How often should a ceramic coating be washed?

Rinsing off contaminants like bird droppings or bug splatter within a few days is the highest-impact habit; a full wash with pH-neutral soap on a regular schedule (weekly to biweekly for most daily drivers) keeps the coating performing well.

Can you use an automatic car wash on a ceramic-coated car?

It's better to avoid automatic tunnel washes with brushes and harsh detergents, which can degrade a coating's surface over repeated use -- hand washing with pH-neutral soap preserves the coating far longer.

Does ceramic coating prevent scratches and rock chips?

No -- a ceramic coating adds a hard, hydrophobic layer but does not prevent physical damage like rock chips or deep scratches. This is an important expectation to set with customers at the point of sale.

Ceramic Coating Maintenance: What Customers Need to Do Between Details

A ceramic coating isn't maintenance-free. Here's the simple between-visit care routine that keeps a coating performing and cuts down on comeback complaints.