A Complete Guide to Ceramic Coating Care and Maintenance

In terms of longevity, performance, and appearance enhancement, a ceramic coating is the best type of finish protection for your car because it outperforms all conventional waxes and sealants. However, without proper maintenance, an existing ceramic coating or hydrophobic layer may deteriorate faster and lose its benefits sooner.

Detailed Guide to Ceramic Coating Care and Maintenance- DIY Ceramic Coating

Even when you use a high-quality ceramic coating, there are steps to take to ensure the ceramic coating is well maintained. This guide will show you what to avoid and how to care for it in the first 24 hours following application, during the first two weeks as it cures, and throughout the year. The goal is to maximize the performance and endurance of the ceramic coating on your automobile for years to come when you use a DIY ceramic coating kit.

The First 24 Hours After Applying the Ceramic Coatings/ Nano Ceramic Coating

The first 24 hours following the coating of your car are essential for curing. Your vehicle is safe to drive, but the new coating hardens quickly. It is crucial to avoid all of the following.

• Abrasives
• Washing with hard mineral water
• Automatic brush cleaning
• Soaps with a high or low pH (pH Neutral only)
• Avoid parking near trees or other areas where bird droppings or tree sap may land on the coating.

Assume that your coating comes into contact with any of the above-mentioned items. In that case, lubricate the coated surface gently with a sealant such as Boost Spray and wipe it down with a clean, unused, high-pile microfiber towel - the 460 GSM microfiber is ideal for this type of operation.

For the Next Fourteen Days

Your ceramic coating will be actively curing for the next fourteen days to reach its full 9H hardness potential. It is advised that you continue to avoid the items listed above during this time. If your vehicle has any dust, pollen, bird droppings, tree sap, or contaminant buildup, immediately rinse it with clean water and gently hand wash it with a pH-Neutral soap like our S2 or S3 Soap, then dry completely with a high-quality microfiber detailing towel. Avoid items with detergents or unstable pH levels during this time to avoid breaking down the coating.

Seasonal Care and Maintenance

Every 2-4 Weeks

To keep your ceramic coating's deep sheen and hydrophobic qualities, perform a hand maintenance wash every two to four weeks.

Every 3-4 Months

Seasonal maintenance on your coating should be performed every three to four months to ensure optimum performance and long-term durability. Following a maintenance wash with your pH-neutral soap, apply a spray sealant as a coating topcoat to improve and renew the protection, aesthetics, and performance benefits of your graphene or ceramic coating. GP's Boost Sealant should add an additional 3-6 months of protection.

Every 365 Days

As your car's coating heats up from daily use and sun exposure, microscopic impurities such as metallic particles and other environmental particles can become embedded in the surface. As a result, your coating's appearance and ability to repel impurities such as water and dirt suffer. As a result, you should clean the outside of your vehicle at least once a year.

By applying a pH-Neutral iron remover to the surface of your car, you can draw out and break down the metallic impurities in your paint. Simply spray it on, then wash your car with pH-neutral soap and the two-bucket method three to four minutes later.

Coating Maintenance Washing Methods

Hand wash using the "Two-Bucket Method," which involves placing a wash mitt in one bucket of clean water and another bucket of soapy water. To prevent abrasion from hard impurities, both should have a grit guard on the bottom. Only soaps with a pH of 7 should be used, such as GP's S2 soap. When you use a non-pH-neutral soap, your coating is exposed to harsh detergents, which can cause it to break down and reduce its lifespan.

In the short term, you can restore the hydrophobic properties of your ceramic paint coating by using a pH-neutral soap containing silica, such as the S3 Soap, but avoid soaps containing wax additives. The coating prevents the wax from adhering. To avoid water spots and streaks, avoid washing in direct sunlight.

If you don't want or are unable to wash your car yourself, avoid automated high-volume brush washes. Hand washing or touchless car washes are the only options. Use drying cloths to avoid abrasion while drying. Use a few edgeless, high-pile microfibers, such as 460 GSM microfiber. Alter between using one to soak up the majority of the water and the other to completely dry the vehicle. Don't apply too much pressure; instead, let the towel do the work.

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