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Ceramic Coating or Wax: Which Paint Protectant Is Better For Your Car?

Updated: Jul 14, 2023


Paint protectant is a key part of car detailing that is crucial to the long term protection of a car's exterior paint. There are a variety of options that customers can choose from and its important that car owners understand what they are and which one they should choose. In this blog post we will explore wax and ceramic coating, and explain why ceramic coating stands superior.


Car detailed with ceramic coating used as paint protectant

Wax


Wax is traditional paint sealant and has been a staple option for years. Wax provides a hydrophobic barrier and protection against UV rays, minor scratches, and oxidation. It also gives a car's exterior a glossy finish and warm shine. Despite its advantages, however, wax has a shorter lifespan that other options and requires a more frequent application to maintain protection. Overall, although wax has been a long-standing option for customers, there have been relatively recent innovations that has revolutionized the industry.


Ceramic Coating


Ceramic coating is a cutting-edge product that has quickly risen in popularity amongst car detailers and owners. Ceramic coating comes in two forms: concetrated and spray. The concentrated form is the most effective, however the spray is still an effective paint protectant for a lower price.


Due to the chemical bonds formed by the product and vehicle's paintwork, ceramic coating has a longevity that surpasses wax. Typically, the concentrated forms of ceramic coating last for 2-5 years and the spray forms last for 3-6 months. Ceramic coating also offers a superior hydrophobic coating with enhanced protection from UV rays, oxidation, and scratches. Finally, ceramic coating is improves the aesthics of cars by adding depth, clarity, and a glossy shine to a car's paint. It's clear why professional retailers prefer ceramic coating, whether in its concentrated or spray form, over wax.

Use Ceramic Coating In Your Next Car Detail

In conclusion, ceramic coating outperforms wax in many areas as a paint protectant. It provides cars with greater longevity, stronger protection, and enhanced aesthetic appeal. Whether you have the ceramic coating applied in its concentrated or spray form, you can be confident that it is the better choice for your car.


At Texas Mobile Detailing Crew, we utilize topline products to ensure that our customers receive high quality service when they book a car detail with us. This is includes using ceramic coating spray as a paint protectant. Click below to check out our services and book a detail with us today to give your car the care that it deserves!




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