The coatings will cure enough to drive outside within 48 hours. Depending on the type of ceramic coating, the typical curing process takes up to two weeks. This is the period that we recommend waiting before washing the vehicle.

Whether you choose an entry-level Ceramic Coating or a Lifetime Package, taking care of any ceramic-coated vehicle follows a simple six-step process.

Step 1: Always wash your coated car or vehicle at least every 30 days. With a ceramic coating, you must remove surface debris every few weeks. You can occasionally use a foam cannon and high-pressure hose to rinse and wash a ceramic-coated vehicle.

Step 2: Use the Two Bucket car wash technique. We strongly recommend completing a hand wash using the two-bucket car washing method at least once monthly. This will remove stubborn debris and contaminants, like bird droppings, tree sap, industrial toxins, pollen build-up, and more. These substances can lead to cross-contamination, reducing ceramic coatings’ hydrophobic properties.

Step 3: Use the Right Ceramic Coating Aftercare Soap. Americana Global Ceramic Aftercare shampoo is specifically formulated to maintain ceramic-coated vehicles. The key is not to use car soaps with wax or petroleum distillates or have high or low pH levels. You can use a foam gun or pressure washer and foam cannon for weekly standard home washing.

Step 4: Avoid washing direct sunlight or warm to the touch surfaces. Car washes should always be completed in the shade or early in the morning – late in the afternoon. The key is NOT to wash any warm or hot vehicle to the touch.

Step 5: Use a dedicated microfiber drying towel. Once washing the vehicle, use a dedicated microfiber drying towel to remove all standing water. This will help to reduce water spotting.

Step 6: Always follow up with annual inspections. Each Ceramic Coating package – including our Crystal Package, Pro Package, and Max Package – and the new Ultimate Armor package will require an annual inspection completed by a certified Ceramic Pro auto detailing installer.

This allows them to complete a detailed decontamination wash, removing debris from the surface that can ‘clog the coatings.’ They’ll also be able to inspect the coating and apply a ceramic coating boost to improve the self-cleaning effect.

DO NOT:

• Abrade the surface: no hard brushing, no drive-thru car washes, no dry towel wiping
• Do not park under a shedding tree
• Do not leave hard water to dry on the paint during washing or from sprinklers

DO:

• If you need to clean, lubricate the surface with the recommended detail spray or wash solution
• Always use microfiber towels, especially during the curing process