Ceramic Coating
Gtechniq C1 + EXO · Rated for 5 years · Paint correction always included
What is a ceramic coating?
A ceramic coating is a liquid polymer applied by hand to your vehicle’s paint. It bonds to the paint, creating an extra layer of protection that’s harder than clear coat. At Mammoth Detail Salons, we use Gtechniq C1 with an EXO water-repellent top layer, rated to last about 5 years. Unlike wax, which needs to be reapplied every few months and breaks down in the weather, a ceramic coating doesn’t wash away.
Paint correction is always included
Every ceramic coating starts with a paint correction, even on new cars. We hand-wash the vehicle, clay-bar it to remove bonded contaminants, inspect it under bright light, and polish out scratches and swirls. That way the coating locks in a clean, smooth finish instead of locking in imperfections.
You may not see the uneven surface scratches, but correction must be done, even on new cars. A thin slice of clear coat is polished away to remove everyday swirls and microscratches. A deeper scratch may still be visible. Then we apply Gtechniq C1 with an EXO top layer, which fills in and levels the surface. Diagram not to scale.
What a ceramic coating does
- Protects from the sun: helps prevent fading and oxidation.
- Resists the elements: helps keep acid rain, minerals, and bird droppings from bonding to the paint, so they’re easier to remove.
- Makes washing easier: water beads up and rolls off, and dirt and grime don’t stick as easily.
- Adds gloss: keeps a deep, “wet” shine.
What a ceramic coating won’t do
Make your car scratch-proof
A ceramic coating resists scratches, swirl marks, and wash marks, but it can’t prevent them, and it can’t stop rock chips. Coating makers recommend hand washing and avoiding automatic car washes, which can cause scratches and swirls and wear down the coating.
Eliminate water spots or acid rain
Water carries minerals that can leave hard-to-remove spots when it dries on your car. Because a coated surface holds less water, you’ll get fewer spots, and the minerals that are left behind come off much more easily.
End the need to wash
A coated car still needs regular washing to prevent buildup and wear. The difference is that a well-maintained coated car is much quicker, easier, and less expensive to keep looking new.
The bottom line
A ceramic coating adds value and keeps your vehicle looking its best for years. Ready to get started? Book a Correct & Ceramic detail package in the Mammoth Detail Salons wash app or at mammothdetail.com.
