Ceramic Coating Specialists in the Haverhill/Salisbury, Massachusetts area
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What is Ceramic Coating and why should your vehicle have it?
Ceramic coatings are a revolutionary way to protect your vehicle from the harsh elements and daily wear. When installed properly these coatings create a semi-invisible, UV repelling, ultra glossy, hydrophobic (water-repelling) glass-like layer that bonds to your vehicle’s surfaces, providing exceptional protection for the paint, wheels, glass, and interior. By repelling water, dirt, and other contaminants, ceramic coatings make your vehicle much easier to clean and maintain, whilst safeguarding it from UV rays, paint oxidation, and other environmental damage that’s known to dull our vehicle’s appearance and value.
The result? Your vehicle retains a glossy, like-new look for longer, with less effort on your part. From the exterior to the interior, ceramic coatings offer comprehensive protection that stands the test of time allowing you to eliminate one more concern from your list!
System X Accredited Installers - Premium Ceramic Coating Protection
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Why Choose System X Ceramic Coatings?
At Ideal Auto Spa, we take pride in being System X Accredited Installers, offering industry-leading ceramic coatings that provide unmatched durability, gloss, and protection. System X coatings are engineered with advanced nano-ceramic technology, ensuring long-lasting defense against environmental contaminants, UV rays, and everyday wear.
System X coatings are trusted worldwide for their exceptional performance and permanent bonding to surfaces. Here’s why they stand out:
Extreme Durability: Protects against paint oxidation, fading, and many other harsh environmental conditions.
Hydrophobic Properties: Water and dirt slide off effortlessly, making maintenance and cleaning easier than ever.
High-Gloss Finish: Creates a deep, mirror-like shine that enhances the vehicle’s appearance.
Chemical & Scratch Resistance: Shields against bird droppings, road grime & debris, and minor abrasions.
Permanent Bonding: Unlike waxes or sealants, System X bonds at a molecular level for years of protection.
Warranty & CARFAX Registration: Many System X coatings come with a warranty and are registered on CARFAX, adding value to your vehicle!
Ceramic Coating Packages
Silver Package
Full Exterior Decontamination wash
Wheels and tires Detailed
1 Step Paint Enhancement
2 Year Ceramic Coating Applied to Paint
2 Year Ceramic Coating Applied to Plastics and Light Fixtures
2 Year non-transferable Warranty
Reports to CARFAX
STARTING AT $750
Gold Package
Full Exterior Decontamination wash
Wheels and tires Detailed
1 Step Paint Enhancement
6 Year Ceramic Coating Applied to Paint
6 Year Ceramic Coating Applied to Plastics and Light Fixtures
2 Year Glass Ceramic Coating Applied to Front Windshield
6 Year non-transferable Warranty (Glass excluded)
Reports to CARFAX
STARTING AT $950
Platinum Package
Full Exterior Decontamination wash
Wheels and tires Detailed
1 Step Paint Enhancement
8 Year Ceramic Coating Applied to Paint
8 Year Ceramic Coating Applied to Plastics and Light Fixtures
8 Year Ceramic Coating Applied to Wheels
2 Year Glass Ceramic Coating Applied to ALL Windows
LIFETIME non-transferable Warranty (Glass excluded)
Reports to CARFAX
STARTING AT $1100
Interested in adding on an interior detail, more in-depth paint correction or some interior coatings? Let us know when you reach out and we’d be happy to add it to your quote!
The Ceramic Coating Process
Applying ceramic coatings is a multi-step process that involves carefully preparing your vehicle to ensure the coating bonds effectively for maximum protection. Here's what to expect when you choose our service:
Preparation: The vehicle is thoroughly washed and clay barred to remove dirt, grime, and contaminants from the surface. This step ensures that no further damage will be added to the vehicle throughout the remaining steps.
Paint Correction: Before applying the ceramic coating, we perform a paint correction to remove any imperfections, swirls, or scratches on the vehicle's surface. This is a highly recommended step, as the coating will lock in any imperfections, meaning they will be visible under the coating. By correcting the paint beforehand, we ensure a flawless, smooth finish that maximizes the visual appeal and effectiveness of the coating.
Ceramic Coating Application: Once the paint is prepped and any imperfections are corrected, we’ll do one final alcohol wipe to remove any leftover compound or waxes which is then immediately followed by applying the ceramic coating to the vehicle. This is done in a controlled environment to ensure the coating bonds perfectly with the surface, providing the highest level of protection.
Curing and Inspection: After application, the coating needs time to cure and fully bond to the surface. We ensure everything is properly cured and evenly applied before returning the vehicle to you, giving you long-lasting results.
Ceramic Coating Applications
We offer a variety of ceramic coating applications to provide complete protection for every surface of your vehicle. Each application is designed to enhance durability, improve cleanliness, and maintain your vehicle's appearance for the long term. Here’s a look at the different ceramic coatings we offer:
Paint Coatings: The foundation of ceramic protection, our paint coatings create a strong, invisible shield on your vehicle’s paint. They protect against environmental contaminants like dirt, water, bird droppings, and road salts. The coating also guards against light swirl marks, and UV damage, ensuring your car stays glossy and easier to clean.
Wheel and Caliper Coatings: Wheels and brake calipers are constantly exposed to brake dust, dirt, and water, which can cause staining and corrosion over time. Our ceramic wheel and caliper coatings create a durable barrier that repels these contaminants, making your wheels easier to clean and reducing the risk of damage.
Glass Coatings: Applied to your vehicle’s windows and windshield, ceramic glass coatings enhance visibility by making water bead off the surface. This improves driving safety in rainy conditions and reduces the buildup of dirt and grime, keeping your glass cleaner for longer.
Interior Leather Coatings: Our leather coatings protect your car’s seats and interior leather surfaces from stains, oils, and wear. These coatings preserve the natural look and feel of the leather, preventing cracking, fading, and damage caused by UV exposure, while making it easier to maintain a clean interior.
Each of these applications work together to provide comprehensive protection for your vehicle, making it easier to maintain and ensuring it stays protected and looking great year-round.
Why Paint Correction is Recommended
While ceramic coatings are highly effective, applying them over paint imperfections like swirl marks, scratches, or oxidation can result in a less-than-perfect finish. During the paint correction process, we carefully polish the paint to remove these imperfections, leaving behind a smooth surface for the coating to bond with.
By correcting the paint first, we ensure that the coating provides a truly mirror-like finish. This step not only enhances the appearance of your vehicle but also maximizes the effectiveness of the ceramic coating, ensuring it lasts longer and provides optimal protection.
For best results we’ll always recommend a full correction but we understand that’s not what everyone is looking for. Nonetheless, we’ll always recommend the minimum of a singe-stage enhancement polish to remove surface level defects, add more gloss & clarity to the paint and create a clean, smooth surface to ensure the coating bonds correctly.
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FAQs
Do you have a shop?
Yes we do! Our new shop is located in Salisbury, MA. This is generally where we do all of our ceramic coatings.
Is a ceramic coating right for me?
This can be a tricky one because for some people ceramic coatings aren’t the best option. If you have a work truck that’s constantly under abuse and not getting regular maintenance washes, it’s likely that you’ll strip the coating off prematurely. Maybe a nice Wash and Wax a few times per year is the better option. Generally speaking, if you’re not too rough on your vehicle and will maintain it or have us maintain it then a coating is a great idea.
Can a ceramic coating replace clear coat?
Not exactly, if your clear coat is damaged beyond paint correction repair or if it is so thin that it isn’t safe to polish then you’ll need to get that fixed to make it look as it once was. If you’re in a pinch and would like to prolong that expensive payout, a ceramic coating can absolutely go on top of it and protect what’s left.
Is the washing process any different after?
Kind of, the proper hand washing process is generally the same but with a few minor tweaks. You’ll need to use a PH neutral car wash soap, anything else could damage the coating. You’ll want to use tools that aren’t too rough on the paint, no dirty brushes, no scrubbers. We recommend using a fresh microfiber towel or wash mitt to hand wash and a clean microfiber car drying towel or air blower for drying. We recommend not washing the vehicle for about a week and trying not to get it wet within 24 hours of the application to ensure it bonds correctly.
Could you do it at my location?
Only if you have a well-lit, spacious garage or shop space. Paint correction and ceramic coating services require a fair amount of elbow room and good lighting to ensure were not missing anything. (We do have lights that we would bring but the more lighting the better.) We generally provide these services at our shop in Salisbury, Massachusetts only 8 minutes from Salisbury beach.
How long does it take?
Our ceramic coating services are generally finished the same day. If you're looking for advanced paint correction services, we may need the vehicle for a couple days. It’s all situationally based, it’s a good idea to reach out for a more accurate answer.
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