How to Maintain & Care for Your Ceramic Coating

Ceramic coatings create a durable protective layer that enhances gloss, improves hydrophobic behaviour, and protects your vehicle from environmental contaminants.

While coatings significantly reduce maintenance requirements, they still require proper care and regular washing.

Initial Curing Period

After the coating has been applied, it requires time to fully cure.

For the first 7 days:

• Do not wash the vehicle with chemicals
• Avoid automatic car washes
• Avoid applying waxes or detail sprays

If necessary, the vehicle may be rinsed with clean water to remove loose debris.

Regular Washing

To maintain the performance of your coating, wash your vehicle every 1–2 weeks, depending on driving conditions.

Regular washing prevents contamination buildup that may reduce the coating’s performance.

Avoid Harsh Chemicals

Avoid using products that contain:

• Acidic chemicals
• Strong alkaline cleaners
• Harsh degreasers

Always use pH-neutral automotive shampoos designed for coated vehicles.

Proper Wash Tools

Only use soft wash media such as:

• Microfibre wash mitts
• High-quality microfibre drying towels

Avoid using:

• Sponges
• Chamois
• Rubber drying blades

These can cause swirl marks, scratches, or marring.

Remove Contaminants Immediately

Certain contaminants can damage both paint and coatings if left untreated.

These include:

• Bird droppings
• Tree sap
• Bug splatter
• Fuel spills

Remove these contaminants as soon as possible using safe detailing products.

Avoid aggressively scrubbing the surface.

KEY: Water Spot Prevention for Coated Vehicles

Even with a ceramic coating, water spots may still occur due to mineral deposits in water.

To reduce water spotting:

• Dry the vehicle after washing
• Avoid leaving water sitting on the paint in direct sunlight
• Remove sprinkler water or rain deposits promptly

If water spots appear, they should be removed using coating-safe water spot removers or maintenance detail sprays.

How to Maintain & Care for Your Paint Protection Film (PPF)

Paint Protection Film is a durable polyurethane film designed to absorb impacts from road debris while protecting your vehicle’s paintwork.

Proper maintenance ensures the film maintains its clarity, durability, and self-healing properties.

Initial Curing Period

After installation, the film adhesive requires time to fully cure.

For the first 48 hours:

• Avoid washing the vehicle
• Avoid high-pressure water near film edges
• Avoid touching or lifting film edges

You may notice small moisture pockets or bubbles under the film. This is normal and will typically disappear within 1–3 weeks.

Washing Vehicles with PPF

Vehicles protected with PPF should be washed using pH-neutral shampoos and safe washing techniques.

Follow the Safe Vehicle Washing Guide above.

Avoid using automatic brush car washes, as they can damage the film.

PPF Self-Healing Properties

Many modern PPF products feature self-healing technology.

Minor swirl marks and light scratches can disappear when exposed to:

• Warm water
• Direct sunlight
• Gentle heat

This helps the film maintain a smooth and clear finish over time.

Safe Cleaning Products

For routine maintenance, we recommend:

• pH-neutral car shampoos
• PPF-safe bug removers
• Film-safe tar removers

Always test new products on a small inconspicuous area first.

KEY: Water Spot Prevention for PPF

Just like paint and coatings, PPF can develop water spots if mineral deposits are left on the surface.

To prevent water spotting:

• Dry the vehicle immediately after washing
• Avoid allowing sprinkler water to dry on the film
• Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent mineral buildup

If water spots occur, they can usually be removed with PPF-safe detailing products or water spot removers.