What is ceramic boost?

Adam's Ceramic Boost 2.0 is a cutting-edge, new product that complements Adam's New 9H Ceramic Coatings, adding an even slicker surface, more gloss, and prolongs the life of the ceramic coating.

Is ceramic coating worth it for Turbo?

As for turbo and supercharger components, the application of a high-temperature ceramic coating helps maintain lower surface and internal temperatures, and thus reduces the risk of engine heat-soak issues.

Can I use Xpel ceramic boost on a car without ceramic coating?

100% recommend this to anyone with or without a true ceramic coating.

Is ceramic spray good for your car?

Ceramic coating will protect your car's paint from oxidizing, preventing it from fading and wearing a dull look. This is absolutely critical if you park your car outside. Chemical stains arising from acidic contaminants in the air is another potential damage to your car.

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.

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Can I 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.

How much does Xpel ceramic coating cost?

The initial cost of ceramic coating runs about $700. While this may seem like a high price, a professional detailing session can easily cost $200 or more.

How long does SiO2 coating last?

How long does SiO2 Liquid Glass last on surfaces? In certain environments, our coatings may last in the 10's of years. We now offer warranties of 2 years.

Can I ceramic coat my exhaust?

You can ceramic coat any part of your exhaust - the manifold/headers, hot-side turbocharger housing, downpipe, catalytic converter, X-pipes, and muffler.

Does ceramic coating keep heat out?

Ceramic is naturally heat resistant, making it capable of withstanding high temperatures. Different coatings are rated to different heat levels, depending on the intended application, and each coating drastically improves the durability of the header.

Does ceramic coating help with heat?

These coatings prevent corrosion, increase durability and provide thermal insulation. Ceramic coating is an excellent thermal barrier. By doing so, ceramic coating reduces under-hood heat temperatures which will increase horsepower.

How do you maintain ceramic coating?

What do you use to prep paint for ceramic coating?

We recommend using Wipe Out to prepare the surface for coating, which will remove any lingering and leftover waxes, sealants or glazes. Use a clean and lint-free premium microfiber towel for best results. Now that the surface is perfectly clean and residue-free, you are ready to apply your ceramic coating!

Is SiO2 ceramic coating?

The SiO2 (silicon dioxide) ceramic coating is the most well known and widely used version of ceramic coating. It achieves a hardness of up to 9H (highest verifiable rating) on the hardness scale. SiO2 coatings typically provide a slicker surface and deeper/richer color than other coatings.

What if it rains after ceramic coating?

Ceramic coatings need to cure for around 24 hours before being exposed to rain. Your car will need to be garaged overnight unless the weather forecast is for no rain.

How often should I ceramic coat my car?

Finally, you're probably asking yourself “How often should I maintain my ceramic coating?” The answer is a bit more complicated to answer in simplicity since each vehicle is different than the next. In most cases, we recommend revitalizing your coating in some shape or foam every 2-3 months for optimal results.

Is ceramic coating better than wax?

Ceramic protectants are better than wax at resisting heat, UV rays, bird droppings, environmental pollution & road grime. On the other hand, wax is safer (even when not applied properly) both to you and to your car's paint job, while also being less harmful to the environment.

Which is better Xpel or 3M?

Self-Healing Properties

XPEL Clear Brand outperforms 3M when regarding self-healing properties. Even though 3M was the first company to enter the clear paint film industry, XPEL manufactured the first-ever self-healing film, which means that a scratched surface looks new shortly, even after a scratch.

Can you wax over Xpel?

Can the film be waxed? While you can wax the film, be sure the product you are using doesn't contain Naphtha or Kerosene in concentrations over 5%, and avoid waxes that contain dyes. For best results, we recommend using our XPEL Flawless Finish Paint Protection Film Sealant or XPEL Ceramic Boost.

How long does Xpel ceramic coating last?

4 YEAR WARRANTY

Your application of XPEL FUSION PLUS Ceramic Coating is guaranteed for 4 years from the initial installation.

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.

Does clay bar remove ceramic coating?

The second method for removing ceramic coatings requires the use of a clay bar, clay mitt, or clay towel. While “claying” a vehicle is a crucial step in the surface prep process, cutting back on the amount of lubrication used turns this synthetic material into an incredibly potent ceramic coating removal tool.

How do you tell if a car has been 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.