Which ceramic coating is the best?

[Nicotinebar]

Hey All,

I have been reading the forum and a lot of them are suggesting to get a ceramic coating. I plan to do it myself could anyone suggest which one is the best and where can I get it from? I am based in Toronto.

Also, PPF is applied after the ceramic coating or just the ceramic coating is fine?

 

[jazzdabb]

If doing both, PPF is applied first and then the ceramic coating is applied over the top. I do not believe PPF would adhere to a ceramic coated car. Mine is slicker than a Teflon coated sheet of ice.

I can't tell you which ceramic is best but I am very happy with the CQuartz Pro I had professionally applied. From my research, the prep work is key. I had full paint correction done as part of my install and it was worth every penny. The process should be much easier for a brand new car but preparation is still key.

 

[runner1]

Ceramic coating is secondary to paint correction. Ceramic hides nothing and can accentuate issues if not done properly

 

[ScottM]

Spot on @jazzdabb and @runner1! I had mine professionally done with around 750 miles on the clock in 2018. Gotta prep and gotta do it right! Remember, the coating and the PPF isn't a substitution for not keeping her "fresh", it just makes it so much easier.

 

[Nicotinebar]

If doing both, PPF is applied first and then the ceramic coating is applied over the top. I do not believe PPF would adhere to a ceramic coated car. Mine is slicker than a Teflon coated sheet of ice.

I can't tell you which ceramic is best but I am very happy with the CQuartz Pro I had professionally applied. From my research, the prep work is key. I had full paint correction done as part of my install and it was worth every penny. The process should be much easier for a brand new car but preparation is still key.

So just a PPF should suffice or would suggest PPF and ceramic on top of it? I am getting a new one and I am planning to get PPF as soon as I get the car.

 

[ShannonC]

So just a PPF should suffice or would suggest PPF and ceramic on top of it? I am getting a new one and I am planning to get PPF as soon as I get the car.

PPF for protection. Ceramic for ease of cleaning.

 

[Nicotinebar]

PPF for protection. Ceramic for ease of cleaning.

Ok got it.

 

[nhcowboy28]

Like “the best” exhausts, CAI, tunes, car wash, bubble gum, escorts....

It is subjective and everyone has a biased opinion.

Pick reputable brands. They all are basically the same.

 

[jsrob905]

CarPro Cquartz 50ml Kit - Ceramic Coating Finish for 80 buck s off Amazon. Or you buy all the stuff to do paint correction yourself and this kit you looking at 400. That's the rout I went and I'm happy.

 

[Nicotinebar]

CarPro Cquartz 50ml Kit - Ceramic Coating Finish for 80 buck s off Amazon. Or you buy all the stuff to do paint correction yourself and this kit you looking at 400. That's the rout I went and I'm happy.

Thanks for sharing appreciate it.

NEW! 2018 Version of CQuartz UK 3.0 30ml + Reload Kit - CarPro C.Quartz Nano Ceramic Paint Coating

is this the one? it's not allowing me to post the link.

 

[jsrob905]

https://www.amazon.com/CarPro-Cquartz-3-0_50ml-Kit-Reload/dp/B07D4NXNTV

Here is the link. I've been very happy with it. I top it off every other car wash with p and s bead maker.

 

[5tinger]

Wash > polish using carpro essence > apply Cquartz.

 

[nhcowboy28]

Wash > polish using carpro essence > apply Cquartz.

Oh crap. I’ve been doing it wrong.

Throw sand on it -> slide across the hood like the duke boys -> have Tawny Kitaen polish the bonnet -> park under maple trees -> put bird seed on paint -> really work in with some sandpaper. -> then apply the ceramic.

Damn.

 

[jazzdabb]

Just for clarity, here are some before / after photos from the paint correction and ceramic coating application.

Disclaimer: this was a leased car I picked up used for a great deal. Not sure if the dealer or lessee is responsible for the swirls and water spots. Distinctive Detailing was utterly meticulous in their prep work.

 

[Nicotinebar]

Just for clarity, here are some before / after photos from the paint correction and ceramic coating application.

Disclaimer: this was a leased car I picked up used for a great deal. Not sure if the dealer or lessee is responsible for the swirls and water spots. Distinctive Detailing was utterly meticulous in their prep work.

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Waoooo that looks freaking awesome. Did you do it byurself?

 

[Random386]

Hey All,

I have been reading the forum and a lot of them are suggesting to get a ceramic coating. I plan to do it myself could anyone suggest which one is the best and where can I get it from? I am based in Toronto.

Also, PPF is applied after the ceramic coating or just the ceramic coating is fine?

This turned into a big comment sorry

Depends the professional kits are highly priced n only given to certified detailer n not diy. The diy kits are good but aren't permanent per se. I can't recommend any diy ones but professional, I did the crystal serum ultra all panels/wheels costed 1750ish. This was done on my previous car an audi a6 2016. The 1750 included the car getting a full detail, all swirls buffed, hard water spots buffed, scratches fixed, paint chips touched up, clayed, iron removed, etc.

Now imo I hated the coating, it was imo more difficult to wash the car as the car held the water into beads in spots it didn't drip down n pressure washing doesnt make it a perfect clean. You would need to hand wash it then need a leaf blower to make it perfect. My car was black and I didn't have a leaf blower but used a redneck car vacuum n a towel to wipe dry then go back n use a polish towel to remove all the fingerprints, n towel marks.

 

[jazzdabb]

Waoooo that looks freaking awesome. Did you do it byurself?

No. Professionally applied. I wanted great results and it came out way better than if I’d done it myself.

 

[5tinger]

Oh crap. I’ve been doing it wrong.

Throw sand on it -> slide across the hood like the duke boys -> have Tawny Kitaen polish the bonnet -> park under maple trees -> put bird seed on paint -> really work in with some sandpaper. -> then apply the ceramic.

Damn.

I don't understand understand the underlying reason for mockery?

 

[jazzdabb]

I don't understand understand the underlying reason for mockery?

Humour is subjective.

 

[GenesisG70]

Hands down CarPro Cquartz UK3.0 or Gyeon ONE. Hands down best bang for your buck.