Ceramic Coating

The Science of Shine

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High Gloss
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High Shine
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Professionally Applied
3M’s Ceramic Coating is a professionally applied low VOC polish that decreases the surface friction of your car’s paint, making it more slippery. That means dirt and contaminants such as road salt, acid rain, tree sap, bird droppings, and bug splats can be removed or washed away with less effort than before. Your car’s paint will look newer longer.
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Road Salt
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Acid Rain
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Bug Splats
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Bird Droppings

What it is.

A ceramic coating is a measurable layer of silicone, siloxane, or other chemistry providing a clear protective layer on a variety of substrates. It decreases the surface friction of your car’s paint, making it more slippery and easier to clean.

What it isn’t.

Despite industry claims, a ceramic coating is not a 9H protective barrier to your car’s paint that can prevent paint damage as paint protection film can. A ceramic coating decreases your paint’s coefficient of friction, thereby making it easier to clean.

Benefits

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Water Beading
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Glossy Wet Look
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Wash Durability

Application Areas

  • Car Paint
  • Windshield / Exterior Glass
  • Wheels
  • Plastic Trim
  • Paint Protection Film
  • Vinyl Wrap / Color Change Film

Key Attributes

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Water Beading / Hydrophobicity
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Enrich / Sustain High Gloss Finish
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Durable & Long Lasting
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Easy to Clean
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Protects against Environmental Contaminants

Common Treatment Options

Basic

  • Single application of 3M Ceramic Boost Spray
  • Lasts up to 6 months
  • Increases water beading, adds a slick, smooth feel that helps shed water and makes maintenance easier than on a non-coated vehicle

Deluxe

  • Application of one full layer of 3M Ceramic Coating
  • Lasts up to 3 years*
  • Creates a layer of protection that increases water beading, adds a slick, smooth surface that aids in keeping the vehicle cleaner and allows for easier cleaning of dirt, bug spots, tree sap, and bird droppings

Premier

  • Application of two full layers of 3M Ceramic Coating
  • Lasts up to 5 years*
  • Creates a double layer of protection that increases water beading and aids in keeping the vehicle cleaner
  • Resistant to harsh chemicals like road salt and cleaners with both high and low pH levels
* If vehicle owner follows recommended maintenance schedule that includes annual check-ups and application of one (1) layer of 3M Ceramic Boost Spray.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does paint protection film change the appearance of my car’s matte paint?

Yes, standard high gloss PPF certainly does. However, if your car has matte paint, use 3M’s Matte Series Paint Protection...Read More

Will a ceramic coating prevent rock chips?

No. A ceramic coating is designed to increase the ease of cleaning and caring for your car’s paint. A ceramic...Read More

Can I apply 3M Ceramic Coating on top of 3M Paint Protection Film?

Absolutely! 3M’s ceramic coating is the perfect complement to its paint protection film. 3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film (PPF) is...Read More
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