Red Corvette and silver Mercedes-AMG GT receiving ceramic coating at APES
Apes // Ceramic Coating

Gloss that fights back.

A professional ceramic system, applied after real correction work — not sprayed over swirl marks and called a day.

9H+Hardness Rating
<90°Water Contact Angle
UV& Chemical Resistant
Black Honda Civic finished in ceramic coating
Full-System Ceramic — Civic
Why Ceramic

Wax fades. This doesn't.

A ceramic coating bonds to the clear coat and cures into a hard, glass-like layer instead of sitting on top the way wax or sealant does. The result is a finish that sheds water, resists UV fade and chemical etching, and stays glossy long after a wax job would've washed away.

  • Deep, reflective gloss that holds up over years, not weeks
  • Hydrophobic surface sheds water, dirt, and road grime
  • Resists UV oxidation, bird droppings, and chemical etching
  • Makes every future wash faster and safer on the paint
How It's Done

Correction first. Coating second.

Any ceramic product will fail early over unaddressed swirl marks and contamination. We don't skip steps to save time.

01

Decontamination Wash

Snow foam, iron removal, and clay treatment strip bonded contaminants from the clear coat.

02

Multi-Stage Correction

Machine polishing under grid lighting removes swirl marks and fine scratches, panel by panel.

03

Panel Wipe-Down

A final solvent wipe removes polishing oils so the ceramic bonds directly to bare clear coat.

04

Ceramic Application & Cure

Coating is applied panel-by-panel, flashed, and cured under controlled shop conditions.

FAQ

Before you ask.

How long does a ceramic coating actually last?

It depends on the coating system and how the vehicle is maintained, but professionally applied ceramic systems are generally built to outlast wax or sealant many times over. We'll walk you through what to expect for your specific vehicle and use case during your quote.

Will ceramic coating stop rock chips and scratches?

No — ceramic coating protects against chemical, UV, and light abrasion damage, but it won't stop a rock chip or a deep scratch. That's what Paint Protection Film is for, which is why we pair the two.

Do I need paint correction if my car is new?

Usually, yes. Even new vehicles pick up wash-induced swirl marks and light defects from dealer prep and transport. We inspect under grid lighting and scope only the correction your paint actually needs.

How soon can I wash the car after coating?

We'll give you a cure-time window before the first wash, plus maintenance guidance so the coating keeps performing the way it should.

Protect What You Drive

Get a ceramic coating quote.

Tell us about your vehicle and current paint condition — we'll recommend the right level of correction and coating.