Services

PriceProtect™

Compare Car Insurance

Refinance Car Loan

DriveShield™

Drive Well, Earn Perks

GarageGuard™

Get Service Reminders

Insurance

Car Insurance

Compare Car Insurance with Jerry

2024 Car insurance quotes

Cheap car insurance

Best car insurance companies

Shopping for car insurance

Is Jerry a legitimate insurance broker?

Jerry’s Expert Advice

What factors affect car insurance rates?

How does car insurance work?

Types of car insurance

Full coverage car insurance

Car Insurance Estimates

Car insurance by car

Car insurance by location

Home & Renters Insurance

Home Insurance

Compare home insurance quotes

Home & auto insurance quotes

Renters Insurance

Compare renters insurance quotes

Repairs

Car Repair Estimates

Repair Estimates for Popular Services

Oil change cost estimate

Brake pad replacement cost estimate

Battery replacement cost estimate

Timing belt replacement cost estimate

Wheel bearing replacement cost estimate

Spark plugs replacement cost estimate

Rotate tires cost estimate

Transmission fluid service cost estimate

See all 300+ service estimates

Advice

Read Car Content

Browse Jerry Car Advice

How do I know if a mechanic is taking too long?

How to put antifreeze in your car?

What do you do if your car makes a noise?

Read 5,000+ more car advice articles

Check Out Expert Car QnA

Why does my car squeal when I drive?

Do driving warnings go on your record?

How long can you go past your oil change?

How much below MSRP is a good deal?

Learn from 30,000+ more questions

Learn About How We Create Content

Our Editorial Standards

Our Editorial Review Board

Jerry Data & Research

Recent Studies

State of the American Driver (2023)

Memorial Day (2023)

Android vs Iphone (2023)

Auto repairs (2023)

Auto loans study (2023)

Read all recent studies

Comprehensive Data Reports

Jerry Annual Data Report (2023)

Read all data reports

About

MenuIcon

Can you apply wax over ceramic coating?

My car has ceramic coating to protect its paint. My friend got a new wax that looks amazing and I would like to try it, but I’m not sure if it will affect the coating on my car. Can you apply wax over ceramic coating?

Payton Ternus · Updated on Apr 15, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

A fresh wax can make a car look sleek and shiny, but it may not be right for all cars.

Putting wax over a ceramic coating is not recommended. It isn’t the worst thing you could do to the coating, but it can negatively affect its performance.

The wax can leave behind resin, causing debris to stick to it. Wax can also take away from the glossy finish of the ceramic coating. Simply put, the wax would defeat the entire purpose of the ceramic coating.

Whether you’ve spent some money on ceramic coating or wax, it’s nice to save where you can—so let

help you save on

. Jerry makes it easier than ever to find the best savings on the market, plus you won’t get stuck filling out any long forms. You’ll get end-to-end support and save an average of $887 per year!

MORE:

DIY and eco-friendly—these waterless at-home car wash tips save money and the planet

View full answer

WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY

Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.

Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance

Find insurance savings

You Might Also Be Interested

Paint Sealant vs. Car Wax

Generally speaking, car wax gives your paint a better finish and glow, whereas paint sealant is much more durable and produces a high gloss mirror-finish.

What Does Wax Do For a Car?

Ever wondered why people wax their cars? If you haven’t followed suit, we have all the details on why you should consider it!

Colored Car Wax—Does it Really Work?

Colored car wax can help cover micro-scratches, but it’s not necessarily any better than regular car wax.

Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry

2022 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat 0-60 Time

The 2022 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat lives up to its aggressive name with an impressive 0 to 60 mph time of just 3.4 seconds.

Jacqulyn Graber

Are Right-Hand Drive Cars Legal in the US?

You can legally drive a right-hand drive vehicle in the U.S.—but doing so might come with some challenges.

Jacqulyn Graber

How to Choose the Best Car Insurance Deductible

You’ll want to consider the value of your car and your driving risk when choosing your deductible.

Michelle Ballestrasse

What Others Are Asking

What’s the best year for a used GMC Terrain?

I’m looking for a dependable vehicle I can buy used. Is the GMC Terrain reliable? Which model year is the best one to buy pre-owned?

Jacqulyn Graber

Can you flat tow a 2020 GMC Terrain?

We bought a 2020 GMC Terrain for my wife, and she’s decided she wants something smaller, so we've found a buyer. We're planning on driving the vehicle to the buyer because they’re two states over from us. Can we flat tow it behind my pickup truck?

Can you use a Walmart gift card for gas?

My uncle got me a Walmart gift card for my birthday but I don’t really shop there. Can I use it to buy gas, instead?

Browse All Questions

Browse More Content

Car Repair Resources

Insurance for Your Car

Insurance in Your State

Insurance In Your City

Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance

No long forms

No spam or unwanted phone calls

Quotes from top insurance companies

Find insurance savings

Car Insurance by Make

Car Insurance by State

Car Repair by Service

AC Compressor Replacement Cost

Battery Replacement Cost

Fuel Injector Replacement Cost

Fuel Pump Replacement Cost

Ignition Coil Replacement Cost

Oil Change Cost

Oil Pan Replacement Cost

Car Insurance by Company

Aspire Advantage

Assurance America

National General