Everything You Need To Know About Ceramic Coatings

Summary

This video explores the world of ceramic coatings with Expell, a company that offers realistic insights into the benefits and limitations of these coatings. The new product, Fusion Plus, is a silicon-based coating that bonds with car paint, providing a semi-permanent protective layer. The video clarifies misconceptions, details the application process, and demonstrates the hydrophobic and self-cleaning properties of the coating. It also discusses the compatibility of ceramic coatings with paint protection films, offering a dual-layer protection solution for vehicles.

Takeaways

• 🚗 Expell's Fusion Plus is a silicon-based ceramic coating that creates a bond with car paintwork, offering protection and ease of maintenance.
• 💡 Ceramic coatings are not a magic solution; they do not completely prevent scratches or eliminate the need for washing but provide real benefits like hydrophobic qualities and self-cleaning properties.
• 🔬 The product contains nanoparticles that form an inseparable bond with the car's paint, acting like a semi-permanent wax or sealant with a four-year warranty.
• 🛠️ Proper surface preparation is crucial before application; the paint should be clean and corrected to avoid sealing in swirls or scratches.
• 👨‍🔧 Fusion Plus is applied in sections with a dropper and micro suede towel, requiring a final wipe with a microfiber towel for a clear finish.
• 👷‍♂️ Professional installation is recommended for safety and to ensure correct application, avoiding issues like streaks or sealed dirt.
• 🚫 Post-application, avoid water for the first 24 hours and allow the coating to cure fully for four days to maximize gloss and protection.
• 🌧️ Ceramic coatings enhance the car's hydrophobic properties, making it easier to wash off dirt and water, but washing is still necessary.
• 🧪 Fusion Plus is compatible with paint protection films, adding an extra layer of protection without negating the film's self-healing properties.
• 🛡️ Paint protective films offer more substantial protection against rock chips and scratches compared to ceramic coatings, which focus on appearance and maintenance.
• 🔄 Regular maintenance is recommended, including washing with a 2-bucket method and applying a ceramic boost every 4 to 6 washes to maintain hydrophobic qualities.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The main topic of the video is about ceramic coatings, specifically the new product Fusion Plus by Expell, and the benefits and misconceptions associated with them.

What are some common misconceptions about ceramic coatings mentioned in the video?

Some common misconceptions include the belief that ceramic coatings can completely prevent scratches and rock chips, and that they eliminate the need for ever washing your car again.

What is the basic composition of Expell's Fusion Plus ceramic coating?

Fusion Plus is a silicon-based product with a carrier fluid containing nanoparticles that create an inseparable bond with the paintwork.

How does the duration of the four-year warranty on Expell's coating come to be?

The four-year warranty duration is set based on third-party accelerated wear testing.

What is the importance of paint condition before applying a ceramic coating?

The paint should be perfectly clean and any paint correction should be done beforehand, as ceramic coatings will not hide swirls or scratches but will seal them permanently.

Can ceramic coatings be applied directly to the paint or only on top of a paint protective film?

Ceramic coatings can be applied both directly to the paint and on top of a paint protective film, but the application process and requirements differ for each scenario.

What safety precautions are recommended during the application of ceramic coatings?

Safety precautions include skin and eye protection, as well as using an OSHA-approved ventilator if not working in a well-ventilated area.

Why does Expell Fusion Plus only allow for professional installation?

Professional installation ensures proper safety precautions, correct paint surface preparation, and accurate application to avoid issues like streaks, drips, or sealed dirt.

How does the curing process of the ceramic coating affect its appearance and properties?

During the curing process, which takes four days, the gloss of the finish increases, peaking in glossy appearance, and the coating becomes fully cured.

What is the self-cleaning characteristic of the ceramic coating as demonstrated in the video?

The self-cleaning characteristic means that dirt on the car's surface would rather stick to water droplets than the paint surface, allowing dirt to be blown off the car when it rains.

How does applying a ceramic coating affect the maintenance of a car?

Applying a ceramic coating makes washing the car significantly easier and eliminates the need to apply wax or sealant afterwards. However, the car still needs to be washed regularly.

Can ceramic coatings be applied over a paint protective film, and what are the benefits?

Yes, ceramic coatings can be applied over a paint protective film, providing the benefits of both the protective film's resistance to rock chips and scratches, and the ceramic coating's hydrophobic and self-cleaning properties.