Protection
Sealant or ceramic: which one is right for your car?
Both protect the paint and make water bead off, but they aren't the same.
Sealant
It's a synthetic layer applied in minutes, in our case as foam after the wash. It lasts weeks, not years, and is renewed with every wash. It's the simplest way to keep paint protected and glossy. We include it in all our packages.
Ceramic coating
It's a much harder layer that bonds to the paint and lasts years, depending on the product. Before applying it, the paint has to be decontaminated and polished, because ceramic seals in whatever is underneath: any scratches get sealed in too. It needs a few hours to cure, in the shade or in a garage.
Who is each one for?
- Sealant: if you wash your car often and want protection without a big investment.
- Ceramic: if your car is new or you'll keep it for years, if it parks in the sun, or if you want faster upkeep.
Ceramic doesn't stop a car from getting dirty; it makes it easier to clean and spares the paint. It still needs maintenance washes.