Can You Put Ceramic Coating Over Wax?

Ceramic coating is the ultimate in paint protection. But how is it applied and can it be put over wax? This, and many other ceramic coating application FAQs are something that the following guide will make crystal clear—a bit like the coating itself, huh! (Did you see what we did there…?) 

Read on to get the lowdown on installing ceramic coating on your car.

Clear Bra Car Protection the Commonly Used Term for Ceramic Coating

• What is clear bra car paint protection?
• Why clear bra?

What is clear bra car paint protection?

Ceramic coating is often called clear bra. Paint protection film (PPF) may also be referred to in the same way. Both provide excellent protection to a vehicle’s factory paintwork. However, the latter is, as the name suggests, a film that’s applied to the car. Ceramic coating uses advanced nanotechnology to add a layer of clear ceramic crystals over the entire car. These adhere to the surface, creating a tough protective exterior that shines like you’ve never seen before.

Why clear bra?

Ceramic coating, or clear bra, is the ultimate way to protect a vehicle’s great looks. It prevents scratches and swirl marks, as well as paint fade from UV rays and other environmental elements.

Because it protects the original paintwork beneath it, a clear bra installation can dramatically increase the resale value of a vehicle in the long term.

The Dos and Don’ts of Clear Bra & Car Wax 

• The clear bra application process

The clear bra application process

Paintwork protection comes in different levels. The first is car wax, followed by PPF, with ceramic coating clear bra being the standout superstar of paint protection.

When a ceramic coating is installed, it must be done over a spotlessly clean vehicle. This means no dirt, debris, or car wax. The reason for this is that the particles undergo a chemical reaction that allows them to adhere to the paintwork itself. If there was wax left on the paintwork, this would prevent this from happening correctly. The coating would not only fail prematurely, but it certainly wouldn’t have the gleaming finish so typical of clear bra. 

What this means in a practical sense is that the only guaranteed way to ensure the eye-popping shine associated with a ceramic coating is to have it carried out professionally. 

Still not convinced? Consider this… 

• The preparation of the paintwork takes hours to complete
• Every speck of dirt, grease, dust, or wax must be removed
• This prep must take place in a semi-sterile environment to ensure no contamination occurs after its complete
• The ambient temperature must be just right—not too hot and not too cold
• Adequate time is needed for the ceramic coating to cure. This is typically overnight

These conditions make DIY ceramic installation virtually impossible. You should also ask any potential service provider how they carry out the process, where they do it, and—if possible—ask to see examples of their handiwork. Any good professional installer will be happy to answer your questions and show off previous examples.

Ready for Clear Bra Car Paint Protection? Contact Auto SuperShield Today

When it comes to getting clear bra right, you simply can’t beat the passion and expertise on offer at Auto SuperShield. Our installation technicians are highly experienced, our premises have been created to ensure just the right environment for installation, plus we’re pretty proud of our customer service too. 

When you invest in clear bra paint protection then you deserve the very best. At Auto SuperShield, that’s what we endeavor to bring to each and every customer. 

Discover more at https://www.autosupershield.com/paint-protection-films and call today for a friendly chat.