Whether it’s rainwater or tap water, the contaminants will disrupt the cross-link bonds before they can bond correctly. In many circumstances, this might result in the coating failing prematurely. Consequently, washing vehicles or driving in the rain during the first week after the application is not suggested.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!A ceramic coating needs a period of curing. Detailers keep the car until it is safe to get wet before driving.
Washing Method Suggestions
Do not wash the vehicle within seven days
It is not suggested to wash your vehicle for up to seven days following the coating application. It enables the coating to cure the surface of your car thoroughly. After seven days, we suggest cleaning your vehicle at least twice a month to prevent the accumulation of contaminants.
Use the Two-Bucket Washing Method
The two-bucket washing technique minimizes swirl marks and provides the most outstanding results. Using the two-bucket approach, you soak your wash mitt in one bucket and clean it in the other after washing each portion of the vehicle.
Clean Your Vehicle
Clean your vehicle every two weeks. Washing your car will aid in reducing the accumulation of impurities to an excessive degree.
Never wash the car in direct sunlight.
Direct sunlight creates heat, the kryptonite of ceramic coating, especially on dark automobiles. Wash your vehicle in a shady place, outside (out of direct sunlight), to protect the car’s paint!
Utilize specific shampoo
Always use a professional, PH-neutral auto shampoo that contains neither wax nor polish. Always begin cleaning at the top and work your way down, rinsing each part as you go.
Use Separate Wash Buckets and Mitts for Wheels and Lower Areas.
Brake dust and carbon deposits are effectively small metal shavings built on tires and wheels. You should not wash ceramic-coated paintwork using a mitt containing metallic particles.
Will Pressure Washing affect a Ceramic Coated Car?
A Ceramic Coated Car is perfectly safe to pressure wash. We encourage using a foam cannon in conjunction with a pressure washer for cleaning ceramic-coated automobiles, as this will maximize the effectiveness of the coating. Due to the coating’s self-cleaning properties, a pressure washer is sufficient to remove a significant amount of dirt and grime from a coated vehicle.
What Occurs If Ceramic Coating Isn’t Maintained?
If you forget to maintain your ceramic coating by regular cleaning, application of maintenance boosters, and following other maintenance guidelines, the ceramic coating will deteriorate. Here are a few indications that maintenance has been neglected:
Reduced high gloss finish
An automobile with a ceramic coating gleams from a distance; if maintained, this gleam lasts for an extended period. Without regular care, however, the ceramic coating degrades, and your vehicle loses its luster and sheen.
Decrease in hydrophobicity
Due to low surface energy or hydrophobicity, impurities such as water, mud, and dirt fall off the coated surface of a ceramic-coated automobile, which is one of its most highly featured characteristics. The hydrophobicity of a ceramic-coated vehicle begins to degrade when it is not adequately maintained by frequent washing and protection from UV radiation and other damaging factors.
Contact CT-Detailing in Louisville, KY, For a Ceramic Coating Appointment
If you are seeking a superior ceramic coating service in Louisville, KY, look no further than CT-Detailing! We offer multiple packages with high-quality materials from Ceramic Pro. Call us at (502)-939-2887, or you can reach us at 134 Outer Loop #102, Louisville, KY 40214, United States!
