Is clear coat protection worth it?
Yes, it is worth considering because of the money it can potentially save you down the road. If your car is protected, you won’t have to worry about getting it painted before you resell it. The cost of painting a car is quite expensive. It is also a very detailed process that can potentially delay a future sale.
Do you rinse after clear coat protectant?
Always rinse before moving onto wax and clear coat Soap doesn’t chemically react well with the solutions used to maintain your clear coat or the high pressure wax most car washes use. You need to rinse it off first, that’s why the car wash puts the rinse feature after the foaming brush in the order of their features.
Can I go through car wash with ceramic coating?
The short answer is; yes. A ceramic coating gives you a great, super hydrophobic surface that will make your every day driver easier to wash and maintain, and help it keep a nice shine. It’s not a magic force field though, and will require regular maintenance to keep it looking and performing its best.
What is lustra shield?
Lustra Shield LustraShield® with BDR®, is a premium polymer sealant that not only provides a superior shine and protective layer on the vehicles surface, it now repels brake dust on the wheels.
How much does it cost to install Paint Protection Film?
Film material cost $2-3k depending on the brand. 5-6 days time for two people work on one car, based on Australia minimum wage, $1400 for two people. Cost to access digital pattern software $100. Other essential chemical for installation $1-200.
What does triple foam do for your car?
The conditioner/cleaner: Tri-foam works as a soap to help clean the vehicle while typically providing a shine. This product has surfactants similar to those in the other soap products. It protects the vehicle while causing the water to sheet or bead off the surface.
What should you not do after ceramic coating?
During the curing process avoid:
- Parking under a trees specially if there are shedding. You don’t want tree sap on a fresh coating.
- Allowing bird droppings, sap or pollen to sit on the car and bake in the sun.
- Washing or abrading the paint.
What does Scotchgard Pro Series paint protection film do?
Scotchgard™ Paint Protection Film Pro Series (also known as clear bra) offers: Clear car paint protection. Unrivaled scratch and stain resistance. Custom designed clear bra patterns to fit your vehicle. Self-healing technology, which makes most scratches disappear. Tough, durable and maintenance free.
What does 3M clear paint protection film do?
3M’s clear paint protection films are designed to protect your car against the elements and are professionally applied by a paint protection film installer.
Why do you need a windshield protection film?
Protects vehicles’ interiors and their occupants against 99.9% of the sun’s harmful UV rays. Can help keep your windshield intact during an accident, providing increased protection to the occupants of your vehicle. Here are some specifications about the film’s thickness, strength, and hardness, and other details about its performance capabilities:
Can a paint protection film be applied to a whole car?
Paint protection film (clear bra) can be applied to your whole vehicle. Click on the red dots to see common application areas. Or, give your car a whole new look with a full matte paint protection film wrap. Need help finding the right product for your project?