The short version
| Option | How long it lasts | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Wax | Weeks to a few months | Quick gloss and short-term protection |
| Sealant | A few months | Longer protection than wax |
| Ceramic coating | Years | Long-term protection and easier washing |
Exact durability depends on the product, the car's use, how it is washed and the preparation.
Our ceramic coating options
- Ceramic Essential: about 1 year of protection, without paint correction.
- Ceramic Luxe: about 2 years, with two-step paint correction.
- Ceramic Ultra Luxe: about 4 to 5 years, with multi-stage paint correction.
What ceramic coating does not do
Ceramic coating does not make paint scratch-proof, and it does not replace washing. It adds protection, gloss and a hydrophobic surface that makes dirt easier to remove. We give maintenance instructions with every ceramic coating.
Why preparation matters
A coating locks in what is under it. That is why our coatings include decontamination and clay treatment, and why the higher levels include paint correction first.
Which should you pick?
- Want a quick, affordable shine: wax protection with an exterior package.
- Want years of protection for a car you keep: a ceramic coating.
- Want the paint to look its best first: pick a coating that includes paint correction.
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