Category Archives: Ceramic Coatings

BMW with PlasmaCoat, carnauba wax outdated

Why Carnauba Wax is Outdated & Coatings Are King

“Wax on, wax off,” instructs Mr. Miyagi to his young protege.  At the time The Karate Kid was filmed (1984), carnauba wax was king. But the times, they are a-changing. Nowadays, coatings are king of the block. Today, we examine the rise and fall of carnauba wax and discuss why coatings are now the best choice […]

Why Dr. Beasley's Doesn't Use Graphene

Why We Don’t Use Graphene in Our Formulas

Every few years, the detailing industry finds a new “game changing” feature for ceramic coatings. In the late 2010s, it was all about “9H” hardness. Now the new buzzword is “graphene”.  You see it on labels. You hear it in product launches. You read claims about “heat dissipation”, “anti-static behavior”, increased durability, superior protection.  So […]

Water beads on a paint surface treated with Bead Hero.

Do “Ceramic” Coating Sprays Actually Work?

Entry-level ceramic coating sprays like Lifeproof have become a popular choice for car enthusiasts and everyday drivers looking to protect their vehicle’s paintwork. These coatings provide a layer of protection against environmental contaminants, UV damage, and minor scratches, enhancing the appearance and longevity of a car’s finish. However, there are significant differences between entry-level spray […]

How To Wash Car After Ceramic Coating

Knowing how to wash car after ceramic coating is the most important part of keeping your vehicle protected for as long as possible. Nanocoatings aren’t a one-and-done thing—you need to actively maintain them. Here’s what you absolutely need to know about washing a ceramic coated vehicle: Wash Regularly Just because you’ve got a coating doesn’t […]

Don’t buy a ceramic coating unless you know this

When water comes into contact with a car treated with a hydrophobic ceramic coating, it forms into small orbs on the surface instead of pooling. If those beads remain on the surface, and no one is there to dry them off, they can quickly turn into water spots, or, if you’re dealing with acid rain, […]

Matte white Ferrari 458 Speciale with blue stripes protected using Dr. Beasley’s matte paint coating pro system

Dr. Beasley’s Protects 1 of 1 Matte Ferrari 458 Speciale With Matte Paint Coating Pro

Springfield, IL-based detailer AZS Auto Solutions recently protected a 1 of 1 factory matte Ferrari 458 Speciale with Dr. Beasley’s Matte Paint Coating Pro and the results are nothing short of stunning. This vehicle was custom-ordered from Ferrari by a high net worth client with no expense spared. The 458 is a “collector” car in […]

Behind-the-scenes detailing image showing application of Matte Paint Coating Pro on a 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class (G-Wagen)

Behind the Scenes: Applying Matte Paint Coating Pro to a 2019 G-Wagen

Last week the crew at FFIILLMM, LLC came out to Dr. Beasley’s HQ to capture us applying Dr. Beasley’s Matte Paint Coating Pro to a customer’s 2019 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG in designo Night Black Magno. This G-Wagen was an absolute beauty, so we made sure to get plenty of behind-the-scenes shots along the way. Upon […]

Header image reading “Small Beads, Big Problems,” showing water spots and mineral deposits on a ceramic-coated car surface

Why Small Beads Do Big Damage (And How To Prevent It)

Sure, water beading up on your car might look cool, but unless those beads are sliding off your finish, they can cause a bit of damage down the road, especially if left to sit, with water spots on ceramic coating being a prime example. Now, with bigger beads, this isn’t so much of a problem—they […]

The Final Finish quick detailer spray with box

Nano Coating Maintenance

Our nano coating lasts up to 3 years. It protects paint from staining, fading, etching, and it’s scratch resistant. It also produces a seriously amazing, cold, sharp gloss and is insanely hydrophobic. If  you’ve already used it on your car, you already know that. If you haven’t used it, try it out. Customers often ask […]