The ultimate in Protection

Ceramic coatings offer  the very best in paint protection. It outlasts synthetic wax and other sealants and have a life span up to 5 years. There are many coatings on the market and it can be very daunting in making the right selection. There are many variables that go into making the right decision. It can be dictated by certain examples such as your budget, how often the car is driven, what type of driving do you do? Under what kind of conditions is the car driven, is it parked outside or in a garage? And most important what are you looking to get out of the detail and coating?

What is a Ceramic coating?

A ceramic coating or glass type coating is the best way to protect your painted surface. When properly applied it forms a glass like shell that adheres to the existing clear coat giving it a strong extra layer of protection. The coating is stronger than conventional waxes and lasts longer and is more resistant to heat in the hot summer months

Process on applying 

This is a very crucial aspect of coatings  to understand ,  how well the paint is properly prepped will dictate how aesthetically gratifying the finished results will be. Just like when a house painter works on your house, it usually takes the painter 2 to 3 days to properly pressure wash and clean your house, mask everything off patch certain areas etc. The actual paint job itself is a lot faster. !!!PREPPING !!! is 90% of the job in my opinion. Most of the work is in the form of properly doing a certain level of "paint correction" whether it be a light polish to remove light micro  -marring, or a full buff with a abrasive compound and then a polish to remove heavier defects. this is where 90% of the work is done. Some "paint correction" jobs take up to 2 days. Every car is different and we are happy to come out and see what level of paint correction is needed. The reasoning behind this is that the coating enhances the gloss and depth of your paints finish , it makes it look  shinier and glossier . If there are imperfections in the finish that are not properly removed it will magnify these imperfections and they will be sealed under the ceramic coating layer. 

Why choose a ceramic coating?

That is a great question. Ceramic coatings give you the longest lasting in protection it stands  up to  harmful UV rays , your car will stay cleaner longer, and the best benefit is the ease of maintenance , cars that have ceramic coatings are very easy to wash, in some cases the car can be gently rinsed with water. And the best part is there are no longer need for waxing. Ceramic coatings in Phoenix are a good investment given that fact that Summers can prove to be very punishing  on your paints finish. 

What coating is best for me?

There are many coatings on the market and it can be confusing. The coating that we use here at "ENVIOUS"  is the Gtechniq line. We have tried other coatings and Gtechniq "C1" is the coating that has given us the best feedback from our clients. We feel that the Gtechniq line is the best balance of durability , longevity and best affordable price point to fit our clients needs. Now we are happy to install any coating that you are comfortable with. But Gtechniq is the standard on the market with an array of different coatings to protect a number of different aspects of your car, including glass, plastics, wheels and fabric too. They have a testing facility here in Phoenix  to see how their products stand up to the hot southwest climate. So we feel it is a great line in using this very durable product line on our valued clients vehicles. 
We cannot stress enough the process of proper prepping. Below is a slide show of a 2002 BMW X5 that needed serious "paint correction". This in no way is a fast process, every car is different and has unique needs. We here at "ENVIOUS" will take the necessary time required that your car needs to see its full potential in depth and clarity.  This job total time was 27 hours. 
Its important to remember that it is the small details in taking the time to remove the fine hazing and scratching to give the vehicle the best benefit of the product. It also serves a purpose not just cosmetically but functionally as it will give the product the best possible bond with the clear coat, giving it maximum longevity. 

Ceramic Coated cars