Many don’t know just how beneficial it is to have a ceramic coating on PPF (paint protection film, also known as clear bra). While a clear layer of plastic over your paint will definitely help resist rock chips, it’s not going to bead off water on its own, and it’s certainly not going to resist […]
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When a hydrophobic ceramic coating can’t shed the beads of water it forms, all sorts of damage can arise. Beads can dry into water spots that stain or etch. Acid rain beads can etch and contaminate your coating. Static water beads can even make your ceramic coating scratch! Or get scratched, to be more specific. […]
We’ve outlined to a great extent just how water beads resting on your finish dry into water spots that stain and etch your paint. But etching isn’t caused by water spots alone—insect remains, bird droppings and acid rain can all etch your finish as well. So how exactly does an etch occur? We’re going to […]
As we’ve explained in past articles, static water beads can dry into water spots that can permanently stain and even etch through your finish. At that point you’ll need some machine buffing to get them off, which often means you’re either shaving off precious clear coat or wearing down your coating to the point where […]
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Beads Are Bad. Static water beads, that is. We know, they look cool, and they help you know how to choose a ceramic coating. But if beads aren’t rolling off your car, your coating will end up looking pretty terrible, which means you’ll need to have […]
Just like there’s more than one way to cook an egg, there’s many types of car washes. But don’t take that to mean all washing methods are equal—far from it. Each one comes with its own set of upsides and downsides. Those pros and cons, however, aren’t always clear. That’s why we’re here run down […]
Wondering how you go about taking care of matte paint? You’re in luck. We’re partnering with a major OEM to include a Dr. Beasley’s Matte Paint Prescription with every one of their new factory matte painted vehicles, part of which includes a beginner’s guide to matte paint care. In the spirit of spreading car care […]
It’s probably the most common myth in automotive paint protection: If water’s beading on your paint, your coating/sealant/wax is still protecting the finish from scratching, etching, staining, UV damage, etc. But this couldn’t be farther from the truth. In reality, water beading isn’t dependent on paint protection. It can come and go without the underlying […]
There are a lot of different features and benefits thrown around when it comes to nano coatings, but there’s one important thing that tells you what to know before ceramic coating a vehicle. It all has to do with hydrophobicity and something called a “sliding angle”. People look for hydrophobicity in a coating because it means a self-cleaning […]
Using the right applicator is essential when it comes to applying coatings. Think about it this way: A doctor wouldn’t use a stethoscope to find a broken bone, and a detailer wouldn’t use a tire applicator to apply a ceramic coating. But it’s not just about using the most effective tool, it’s also about the health of the vehicle. A surgeon using the wrong […]