Ceramic Coating Installation: What Happens, Step by Step
A step-by-step look at professional ceramic coating installation, from wash and decontamination to polishing, coating, cure inspection and aftercare.
Ever wondered what actually happens during a ceramic coating installation? Here is the process we follow on every car.
1. Thorough wash
A foam pre-wash and safe hand wash remove loose dirt without scratching.
2. Decontamination
Chemical decontamination dissolves iron particles and fallout. Mechanical decontamination with clay lifts anything still bonded, leaving the paint smooth.
3. Paint enhancement or correction
Machine polishing removes light swirls and restores gloss. The 5-year package includes a one-step gloss enhancement; the 10-year package includes a one-step paint correction. Multi-step correction is available as an upgrade.
4. Panel preparation
Every panel is wiped down to remove polishing oils so the coating bonds directly to clean clear coat.
5. Coating application
The coating is applied panel by panel to paint, headlights, taillights and wheel faces, plus the windshield on the 10-year package.
6. Cure inspection
We inspect under good light to make sure the coating has leveled evenly.
7. Aftercare guidance
You get clear instructions for the first weeks and for long-term care. We recommend monthly maintenance detailing for coated vehicles.
How long it takes
The 5-year package typically takes 1–2 days and the 10-year package 2 days or more.
Learn more on our ceramic coating page or book an installation.
