CERAMIC COATING

Ceramic Coating

Protect your paint, wheels, glass, and exterior surfaces
with professional ceramic coatings that make
washing easier, enhance gloss, and help
defend against Arizona's harsh sun.

What Does Ceramic Coating Actually Do?

Ceramic coating is a liquid protective layer applied to your vehicle's exterior surfaces. Once cured, it bonds to the surface and creates a durable, hydrophobic barrier that helps repel water, dirt, road grime, bird droppings, and environmental contaminants.

Unlike waxes and sealants that wear away quickly, professional ceramic coatings provide long-lasting protection while enhancing gloss and making routine maintenance significantly easier.

What Ceramic Coating Doesn't Do

Ceramic coating is an excellent protective upgrade, but it is not a substitute for Paint Protection Film (PPF).
Ceramic coatings do not:
Prevent rock chips
Stop scratches from impact
Protect against door dings
Repair paint defects
For maximum protection, many customers choose Paint Protection Film first and then apply ceramic coating over the film.

Ceramic Coating vs PPF

Ceramic Coating

Easier maintenance
Increased gloss
Hydrophobic properties
UV protection

Paint Protection Film

Rock chip protection
Scratch resistance
Self-healing properties
Impact protection

For the ultimate protection package, ceramic coating can be applied over Paint Protection Film to combine the benefits of both products.

What Can Be Coated?

More than just paint

Paint
Paint Protection Film
Vinyl Wraps
Wheels
Glass
Plastic Trim
Calipers

Why Choose Eye Kandy Wraps?

Protection Installed By Vehicle Appearance Specialists

At Eye Kandy Wraps, we work with painted surfaces, vinyl wraps, colored PPF, clear PPF, wheels, trim, and specialty finishes every day. Our experience allows us to recommend the right protection solution for your vehicle while ensuring proper preparation and application for long-lasting results.

Ceramic Coatings Frequently Asked Questions

What is ceramic coating?

Ceramic coating is a liquid polymer that bonds to your vehicle's exterior surfaces, creating a durable protective layer. It enhances gloss, repels water, makes routine washing easier, and helps protect against UV rays, bird droppings, bug splatter, tree sap, and other environmental contaminants.

Is ceramic coating worth it in Arizona?

Absolutely. Arizona's intense UV exposure, high temperatures, dust, and road debris can quickly age a vehicle's finish. A professional ceramic coating helps protect your paint from oxidation, reduces fading, makes cleaning easier, and keeps your vehicle looking newer for longer.

How long does ceramic coating last?

The lifespan depends on the product used, how the vehicle is maintained, and how it's stored. Professionally installed ceramic coatings can provide protection for several years when properly cared for. Regular maintenance washes and proper cleaning techniques help maximize the coating's performance.

Does ceramic coating prevent rock chips?

No. Ceramic coating is designed to protect against environmental contaminants and make maintenance easier, but it does not provide impact protection from rocks or road debris.

For protection against rock chips, scratches, and road rash, Paint Protection Film (PPF) is the recommended solution.

Can ceramic coating be applied over Paint Protection Film (PPF)?

Yes. Ceramic coating can be applied over both clear and colored Paint Protection Film. This combination provides the impact protection of PPF while adding enhanced gloss, hydrophobic properties, UV protection, and easier maintenance.

Can ceramic coating be applied over vinyl wraps?

Yes. Ceramic coating works exceptionally well on vinyl wraps. It helps maintain color, improves water repellency, reduces staining, and makes wrapped vehicles much easier to clean.

Does ceramic coating make my vehicle scratch-proof?

No. Ceramic coating adds a durable layer of protection, but it does not make your vehicle scratch-proof. While it may help reduce very light wash marring, it will not prevent scratches from keys, shopping carts, or other impacts.

How should I wash a ceramic-coated vehicle?

se a pH-neutral automotive shampoo, quality microfiber wash mitts, and clean microfiber drying towels. Avoid automatic car washes with brushes, as they can introduce swirl marks into the paint over time.

What's the difference between ceramic coating and wax?

Traditional wax sits on the surface of the paint and typically lasts only a few months. Ceramic coating chemically bonds to the surface, providing significantly longer-lasting protection, improved water repellency, enhanced gloss, and greater resistance to environmental contaminants.

Can ceramic coating protect my wheels and calipers?

Yes. Ceramic coatings can be applied to wheels, painted brake calipers, glass, trim, and other exterior surfaces. Coated wheels are much easier to clean because brake dust and road grime don't adhere as easily.

Will ceramic coating make my car easier to wash?

Yes. One of the biggest advantages of ceramic coating is its hydrophobic properties. Water, dirt, mud, and road grime release much more easily from the surface, reducing the time and effort required to wash your vehicle.

Should I get ceramic coating or Paint Protection Film?

It depends on your goals.

Choose Ceramic Coating if your priority is easier maintenance, enhanced gloss, UV protection, and water repellency.

Choose Paint Protection Film (PPF) if your priority is protecting your paint from rock chips, road debris, and scratches.

Choose Both if you want the highest level of protection and easiest maintenance. Many customers apply ceramic coating over PPF to maximize both appearance and durability.

Which paint protection option is right for me?

The best solution depends on how you use your vehicle and the level of protection you're looking for.

Window Tint helps keep your interior cooler, reduces glare, and blocks harmful UV rays.

Ceramic Coating enhances gloss, repels water, and makes washing easier while protecting against environmental contaminants.

Paint Protection Film (PPF) provides the highest level of defense against rock chips, scratches, and road debris.

Many of our customers choose a combination of all three to protect both the exterior and interior of their vehicle while maintaining a like-new appearance.