Free guide to help you cut to the chase when considering a ceramic coating for your vehicle
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So, you’ve decided that you want to protect your paint with a ceramic coating that EVERYBODY seems to be talking about!
Your ride is your pride and joy, and you want to protect your investment with the best possible ceramic coating available. Now your journey begins, “which coating do I choose?”
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The answer to this question is critical. It is easy to become overwhelmed searching the internet for answers, and it very quickly becomes confusing. Having said that, we are so glad you visited our site and we hope this article offers you some insights and guidance to help you in your purchase decision. Yes, we would love your business, but more importantly, our goal is to help you learn more about ceramic coatings by sharing our knowledge and experience. Together, we will explore topics and factors to consider when researching and comparing ceramic coatings options including:•Buying online products and the risks of doing it yourself•Determining if the product is truly ceramic.
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Understanding ‘thickness’ and what is considered ‘superior’ ceramic protection•Explaining the hardness of ceramic coatings (defining 9H) A look at cure-times for ceramic coatings
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BUYER BEWARE OFCERAMIC COATING ONLINE SALES & DIY
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Some consumers choose to purchase ceramic coatings online. Unfortunately, you never truly know what are you are getting for your money, and equally as troubling, there is a very real possibility of incorrectly applying the ceramic coating yourself. We often hear; I can just order that same product on-line for a lot less money and apply it myself, why would I pay you?
There’s no going back after an application mishap, and in many cases a repainting of the vehicle is required. If you select to purchase a ceramic coating , be sure it is a true ceramic coating. Your decision to treat your ride to a ceramic coating was the right one, but here lies the problem:
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You either paid someone money to do the necessary paint correction or were able to power polish your own vehicle prior to applying the coating. After applying the less expensive coating, it initially appears to be coated just like the true 9H coating. However, after a few months of exposure to environmental elements and washing, your vehicle starts to lose the hydrophobicity and high gloss shine. This is an indicator that the inferior coating is wearing off. Your paint is NOT protected anymore as promised by the advertisement. Scratches, blemishes and swirl marks are appearing in your clear coat paint again, and a paint correction process needs to be repeated before reapplying another coating. Although you initially may spend less money upfront, over time it will be very costly as more money will need to be invested to ensure your vehicle is properly protected and maintained.
IS THE PRODUCT REALLY A CERAMIC COATING?
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Let's Take A look at ceramic coating properties, ingredients & self-levelling attributes. We have researched and studied properties in many ceramic coatings and discovered most products do not contain sufficient ceramic material…thereby making it impossible to achieve a 9H hardness. Many brands misrepresent their products as ceramic-quality and mislead customers by selling them less durable coatings Traditional Silica (Si02) materials degrade when heated and are easily destroyed by wash and wear. Another important feature to look for in a ceramic coating is self-levelling properties. Many products do not have a self-levelling feature which is absolutely required to achieve a superior finish and a perfected smooth coating. Self-levelling allows the ceramic coating to form along your vehicle’s surface and create continuity without causing high or low spots.
Important Warning:
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All coatings have ingredients that create some level of permanency, so it is important to have your vehicle paint-corrected prior to ceramic coating applications. Coatings will NOT hide scratches and blemishes in paint. It is a time-consuming process to correctly perfect the paint and will add expense to a ceramic application. Of course, the best time to install a ceramic coating is when your vehicle is brand new, and done by a professionally trained installer.
WHAT THICKNESS OF COATING IS CONSIDERED SUPERIOR CERAMIC PROTECTION?
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Does thickness of ceramic coatings really matter? The straight answer is YES. Because many brands don’t self-level, installers must be very careful to apply only a very thin layer to avoid high spots or noticeable ridges in the coating. Most products provide only 1 or even less microns of thickness per coat and lack the ingredients necessary to offer proper strength in a single layer. Because these types of coatings can only offer thin layers of protection, installers have no choice but to apply extra layers to build thickness. Your cost and delivery time keeps rising with each additional layer and adding layers of inferior strength products is of little benefit. In your purchasing decision, if you opt to buy only one or two layers of inferior ceramic coatings, you will not get the protection you were expecting. A thin coating is not durable and if it is not a true ceramic coating it will wear down and a re-application will be necessary. Some coatings have proven to last for only 3 to 6 months before they have either worn off or washed away by low and high pH chemicals used in touchless washes, not to mention bug removers, tar and tree sap removing type cleaners.
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Consumers are persuaded to purchase four to seven, and even up to 10 coats for the vehicle’s ‘lifetime’ warranty. It’s important to read the fine print. Most warranties offer: 1 coat for a one-year warranty; 2 coats for a two-year warranty; 4 coats for a five-year warranty; etc.
“The RHINO” Difference
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Rhino Ceramic Coatings provide the thickest layer of TRUE CERAMIC protection. The ultimate single-layer, state-of-the-art quartz coating infused with the latest in technology. This groundbreaking product redefines excellence, offering an unrivaled combination of a slick and high gloss finish. Elevate your vehicle’s protection and aesthetics to new heights with our cutting-edge quartz coating, setting the standard for superior performance and stunning results.Professional-Grade Formula, tailored to deliver exceptional outcomes.
Curing Times:Tack-Free:
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Tack-Free: 1 hours
12 hours Initial Curing:
14 hours First Wash:
30 days Full Curing:
This revolutionary product offers a seamless application process, making it super easy to apply, while delivering an ultra slick and high gloss finish. Experience the pinnacle of protection and aesthetics with our cutting-edge quartz coating. For optimal results, consider applying a layer of RHINO TOP COAT while the previous one is still “liquid” to guarantee complete coverage.
DEFINING HARDNESS OF CERAMIC COATINGSAND WHAT IS 9H?
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The hardness of protective coatings is measured according to the pencil scale. The maximum measurable hardness of the pencil test can only be 9H. There is no way of testing higher with this type of test! A vehicle’s paint has a maximum hardness of 3H. Many brands promote their ceramic coatings to a 9H, but do not have the testing certification to back it up. Just a few products available on the worldwide markets are certified and independently awarded with a 9H hardness certificate. Many brands misrepresent their products as ceramic quality and mislead customers by selling them less durable coatings. Ask your installer for documentation to back their claims.
“The RHINO Difference
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Our 9H is tested and certified by TÜV SÜD to achieve the highest possible protection and has surpassed a 9H hardness rating. RHINO didn’t stop there! Acid and Alkali tests were also performed by TUV and passed with flying colors.
WHY CHOOSE RHINO BRAND
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•Providing maximum ceramic protection for your vehicle with patented formula.
•7, 10 and Lifetime Year warranty against coating fading, peeling yellowing, cracking or washing off.
•Does NOT require a yearly inspection or re-application to maintain warranty status
•9H Hardness, Acid and Alkili Certified Permanent Coating
•True Ceramic Coating•Incomparable Thickness:
•Self-Levelling•Superior hydrophobicity
•Superior Gloss
Brand new is the best time to get your vehicle coated, as it hasn’t been subjected to: •incorrect washing procedures (creating swirls), •damage from elements,
•bugs, bird droppings, tree sap and road tar,
•and all the other unforeseen circumstances that can damage your paint.