Tips for Properly Washing Your Car After Ceramic Coating

Wait Before Washing the Coat

After professionally applying the ceramic coating, your first instinct might be to wash it. This period directly after applying the coat is essential, and it’s best to leave it alone for some time before you attempt any cleaning. The coating needs to remain dry for 24 hours after the coating is applied.

On average, you should wait about a week before you start scrubbing your car; this will give the coat time to set and cure properly. The more time the coating has to cure the better it is for the coating.

Maintain a Regular Schedule

After you wait a week, you need to start staying on top of regular cleaning and maintenance. Most often, this takes the form of washing the car down whenever too much dirt or grime cakes onto the body.

Your ceramic coat will protect your vehicle from these tiny particulates, but leaving them on can degrade the coat. At the very least, you need to give your car a good washing every two weeks; ideally, you should do it every week, but not everyone has the time for that.



Be Careful of Scuffs and Swirls

When cleaning, don’t use anything too abrasive; you may unintentionally scratch the coating during the process. Because of the risk you may pose to the coat, you should use grit guards and soft microfiber washcloths.

These methods ensure that you don’t scuff the coating or create swirls in the surface, reducing its effectiveness and leaving unsightly marks. You also need to be careful of the cleaning products you use. It’s best to use pH-neutral shampoos and washes, or dedicated shampoos specifically for ceramic coating. These Weill help maintain your coating for years to come.



 
Protect Your Car

Knowing how to properly protect your car’s ceramic coating is essential to the everyday maintenance of your vehicle. Poor cleaning techniques will ruin the coat, making it as though you never applied it to begin with. Look into mobile ceramic coating services to ensure a proper application, as they’ll do the job right the first time.