Ceramic Coatings IN Bradford

Ceramic coating is a specialised service designed to offer long-lasting protection and incredible shine to your vehicle. The application process is intricate, requiring professional skills, knowledge, and equipment. Here’s how North Detailing conducts the ceramic coating process:

Full Valet – First, we start with a comprehensive full valet service. This is the initial step where your vehicle undergoes thorough interior and exterior cleaning. Our team ensures every part of the car is impeccably cleaned, paving the way for the subsequent processes.

Clay Bar Treatment –  After the valet, we move on to the clay bar treatment. Here, we use a specialised clay bar to remove any residual contaminants stuck on the paint surface that washing alone couldn’t eliminate. This ensures a smooth, clean surface for the detailing and coating processes.

Paint Correction & Paint Enhancement – Depending on your car’s condition, we’ll proceed with either a one or two-step paint detail. This process typically includes paint correction to remove light scratches, swirl marks, or oxidation, restoring your car’s finish to its original pristine state. Wondering what a car detail is?

Alcohol Cleanse – Post the paint detail, the car undergoes an alcohol cleanse. We use a specific mix of alcohol and water to further remove any remaining oils and residues from the paint correction stage. This guarantees a completely clean slate for the ceramic coating.

Ceramic Coating – Now, your car is ready for the ceramic coating application. A liquid polymer, the ceramic coating forms a chemical bond with the car’s paint, resulting in a hard, protective layer that repels water, dirt, and UV rays. We apply this carefully and uniformly, ensuring full coverage for the ultimate protection.

Curing – Lastly, the ceramic coating needs to cure. During this phase, the coating hardens and forms a solid, protective shell over your vehicle’s exterior. The curing process helps to maximise the benefits of ceramic coating, ensuring its longevity.

In conclusion, ceramic coating is not just a service; it’s an investment in your car’s future. It provides your vehicle with a protective barrier against the elements, enhancing its appearance and resale value. Let North Detailing take care of your car with our expertly applied ceramic coating process. Learn more about ceramic coating below.

The short answer is.. YES! you absolutely can apply different types of sealants over a ceramic coatings, it is often recommended. However – it’s important to ensure that the sealant in use is compatible with the ceramic coating applied to your car. Some can affect the lifespan of the car in a negative way so it’s important to understand if the product is safe for your coating.

There are a number of ways to test to see if your car has been coated with a ceramic product:

1. Pour water on the car. If it beads up, it might be ceramic coated.
2. Run your fingers over the surface. A smooth feel suggests a coating.
3. Look at the paint in sunlight. A deep gloss can indicate ceramic protection.
4. Wipe an inconspicuous spot with isopropyl alcohol. If the gloss remains, it’s likely coated.
5. Observe dust and dirt. Ceramic coatings repel them more effectively.
6. Contact the installer for confirmation if you had it professionally done.
7. Use a UV flashlight. Some coatings glow under UV light.
8. Check for any documentation or warranty from the coating service.

These steps should help you determine if your car has a ceramic coating.

Ceramic coatings are often thought to be more resistant to scratches and damage when cleaning your car. However, they aren’t invincible. The benefit is that if you do scratch the ceramic coating, it’s better than scratching your car’s paint. The ceramic coating can be removed and reapplied without affecting your car’s paint, which has a limited protective layer of clear-coat.