Ceramic Coating Care & Maintenance Guide
Ceramic Coating Care & Maintenance Guide
Thank you for trusting us with your vehicle.
Your car has been protected with a professional XPEL ceramic coating designed to enhance gloss, repel water, and make cleaning easier.
To keep the coating performing at its best for years, proper maintenance is required.
🧼 Routine Washing (Every 2–4 Weeks)
Regular washing prevents contamination from bonding to the surface.
How to wash properly:
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Use a pH-neutral automotive shampoo
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Hand wash only (avoid automatic brush washes)
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Use clean microfiber wash mitts
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Rinse thoroughly
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Dry with quality microfiber drying towels or touchless air
Avoid:
❌ Dish soap
❌ Degreasers
❌ Brush car washes
❌ Letting the vehicle air-dry
🧪 Decontamination / De-Ironizing (Every 3–6 Months)
Over time, brake dust and iron particles embed into the coating and reduce water beading.
Use an iron remover / fallout remover to dissolve contamination.
✅ Safe for paint, wheels, and exterior surfaces.
Steps:
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Wash the vehicle.
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Spray iron remover on paint & wheels.
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Allow it to react (usually turns purple).
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Rinse very well.
This helps restore slickness and hydrophobic performance.
✨ Ceramic Boost / Topper (Every 3–6 Months)
A ceramic booster rejuvenates gloss, slickness, and water behavior.
After washing and drying:
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Spray lightly onto the panel or towel
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Spread evenly
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Buff off with a clean microfiber
Think of this as maintaining or refreshing the coating.
☀️ Good Habits That Make a Big Difference
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Remove bird droppings, bugs, and tree sap as soon as possible
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Wash more often in winter
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Use fresh, clean towels to avoid scratches
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The coating helps resist damage, but it is not scratch-proof
🛑 What Ceramic Coating Does NOT Do
Ceramic coating will NOT:
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Stop rock chips
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Prevent dents
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Make the car immune to scratches
It makes maintenance easier and keeps the vehicle looking better, longer.
📅 Professional Inspections
We recommend maintenance checks every 6–12 months.
We can deep clean the surface and apply a fresh booster to keep everything performing like new.
