What Are Some Merits and Demerits of Ceramic Paint Protection?
Every car owner today is familiar with ceramic coatings. Ceramic paint protection has garnered immense popularity in the last few years, and we can only say the popularity is well deserved. If you want the sort of coating that is impervious to dirt, grime and scratches and is a permanent solution at that; ceramic coatings may be your new best friend.
In this article, we will walk you through the advantages and disadvantages of ceramic paint protection in cars. But first, what is the coveted ceramic coating?
What is Ceramic Coating?
Ceramic coating is a polymeric chemical solution used to apply a protective layer on the exterior of a vehicle. Ceramic coatings are usually installed manually for greater precision. The ceramic contains blending properties that bind with the paint of your car and forms a hydrophobic film on the surface. The chemical bonding ensures that the car's original paint job remains intact. Sometimes also referred to as nano-ceramic coating, it can be the permanent (or semi-permanent) solution to your car’s paint protection woes. The chemical composition of the ceramic polymer ensures that it adapts to frequent atmospheric changes.
Advantages of Ceramic Coating
Offers UV Protection
Ceramic paint protection is essential to preserve the paint in your car. Ultraviolet rays do unimaginable damage, including oxidizing the paint, fading, and dulling the shine. Most Tennessee residents tend to park their vehicles outside, at least if there are no tornadoes. Workplace parking lots, supermarkets, and most other places are open air. So even if you have a garage, your car will be spending a lot of time baking in the sun anyway. A ceramic coating can protect the paint from harmful solar radiation.
Resistant to Chemical Stains
With air pollution rates rising rapidly in the big cities of America, there is a far greater risk of the atmosphere’s acidic contaminants ruining your car. These impurities often form permanent bonds with the paint and leave stains that are incredibly difficult to remove, no matter how much elbow grease you employ. A ceramic coating saves you the trouble of going into that. The layer effectively prevents bonding and spot formation.
Hydrophobic (Easy to Clean)
Major way ceramic coatings outweigh waxing and other techniques is the ease with which you can wash your car. No more fretting about the polymer wearing off, ceramic repels water. All the water-based dirt and grime will simply bead on the surface that can be then gotten rid of with a quick jet wash.
Disadvantages of Ceramic Coating
Does not Protect Against All Types of Scratches
While ceramic coating has blending properties, it still retains some characteristics of paint. If you go out of your way to impart scratches, chip marks and spots on your vehicle, it will eventually start showing signs of disuse. Just because you got a ceramic coating does not mean you can let the elements do a number on your car. Treat your ride well and it will return the favor.
Not Resistant to Water Spotting
It is true that ceramic paint protection is completely hydrophobic, but you still need to account for the minerals and soluble particles contained in water. Over the years, these contaminants can cause spots on your car’s surface. Removing these is going to require a greater amount of effort.
Not Entirely Maintenance Free
Some people rave about how ceramic coatings render your car entirely maintenance-free. Unfortunately, this is nothing but a myth. Ceramic or not, if you want to keep your car looking brand new, you should incorporate a regular washing routine. Yes, ceramic coatings do make it easier to wash your car, but it certainly does not grant your car eternal youth.
How Can We Help You?
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