Is ceramic coating same as clear bra?

Is ceramic coating same as clear bra?

The main difference between clear bra films is the top coat. Ceramic Pro coating provides shine, gloss, and depth that a clear bra can’t. But, clear bra protects against rock chips and scratches, which is something that ceramic coating can’t do.

How can you tell if a coat is ceramic?

If you want to know if a car has a ceramic coating, take the car for a drive. Spray the car with water; as you increase the speed of the vehicle, water beads will gather into streams that will flow from your vehicle. In the absence of ceramic coating, the drops of water will cling to the car’s surface.

What does ceramic coating mean?

Industry-grade ceramic coating is a chemical polymer solution that is applied to the exterior of a vehicle to protect it from external paint damage. Typically applied by hand, it blends with the paint of your car and creates an additional hydrophobic layer of protection.

Which is better PPF or ceramic coating?

PPF provides better protection against damage caused by road debris and rock chips when compared with Ceramic coating. On the other hand, Ceramic coating is a much more permanent solution. PPF offers a lot more protection, however, it must be replaced eventually as the film may turn yellow and get blisters.

Can a clear bra be installed over ceramic coating?

​When you put ceramic coating over a clear bra, you are essentially adding more protection for your vehicle. With the addition of ceramic coating, you create a hydrophobic surface that keeps contaminants off the paint.

Can you wax over ceramic coating?

Just to set the record straight, yes, you can apply car wax to a ceramic coated surface. Routine cleaning, garage storage, and applying a high-grade SiO2 ceramic booster spray on top of your coating has proven time and time again to be the best form of protection.

Do you need ceramic coating after PPF?

A common question we get asked is if it makes sense to get a ceramic coating on top of PPF. Long story short is that it certainly helps improve protection. Adding a ceramic coating to your vehicle will add an amazing protective shield along with many other benefits.

How much does ceramic coating cost?

Depending on the size and condition of your vehicle, the quality of ceramic coating you get, and assuming that you go to a well reputable detailer, get ready to spend anywhere from $1500 to $5750. The average well-used car will cost around $2,000 while a brand new car would cost around $1500.

Can I get PPF after ceramic coating?

As long as you have ceramic applied second, over the top of your SunTek PPF, it won’t affect PPF performance or self-healing ability.