Ceramic Coating
A durable layer that bonds to your clear coat for multi-year protection. Easier washing, deep gloss, and real resistance to everyday grime — with machine-polishing correction included so the finish underneath is clean before the coating goes on.
Coating Packages
Both include paint correction prep. The difference is the level of correction and the coating's durability term.
5-Year Ceramic Coating
Daily drivers and newer vehicles wanting long-term gloss and easier washes.
- Includes 1-step paint correction prep
- 5-year ceramic liquid applied to the clear coat
- Hydrophobic surface that sheds water and grime
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- ›Paint inspected under dedicated lighting to map defects
- ›Safe foam wash and full decontamination (iron fallout + clay bar)
- ›1-step machine polish to refine light swirls, haze, and wash marring
- ›Panel-wiped to remove polishing oils for a bare bonding surface
- ›5-year ceramic coating applied to the painted panels
- ›Coating leveled and flashed to the manufacturer's spec
- ›Hydrophobic surface that sheds water, grime, and makes washing easier
10-Year Ceramic Coating
Enthusiast and luxury vehicles kept for the long haul.
- Includes 2-step paint correction prep
- 10-year professional ceramic coating
- Wheel face and glass ceramic application included
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- ›Everything in the 5-Year package
- ›2-step machine polish: a compounding cut for deeper defects, then a jewel finishing polish
- ›Maximum clarity and gloss before the coating bonds
- ›10-year professional ceramic coating applied to painted panels
- ›Ceramic coating applied to wheel faces for easier wheel cleaning
- ›Ceramic coating applied to exterior glass for hydrophobic visibility
- ›Highest level of prep and the longest durability term KlenCars offers
Real protection, in plain terms
Hydrophobic Surface
Water and grime roll off instead of clinging. Washing takes less effort and is gentler on the paint.
Deep Gloss
The clear coat looks deeper and more reflective, with a wet look that lasts well beyond a fresh wax.
Everyday Resistance
Resists UV exposure, bird droppings, and bonded contaminants far better than bare paint.
A ceramic coating makes maintenance easier and protects against everyday contamination — it is not scratch-proof, rock-chip-proof, or maintenance-free. Regular washing is still needed.
Correction is the prep. Coating is the protection.
A coating locks in whatever is underneath it. If swirls or oxidation are present, they stay visible under the coating. That's why every KlenCars coating package includes paint correction — machine polishing that levels and refines the clear coat before the coating is applied. The gloss you see on day one is the gloss you keep.
Dull paint, restored depth
The same panel before correction and coating, and after — with a deep, mirror-like finish.
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Ceramic Coating FAQs
Do you come to my home or office?+
Yes. KlenCars is fully mobile — we bring our own water, power, and equipment to your driveway or workplace in Austin and the surrounding areas. You don't need to provide water or electricity.
How long does a detail take?+
It depends on the service and the condition of the vehicle. An interior refresh may take a couple of hours; a full detail or ceramic coating can take most of a day. We confirm the expected time before your appointment.
Do I need to be there the whole time?+
No. Once we're set up and have access to the vehicle, you can go about your day. We only need to reach you to confirm the scope and hand the keys back.
What if the weather is bad?+
We monitor the forecast and will reach out to reschedule if heavy rain or storms would affect the quality of the work. Light cover or a garage helps, but isn't required for most services.
Which service should I choose?+
If you want both inside and out, start with a Full Detail. If your paint looks dull or feels rough, Exterior or a Ceramic Coating may be right. You can also send your details through the quote form and we'll recommend the best fit.
What does a ceramic coating actually do?+
It's a liquid that chemically bonds with your clear coat to form a durable protective layer. It makes the surface hydrophobic — water and grime roll off more easily — adds gloss, and makes routine washing faster and gentler on the paint.
Will a coating prevent all scratches and rock chips?+
No. A ceramic coating reduces wash-induced marring and resists everyday contamination, but it is not scratch-proof or rock-chip-proof. It's protection against grime and easier maintenance, not armor against impacts.
Why is paint correction included?+
A coating locks in whatever is underneath it. If there are swirl marks or oxidation under the coating, they stay visible. Correction levels and refines the clear coat first, so the gloss you see on day one is the gloss you keep.