Ceramic Coating Calgary | GYEON Certified | XPEL Fusion Plus | Kamikaze | Gtechniq
Calgary Ceramic Coatings — Multi-Step Polish + Long-Term Protection
Our Multi-Step Polish + Ceramic Coating ($1,499.99) is a complete paint perfection service: full exterior detail, decontamination, clay bar, iron removal, common-sense multi-step polish, complimentary touch-ups, and premium ceramic coating. Your paint protected for years — not just shiny for a week.
3-day service — we do this properly, not in a few hours. Common-sense correction means we don't cut more clear coat than necessary.
Our Ceramic Coating Services
Two main packages depending on whether your vehicle needs paint correction first.
Multi-Step Polish + Ceramic Coating
Duration: 3 days
Best for: Used vehicles, premium cars, or anyone wanting the full package.
Complete paint perfection — full exterior detail, decontamination, clay bar, iron removal, multi-step polish, complimentary touch-ups, and ceramic coating. Details below.
Book Multi-Step + CeramicNew Vehicle Ceramic Coating
Duration: 2 days
Best for: New vehicles with less than 1,000 km on them.
For paint that's still pristine and just needs protection. Wash, decon, light prep polish to remove any factory transport marring, then ceramic coating application. No heavy correction needed.
Book New Vehicle CeramicWhat's Included in the $1,499.99 Multi-Step Polish + Ceramic Service
Most ceramic coating "deals" you see advertised are coating-only on a freshly washed car. Ours isn't — it's a complete 3-day paint perfection process. Here's exactly what we do.
Day 1 — Preparation & Decontamination
- Full exterior detail — thorough hand wash using pH-neutral shampoo, two-bucket method, microfiber wash mitts. No automatic car wash, no harsh chemicals.
- Iron removal — chemical iron remover dissolves brake-dust contamination embedded in the clear coat. You'll see it turn purple as it works.
- Tar removal — targeted dissolving of road tar and adhesive contaminants.
- Clay bar treatment — pulls bonded contaminants off the paint surface. After clay, your paint should feel like glass.
- Surface prep wipe-down — isopropyl alcohol wipe to remove any polish oils and prepare a clean bond surface.
Day 2 — Multi-Step Paint Correction + Ceramic Coating Application
This is where we differ from most shops. Many places lock you into a "multi-step polish" that runs the same heavy compound on every panel. We don't. We use the right combination for each panel based on what's actually there:
- Heavy correction (when needed): Wet sanding with 2000 → 2500 → 3000 → 5000 grit, then cut polish, medium polish, fine polish. Only used where there are real scratches or heavy oxidation.
- Medium correction: Cut compound + medium polish + fine polish. For panels with moderate swirls or marring.
- Light correction: Just fine polish. For panels that are already in good shape and only need gloss enhancement.
- Different combinations across the car: Hood might need a heavy correction, while doors only need a light polish. We treat each panel based on what it needs.
- Why this matters: Cutting more clear coat than necessary shortens the life of your paint. Common sense says you remove the lightest possible amount that still gets the result.
- Complimentary touch-ups — any chips or small marks we encounter, we apply matched touch-up paint and polish over. Included in the package, no extra charge.
- Final IPA wipe-down — thorough chemical wipe to remove all polish residue. Ceramic doesn't bond to dirty paint.
- Ceramic coating application — coating applied in controlled climate, panel by panel, leveled and buffed properly. Most shops rush this. We don't.
Day 3 — Curing & Final Inspection
- Controlled curing — the coating sits and cures in a controlled environment so it bonds and hardens properly. This is the reason it's a 3-day service rather than something we rush in a few hours.
- Final inspection — under multiple lighting conditions to confirm a flawless finish with no high spots, streaks, or missed areas.
- Aftercare guidance — you leave knowing how to maintain your coating to get the full life out of it.
Why Get a Ceramic Coating?
Ceramic coating is a clear, hardened resin that bonds to your clear coat at a molecular level. The benefits compound over years.
Hydrophobic Surface
Water sheets off your paint instead of pooling. Less water spotting, easier rinse-only washes, faster drying.
Scratch & Swirl Resistance
Much harder than your factory clear coat. Doesn't make your car bulletproof, but light scratching from washing or normal handling is dramatically reduced.
UV & Chemical Resistance
UV radiation, bird droppings, tree sap, road salt — all etch your paint over time. Ceramic creates a sacrificial barrier that takes the hit instead.
Long-Lasting Gloss
The coating optically enhances the polish underneath. Your paint stays glossy for years, not weeks like wax.
Easier Maintenance
Dirt and contaminants struggle to bond to the surface. Quicker washes, less product needed, fewer chemicals.
Better Resale Value
A ceramic-coated vehicle that's been maintained shows much better than a 5-year-old finish with weather damage. Real impact at trade-in.
Frequently Asked Questions
3-day complete process: (1) Full exterior detail wash — (2) Iron and tar decontamination — (3) Clay bar treatment — (4) IPA prep wipe — (5) Common-sense multi-step paint correction (wet sand 2000-5000 grit + cut/medium/fine polish, OR lighter combos depending on what each panel needs) — (6) Complimentary touch-ups on small chips/marks — (7) Ceramic coating application in controlled environment — (8) Curing time — (9) Final inspection under multiple lighting conditions.
Most shops apply the same heavy compound to every panel. We don't. Each panel gets the lightest correction combination that still removes the damage — because cutting more clear coat than necessary shortens the life of your paint. Some panels get full wet sanding + cut + medium + fine polish. Others only need a fine polish. We assess what each panel needs and treat it accordingly.
Depends on the product tier we apply and how the vehicle is maintained. Properly maintained, expect multi-year protection. We'll go over expected lifespan during your consultation based on your driving conditions and wash routine.
No — honest answer. It dramatically reduces light scratching from washing, dust, and normal contact, but it won't stop deep keys or stone chips on a highway. For impact protection too, look at Paint Protection Film (PPF).
Paint correction is always required before ceramic coating — including on brand new vehicles. Here's why: the coating bonds to and locks in whatever surface state your paint is in. If there are swirl marks, marring, or imperfections underneath, the coating seals them in for years — you can't fix them later without stripping the coating off.
Even "new" vehicles have surface defects from factory transport, dealer prep washes, and lot handling. The $799.99 New Vehicle service includes a light prep polish to remove these — not a full multi-step correction, but it's not skipped. Used vehicles get the full multi-step correction in the $1,499.99 service. Either way, correction comes first, coating second.
Because doing it right takes time. Decontamination and prep is a half-day. Multi-step paint correction across a full vehicle is a full day minimum. Coating application and proper curing in a controlled environment is another day. Shops that promise "ceramic coating in 4 hours" are skipping critical steps that affect how the coating bonds and how long it lasts.
Mainly: avoid automatic car washes (they swirl-mark right through any coating), use pH-neutral shampoo, two-bucket method, microfiber wash mitts. We provide aftercare guidance and recommended products when you pick up your vehicle. Periodic boosters extend the life of the coating.
