A ceramic coating is a liquid polymer that cures into a hard, semi-permanent layer bonded to your clear coat. Done right, it resists UV, oxidation, water spotting, light chemical attack and road grime for years, and it makes every wash faster. Done wrong — over uncorrected paint, with a rushed prep — it locks in every defect. At LUXE, the prep is the product.
Why a coating beats wax and sealant
Wax lasts weeks. A good sealant lasts months. A professionally applied ceramic coating lasts years, with hardness and chemical resistance neither can match. In Central Florida — relentless UV, afternoon rain, sprinklers, love bugs twice a year — a coating is the difference between paint that still looks new at year three and paint that has quietly dulled.
Our five-step coating process
- Deep decontamination wash. PureWash™ hand wash, iron removal and clay so the surface is chemically clean.
- Paint correction. The critical step. Swirls, light scratches and oxidation are polished out so the coating seals in a corrected finish, not defects.
- Surface prep & panel wipe. Every trace of polishing oil is removed so the coating can bond directly to the clear coat.
- Coating application. Professional-grade coating applied panel by panel under inspection lighting.
- Curing & final inspection. Controlled cure time, then a full inspection and care instructions.
Protection options
LUXE offers 3-year, 5-year and 7-year coating options. The longer options use more durable coating systems and more preparation. Wheels, trim and glass can also be coated. Coatings are suitable for matte and satin finishes with the appropriate product. Pricing depends on vehicle size, paint condition and the option chosen, and is quoted after inspection.
Coating brand, layer count and any manufacturer-backed warranty terms are confirmed in writing at booking. LUXE does not publish warranty language on this page.
What a coating is not
A ceramic coating is not paint protection film. It will not stop rock chips or deep scratches, and it is not “never wash again.” It makes washing easier and safer, and it needs correct maintenance — pH-neutral hand washing, no abrasive polishes, no automatic washes. We’ll show you the routine, and our membership plans exist to make it effortless.
What to expect
- Corrected, gloss-restored paint underneath the coating
- Dramatic water beading and self-cleaning behaviour
- Easier washing for years
- A documented process and care sheet
- Not a substitute for paint protection film against rock chips.
- Requires maintenance — poor washing habits will shorten any coating's life.
- A coating cannot be applied over failing, peeling or heavily oxidized clear coat; we'll identify this at inspection.
Benefits
- Years of UV, chemical and water-spot resistance
- Deep, glossy finish
- Faster, safer washes
- Protects the value of the vehicle