Aftercare Instructions

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When cured, Ceramic coatings are extremely durable and produce a hydrophobic surface. This means that most debris will not bond to the coated surface within a few days of exposure. However, if sticky debris such as bird droppings, bug splatter, tree sap, pollen, or tar lands on the coating, and it’s exposed to directly sunlight and heat, the contaminant may bond. We highly recommend spot cleaning areas of the vehicle that are contaminated with debris as soon as possible. This includes standing water caused by rain, puddles, sprinklers, and exposure to salt water.

If you don’t have this product, use two, plush microfiber towels. Saturate the first one with water to remove any debris. Use the second dry microfiber towel to dry the surface.

For best results the car should be washed every two weeks to avoid excessive contamination build-up. Use only our recommended soaps listed above. While it is acceptable to use foam cannons with a high-pressure hose, we strongly recommend a two-bucket hand wash to be completed at least every 60-days.

Avoid automatic brush style car washes, and high pH detergent style cleaners, or any cleaning agents with added wax or petroleum distillates – as this may lead to scratching the coated surface.

The best way to maintain the hydrophobic properties of a ceramic coating is to use the recommended supplies and techniques. 

For hand washing, we recommend the two-bucket hand washing technique as follows:

Step 1: Collect Supplies including (3) 3 to 5-gallon buckets, Soap, Fresh water hose (or high-pressure hose with foam cannon), (2) microfiber wash mitts or wash media, a grit guard (strongly recommended), and dedicated microfiber drying towels.

Step 2: Pre-Rinse: Use a garden hose with a high-pressure nozzle to pre-rinse all vehicle surfaces of standing debris, dirt, mud, and other solid objects. If you have a foam cannon, you can use it as a pre-wash as directed on the back of the bottle of recommended Soap.

Step 3: Wash Wheels and Tires First. Using (1) dedicated wash mitt and bucket, rinse all brake dust and debris off each wheel first.Then hand wash them with dedicated wash mat and wheel cleaner.

Wash the wheels and tires then rinse with fresh water. Once all four tires and wheels are washed, pre-rinse the vehicle again with fresh water, as brake dust may be stuck to the vehicle surface. Do NOT dry until completed with car washing.

*Do NOT reuse the same wash mitt or wash bucket used for washing wheels – as brake dust will be embedded in each and will likely scratch your coated surfaces on the vehicle’s paint. Use separate buckets and wash media.

Step 4: Fill (2) wash buckets. Add the grit guard (optional but recommended) to one bucket and fill with 3 gallons of fresh water (no soap). Add soap to the  other bucket, then agitate by adding 3-gallons of high-pressure water. Make sure plenty of suds are produced.

Step 5: Wash one section at a time. For optimal results, begin by washing one panel or vehicle section at a time. Dip your wash mitt or microfiber rag in the soapy water, and wash the vehicle from top to bottom, left to right.

Rinse off each section with fresh water as you complete the section to avoid cross contamination.

Step 6: Dry the vehicle. We recommend drying your vehicle with a dedicated microfiber terry weave drying towel or high-pressure air – followed by a plush microfiber towel. Make sure to dry the vehicle as soon as you are done washing the vehicle.

A great way to wash your Ceramic coated vehicle every few weeks is by using a high-pressure washer, with a medium-grade pressure nozzle and foam cannon attachment. Foam cannons work well.

When using a 32oz foam cannon container, Add water and soap to cannon based on mixture directions. Shake well prior to attaching to the high-pressure washer.

We recommend rinsing all debris off the vehicle with fresh water first, then apply the foam cannon soap to the entire vehicle. Let the soap dwell in a shaded non-warm to the touch area for 3 to 5 minutes. Rinse completely with fresh water, then repeat and hand wash, then dry.

If you prefer to use this washing method, we strongly recommend a traditional two-bucket hand wash every two months – as this will remove contaminants that may have bonded to the coating.

Always dry completely and never leave to “naturally air” dry. Tap water contains minerals that may leave deposits creating water spots. Only use quality microfiber towels for best results and avoid aggressive wiping, allowing the material to absorb the water.