Question: Is Rain X Car Wash Safe On Ceramic Coating?

What Car Wash is safe for ceramic coating?

A ceramic coating should be washed with an automotive specific shampoo, that is pH neutral, contains no wax, and is ultra-suds producing. Most detergents (like dish soap) are high alkaline or +9 on the pH scale. This can leave a film on top of the coating if not completely rinsed off – or if it dries too quickly.

Can you use a car wash with ceramic coating?

If you have installed a paint protection film or ceramic coating on your vehicle, and can’t hand wash your vehicle, using a touchless car wash facility is your best option. These locations often have a brush you can use on the paint finish. However, the soap used can contain harsh chemicals used to remove road grime.

Is RainX a ceramic coating?

Ceramic Coating – Rain-X.

Why ceramic coating is bad?

Ceramic coatings can’t damage your paint, regardless of what you do. However, improper application can leave streaks, high spots, hazing, and horrible reflections. The only way you can remove a ceramic coating after it has cured is to bust out the sandpaper and sand, then polish, then finish the whole car.

Can you mess up ceramic coating?

Yes, it is possible to mess up a DIY ceramic coating application. Improper application may cause high spots, streaks, cloudy reflections or hazing. These mistakes won’t permanently damage your vehicle’s paint and can be undone.

How often should you wash a ceramic coated car?

Maintenance Washing We recommend that customers maintain a wash routine that consists of a proper hand wash at least every two weeks. As your coating becomes covered with dirt and contamination, you will notice a decrease in hydrophobic properties (i.e. water beading & sheeting).

Does Touchless Car Wash damage ceramic coating?

Driving a ceramic-coated car through an automatic car wash should be avoided at all costs. Even though ceramic coatings are scratch-resistant, the dirt and friction of an automatic car wash can damage the coating over time.

What should you not do after ceramic coating?

During the curing process avoid:

• Parking under a trees specially if there are shedding. You don’t want tree sap on a fresh coating.
• Allowing bird droppings, sap or pollen to sit on the car and bake in the sun.
• Washing or abrading the paint.

What does rain repellent do?

Rain-X® Original Glass Water Repellent dramatically improves wet weather driving visibility. Simply apply the treatment to exterior glass and watch the raindrops fly off your windshield while driving. Rain-X helps improve visibility by repelling rain, sleet and snow.

Is ceramic coating a gimmick?

Ceramic coating is the real deal as it actually adds layer to your clear coat. The only issue is you need to have either a brand new paint job (unmolested by the dealer) or a full paint correction so you don’t coat over scratches or swirl marks. Teflon based waxes a gimmick.

How do I wash my car after ceramic coating?

2)Implement Safe Wash Methods

1. Use some sort of Pre-Wash Or Snow Foam before coming in contact with the paint.
2. Use a Two Bucket Wash Method at the very least.
3. Use a good quality Microfiber Wash Mitt.
4. Use Grit Guards Where Possible.
5. When drying your car use a dedicated detailing towel or a blower.

How do you remove bad ceramic coating?

Since the ceramic coating is a physical layer, polishing is the only surefire way to remove it 100% and expose the clear coat underneath. In fact, many of the high-grade professional ceramic coatings claim the only way to remove them is through machine polishing.