How do you care for ceramic coated rims?

The good part is that cleaning the wheel is made very easy once you have ceramic coated it. We recommend using a car wash shampoo free of wax and is pH neutral to wash the wheels. The coating is there so that dust and grime do not collect on your wheels in the first place, so cleanups become easy.

How long does ceramic coating last on rims?

How Long Does Ceramic Coating Last? A professional ceramic coat can last around 3 years if you take care of your car. This means continuing to clean them somewhat regularly and generally being nice to your wheels. To note: a ceramic coat does not prevent scratches or chips.

Is ceramic coating good for rims?

Using a wax or sealant will give temporary results but ceramic coating them will keep them shiny and easy to maintain for years. Ceramic coating your wheels is a great way to protect them. It doesn't mean you can avoid washing your wheels though – it just makes them easier to clean.

Does ceramic coating need to be maintained?

A ceramic coating is a proven paint protection solution. However, it shouldn't be assumed that you don't need wash it frequently. Every two weeks is recommended.

Can you use polish on ceramic coating?

Unfortunately, no. Ceramic coatings are not standard finishes for vehicles, so polishes are not formulated to work with them. If you use polish on top of ceramic coating, you will strip the coating off of your vehicle, leaving it patchy and damaged.

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How long does ceramic coating last?

For the most part, ceramic coatings last between two and five years. In some cases, they can last up to a decade, but this is pretty rare. However, there are many factors that affect their lifespan and might force you to replace yours sooner than you'd expect.

What is the benefit of ceramic coating wheels?

Ceramic coating is a great way to protect your wheels from harmful road contaminants like water, salt, and dirt, which can cause damage to your car's wheels. One essential thing about spending hours and hours cleaning your wheels is that you want to ensure they are properly protected and that protection also lasts.

How much does it cost to get your wheels ceramic coated?

Depending on the size and condition of your vehicle, the quality of ceramic coating you get, and assuming that you go to a well reputable detailer, get ready to spend anywhere from $1500 to $5750. The average well-used car will cost around $2,000 while a brand new car would cost around $1500.

How can I tell if my wheels are ceramic coated?

If you want to know if a car has a ceramic coating, take the car for a drive. Spray the car with water; as you increase the speed of the vehicle, water beads will gather into streams that will flow from your vehicle. In the absence of ceramic coating, the drops of water will cling to the car's surface.

Can you chrome ceramic?

Yes, a nano ceramic coating, like Armor Shield IX, is completely safe to use on a chrome plated, chrome wrapped, chrome powder coated, or even spray-on chrome coated surfaces. No, a ceramic coating will not change the reflective properties, or add a tint of color to the chrome itself.

Does ceramic coating stop brake dust?

The ceramic coating interlocks on a molecular level and hardens to protect wheel surface, creating a protection layer that is resistant to brake dust, super hydrophobic as well as self-cleaning.

How do I protect my clear coated rims?

Wax Clear Coated Wheels

Once your wheels are clean and dry, apply a quality wheel protectant like BLACKFIRE SiO2 Wheel Seal or Wheel Wax to seal the wheel surface. These products work just like car wax, but the BLACKFIRE uses SiO2 ingredients to extend protection and increase hydrophobicity.

What is the downside to ceramic coating?

Disadvantages of the Procedure

Duration of the procedure (it may take much more time than waxing). Price (ceramic coating is an attribute of an expensive car. Not everyone can afford to apply ceramics). Difficult to remove (ceramic coating doesn't last forever.

Can you wax over ceramic coating?

The easy answer is yes, you can. You could lay the ceramic-based protectant down first, let it cure and then apply a wax.

What happens when ceramic coating wears off?

When a Ceramic Coating fails, just like when wax fails, you're not going to see it peeling. It simply just wears away and you're going to see water beading and the dirt shedding qualities decline over time.

What should you not do after ceramic coating?

Use only recommended mild soaps. Avoid high volume brush style car washes, and high PH detergent style cleaners. Avoid washing in direct sunlight to minimize streaking and water spotting. Wash from the top down leaving the dirtiest sections for last to avoid cross contamination.

Can you polish scratches out of ceramic coating?

The higher quality of a ceramic coating you use, the more resistance your car's finish will have to scratches, while small scratches can even be buffed out entirely.