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It's tricky to keep your car's paint in good shape and it can be pricey to do this, but it's a worthwhile investment when it comes to the overall look and appearance of the car. Many products have hit the market in recent years that claim to be the best and can keep your paint of your car in tip-top shape.

And one that has really been in the forefront of all of this and I would say the last ten years or so, has been ceramic coating. We'll discuss ceramic coatings and when they are worth the cost. During the last few years, ceramic coatings have grown in popularity, providing some of the best paint protection available.

The technology is being marketed almost everywhere, from your local detailing shop to car YouTube channels, and everywhere in between. Almost everyone swears by this stuff. Most people are put off with the price when they first see it. Let's start with understanding what ceramic coating actually is. A ceramic coating is generally known as a nano coating and contains the main component silicon dioxide, or in many instances, silicon carbide.

It will come in a liquid form which allows it to be put on to a car or truck and fully protect vehicle's finish.

When the coating hardens, the Silicon dioxide and other characteristics of the coating combine to produce an additional protective layer that repels water and provides some protection from the sun's UV rays and other such things. For the longest time, wax dominated the car detailing and paint protection industries. From using animal fats in the late 1800s and early 1900s to spruce up those old horse carriages, the industry experimented with plant-based alternatives that quickly became more widely accepted. Throughout the 1900s, several waxes were used to detail cars and give them that beautiful glossy sheen that their owners desired.

If you wanted to keep your paint looking good, repel water and add just that good little bit of layer of protection, adding a good layer of wax was your solution.

The 360 Products line of products (found within ADSO stores) uses nano-ceramic technology to help protect the painted surfaces of your car against scratches and other damage. Due to this, everything changed. But like, why?

What made this product so revolutionary? How did car wax differ from ceramic coatings and why did it cost so much? The biggest difference between wax and ceramic coatings is their longevity. Generally, a wax will last between three and six weeks before a reapplication is necessary. For ceramics, the lifespan is usually two to five years depending on the quality of the product and the application.

It's better to use ceramic coating because it protects against read more UV rays and other things that can damage your paint.

People have shown that they can just rinse off their vehicles after pouring mud on them, and this has been demonstrated time and time again, so I'm not going to tell you how great it is. Many times people overhype things a little bit. It is my understanding that some detailers and people who promote ceramic coating tend to stretch the truth just a bit because it is so popular. Meaning there are some common misconceptions about the product and ceramic coating.

It does not eliminate or prevent water spots. I'm sorry, it's the truth, although it does help. Using a ceramic coating that has hydrophobic characteristics, water and moisture droplets may flow off the surface much more easily, which is why water spots are less likely to appear. As a result of the hydrophobic properties of the ceramic coating, it allows water and droplets to run off easier, which explains why you see it in the videos. Ceramic coatings don't protect against rock chips or scratches.

In spite of its ability to protect against light scratches, I wouldn't think it is an all-in-one scratch proof solution. Think about getting some protective film or a Clear Bra for something like that. Finally, it's not costly as you might think.

Ceramic coatings were expensive when they first came out, possibly up to $1500 a pop Having said that, now you can have your car professionally ceramic coated for only under $700 by a professional detailer.

In most cases, when you receive a quote to have your car coated, you might have to have your car's paint corrected first. This is where the extra cost comes from. Also you can just get yourself a container in the items and diy, learn the process, possibly mess it a couple of times.

In general, when something new like ceramic coating is introduced it costs quite a bit initially, and then eventually the price will come down over time, that's how it is. It is important to note that part of the cost of ceramic coating your car is paying someone to do the application for you. Let's face it, it has to be worth it for you and your car.

The paint on your car should absolutely be protected if it has a really nice paint job. Spend a few hundred dollars on a ceramic coating for your car. The coating process is not restricted to just your car. One of the most popular types of wheel coatings today is ceramic coatings. As a result, we've begun offering it as an add-on option when you check out. This way, we can coat your tires before you head out of the door. ( you will see how much easier it is to clean them afterwards)

But that's not all either, we've seen people get things like their seats and other interior parts ceramic coated, a bunch of things that they just don't wanna have to worry about scrubbing down to really get all the dirt off, it just makes the whole process so much easier.

So, if that is something that you find valuable, then by all means, go for it. Honestly, the technology of ceramic coating has helped a ton of people and I know a ton of people here have it done to their vehicle because they just absolutely swear by it. You've got to think about it from all sides, and it's gotta be worth it for you to be protecting your car or part of your car with it.

Since your car will be your second biggest purchase, it's a good idea to invest in something like a coating to keep the value high. Let us know what you think about ceramic coating and if you've ever had it done.