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How do I apply a 9h ceramic coating to my car?
I am so tired of washing my car every week to keep it looking good. I was thinking of getting it coated but I want to do it myself if it's easy enough. How do I apply 9h ceramic coating?
Shannon Martin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A 9H ceramic coating will give your car a long-lasting, fresh from the wash, high-gloss shine. It also repels rainwater and protects your paint from harmful UV rays and pollution. Adding a 9H ceramic coat to your car with a DIY kit is a ** great solution** if you have patience and help.
First, do extensive research on which 9h ceramic coating kit you should purchase. The market has options ranging from $10 to over $400. With this product, you will get what you pay for in quality and longevity.
Here is a list of supplies you will need:
- 9H ceramic coating kit of your choice
- Protective masks, goggles, and gloves
- Wax and silicone-free car wash
- Cutting compound
- Handheld rotary polisher
- Polishing pads
- Thin and smooth micro-fiber cloth
- A friendand a thank you pizza for said friend
There is some prep work involved:
- Make sure the car surface is not hot; the best temperature for coating is 77 ℉.
- Find a dust-free and well-ventilated work area.
- Plan out where you will start coating and complete each section before moving on to the next one.
Next, follow these steps:
- Put on the protective work gear.
- Clean the car thoroughlywith the wax and silicone-free car wash**. Any dirt or silicone coating will stop the 9H coating from bonding to the paint.
- Tape off vehicle parts that do not need coatings like lights and hood ornaments.
- Remove any paint irregularities with the handheld rotary polisher and cutting compound.
- Saturate the micro-fiber with the ceramic coating and apply a thin layer to the car. Aways move in one direction, apply it evenly, and move fast!
- Polish the coated surface within two minutes of the application using a fresh piece of smooth microfiber. Here is where your friend will come in handy; you can not wait more than two minutes to polish the coating or else the curing will not be successful.
And that is it! Park your car in the sun after two hours of curing time to speed up the process. The car will be dry to the touch, but it takes about 10 days to cure fully. Do not rewash the vehicle before then.
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