are some of the benefits it can offer you!
How Does it Work?
What Can Ceramic Coating Do For My Car?
Ceramic coatings have been proven time and time again to be one of, if not the most effective protection method available on the market today. Ceramic coatings does an exceptional job in preventing scratching, swirl marks (which is a common occurrence when washing your car), staining and discoloration while also eliminating water spots and adding an extra layer of UV protection. There are many different types of ceramic coatings but all serve the same purpose; protection from everyday wear and tear that can affect your vehicle’s appearance over time. One thing to keep in mind is that it takes up to 3-4 hours for a ceramic coating to fully cure.
Why Should I Consider Protecting My Car With A Ceramic Coating?
Caring for a vehicle’s paint is just as important as taking care of its engine and mechanical components. Over time, dust, dirt, road salt and even bird droppings will take their toll on a car’s bodywork. Eventually, all that grime can lead to paint defects known as swirl marks. The use of a car wax or sealant will provide some protection but not as much as a ceramic coating which forms an ultra-thin layer over the surface. A ceramic coated car is less likely to be covered in unwanted particles because it does not collect them in layers like other types of paintwork protection products do.
How Much Does Ceramic Coating Cost?
Car paint protection comes in many different forms, but most vehicles will require a car ceramic coating at some point or another. Paint Protection is one of those things that if you do it once, it’s done for life. When you start looking into options for getting your car protected, one of the first questions you’ll be asking yourself is how much does it cost? Ceramic coatings start from around £550 and can go up to £1,500 depending on what type of vehicle you have. However, the price doesn’t just depend on car type, it also depends on what type of protection you want as well as the size and amount of work needed for your car.
How Long Does The Process Take?
It depends on the coating you choose. Titan Zeus is popular and more cost effective. Upon application Zeus forms an incredibly dense silicon carbide reinforced HyperQuartz® membrane which is further reinforced with nanorods, this membrane is highly flexible, hydrophobic and due to its elastomer based components it can self regenerate.
It will take approximately 1-2 days on a new car to apply the coating but once done you can expect it to last up to 8 years. If not properly applied then the effectiveness of your car protection could be diminished. Car protection should be considered when buying a new car as cars depreciate in value by 15% after just three years. Consider how long you are likely to keep the car for and what kind of environment you will be using it in before deciding if car protection is necessary for you.