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Ceramic coating + paint correction

We never coat uncorrected paint. Every ceramic package starts with paint correction, so you protect a finish you actually want to keep.

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Applying ceramic coating to car paint after polishing

Our rule

Why paint correction comes first

A ceramic coating locks in whatever is under it. If swirls, haze and light scratches are on the paint, they stay visible under the coating for as long as it lasts.

So we polish first. Correcting the paint gives the coating a clean surface to bond to, and gives you a finish worth protecting. It's also why we never sell coating alone.

Machine polishing paint before ceramic coating

Paint correction included

Ceramic packages & pricing

Pick by how much correction your paint needs and how complete you want the finish. Priced by vehicle size.

Entry to ceramic

Gloss Ceramic

from$1,000

1-step paint correction + ceramic coating. For cars with light swirls and haze that want deep gloss and easy washing.

Sedan$1,000

Midsize$1,150

Truck / Large SUV$1,300

The process

Full wash, iron and tar decontamination, clay
Paint inspection under inspection light
1-step polish (gloss enhancement): removes light swirls and haze, restores gloss
Panel prep wipe-down so the coating bonds properly
Ceramic coating applied panel by panel, final inspection
Care guide and cure instructions

Heavy scratches and deep defects need 2 steps. We'll tell you before we start.

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Best value

Showroom Ceramic

from$1,400

2-step paint correction + ceramic coating. The finish most customers actually want: deeper correction, maximum gloss.

Sedan$1,400

Midsize$1,600

Truck / Large SUV$1,800

The process

Everything in Gloss Ceramic prep: wash, decontamination, clay, inspection
Step 1: compound to remove moderate swirls, scratches and oxidation
Step 2: finishing polish for a clear, high-gloss finish
Panel prep wipe-down
Ceramic coating system: base layer plus top layer
Care guide and cure instructions

Correction results depend on paint thickness and condition. We inspect first and explain what's realistic.

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The full treatment

Elite Ceramic

from$1,900

Showroom Ceramic plus the extras that finish the job: glass, wheels, trim and headlights coated, and the engine bay cleaned.

Sedan$1,900

Midsize$2,150

Truck / Large SUV$2,400

The process

Everything in Showroom Ceramic
Ceramic coating on all exterior glass
Ceramic coating on wheel faces
Plastic trim coating
Headlight restoration + coating
Engine bay cleaned and dressed
First maintenance wash included

Add-ons included: glass ceramic coating, wheel-face ceramic coating, plastic trim coating, headlight restoration + coating, engine bay cleaning

These extras bundled cost less than adding them one by one.

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Honest expectations

What a ceramic coating does, and doesn't

What it does

Adds deep gloss and clarity once the paint is corrected
Creates a hydrophobic surface: water beads and sheets off
Makes washing easier: dirt, bugs and bird droppings release more easily
Adds UV and chemical resistance that helps protect the clear coat

What it doesn't do

Make paint scratch-proof or immune to swirls
Replace regular, gentle hand washing
Hide defects: that's why we correct the paint first
Last forever: durability depends on the product and your care

The process

How we do it, step by step

Wash & decontaminate

Foam wash, iron and tar removal, and clay for a truly clean surface.

Inspect the paint

We check the paint under an inspection light and tell you what correction is realistic.

Correct

1-step or 2-step machine polish removes swirls and restores gloss.

Prep

Panel wipe-down so the coating bonds properly.

Coat

Coating applied panel by panel and inspected under light.

Cure & care

Cure instructions and a care guide so it keeps performing.

Upgrades

Finish the job with add-ons

Add these when you book your coating. Elite includes glass, wheels, trim, headlights and engine bay.

Glass ceramic coating

Hydrophobic coating on all exterior glass. Rain beads and rolls off, cleaning is easier.

+$150

Wheel-face ceramic coating

Coated wheel faces shed brake dust, so wheels clean up in minutes.

+$200

Plastic trim coating

Protects exterior trim from UV and fading after it's cleaned up.

+$120

Headlight restoration + coating

Lenses restored, then coated to resist yellowing and haze.

+$120

Engine bay cleaning

Degreased and dressed, so it looks as good under the hood as it does outside.

+$59

Leather ceramic coating

Protects leather from stains, UV and everyday wear without changing the feel.

+$250

Full interior detail

Deep interior clean (Cartel Full Detail level) booked together with your coating.

+$150–$200

No made-up warranty years

Nobody can honestly promise how many years a coating will last. It depends on the coating, how the car is parked, washed and maintained. We tell you what the product is rated for and what to realistically expect, then give you a simple care guide.

Everything you need to know

Frequently asked questions

How long does a ceramic coating last?

We don't sell years, because nobody can honestly promise them. Longevity depends on the coating, how the car is parked, washed and maintained. We'll tell you what the coating is rated for and what to realistically expect.

Why do you only offer ceramic with paint correction?

Because coating over swirled or hazy paint locks those defects in and leads to unhappy customers. Correcting first gives the coating a clean surface to bond to and gives you a finish worth protecting.

1-step or 2-step: which one do I need?

Light swirls and haze usually only need 1 step. Moderate swirls, scratches and oxidation call for 2 steps. We inspect the paint before we start and tell you which one fits.

Can the paint be corrected 100%?

Not always. Deep scratches that go through the clear coat can't be polished out. We'll show you what's realistic during the inspection, before any work starts.

How do I take care of the coating?

Wash gently by hand every 1–2 weeks with a pH-neutral soap, avoid automatic brush washes and let the coating cure as instructed. Elite includes a first maintenance wash, and our maintenance plan keeps it going.

Ready to protect a finish worth keeping?

Choose your package and vehicle size. A deposit holds your date, and we inspect the paint first and confirm what's realistic.

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