Protect Your Car from Road Salt with Ceramic Coating

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:51:07 GMT

As winter approaches, so does the winter weather. Snow, ice, sleet, freezing rain, and more coat the roads, making it difficult to drive anywhere. At least, it would if the streets didn't receive treatment with salt to ensure they remain safe to drive on. While salt helps keep your car on the road, it has several detrimental effects on your vehicle. At J&J Window Tinting and Paint Protection , we explain what road salt does to your car, if other factors affect these changes, and how ceramic coating can help.

What Does Road Salt Do to Cars?

Road salt is corrosive. Over time, its effect can eat through the paint on your car, causing cosmetic damage. Worse yet, it can start eating through exposed metal on your car and cause damage that can result in operation failures such as weak braking, reduced steering ability, or misaligned tires. While the road salt itself is a significant factor in these occurrences, other parts of the environment can make the road salt's effects worse.

Is Road Salt the Only Factor?

Over the last few years, you may have noticed the weather changing constantly during the winter, from large snowfall to 60- or 70-degree days. When the temperature fluctuates like this, the effects of road salt magnify. As the air warms up, your car does, too, making the metal parts expand slightly and allowing road salt to enter more easily. This can cause the corrosion to act faster, making it more dangerous for you and your vehicle when the weather changes from snow and ice to warm, sunny days quickly. Thankfully, there is a solution: ceramic coating.

What Can Ceramic Coating Do to Help?

Ceramic coating adds a protective layer to your vehicle's paint, windows, wheels, and tires, so you don't have to worry about the effects of road salt on those parts of your car. Your car often experiences road salt combined with melted water, dirt, and other small road debris. With a ceramic coating, your vehicle can easily repel this combination of liquids and solids to ensure your vehicle is safe for years. At J&J Window Tinting & Paint Protection, we offer several ceramic coating service s , including:

Paint/Car Body Ceramic Coating protects your car's paint and body from the effects of road salt and other minor debris.
Glass/Window Ceramic Coating lets water and other liquids roll off the glass, keeping it clear.
Wheel/Tires Ceramic Coating protects your vehicle's undercarriage by shedding salt and other debris, keeping your car's tires clear of debris.

Book Your Ceramic Coating Appointment Today!

At J&J Window Tinting and Paint Protection, we provide several services to ensure you like how your vehicle looks and feels. From window tinting to ceramic coating, find out why our team of professionals is the best in the business. We gladly serve the Lexington, Kentucky, area, including Paris, Nicholasville, Georgetown, Cynthiana, and Winchester. Book an appointment today to protect your vehicle.

Ceramic Coating 101

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:29:54 GMT

We care about your vehicles at J&J Window Tinting and Paint Protection in Paris, Kentucky. That’s why we want to tell you about ceramic coating, including what it is, how to maintain it, and whether it’s worth it.

What Is Ceramic Coating?

Ceramic coating is a protective layer you can apply to the exterior of your vehicle. Its purpose is to protect your vehicle’s exterior paint, glass, tires, and wheels from environmental hazards and road dust. As you drive, contaminants from the road can slowly erode each feature, leading to minor damage if you don’t have a protective coating on your vehicle. With ceramic coating, your vehicle can maintain its pristine exterior for longer, allowing you to drive worry-free.

At J&J Window Tinting and Paint Protection, we offer three types of ceramic coating:

ION Ceramic
Ceramic Pro Glass
Ceramic Wheel & Tire

How To Maintain Ceramic Coating

Ceramic coating needs some occasional care to ensure it protects your vehicle for years. Below are steps you can use to maintain your new ceramic coating:

Use the two-bucket method: When you wash your car, have a bucket with your soap and water and another bucket with clean water and dust guards to ensure your cloth is clean for each section of your vehicle.
Wash your car regularly: Regardless of how often you drive, washing your car once every two weeks is a good idea. This ensures your vehicle avoids the long-term buildup of contaminants.
Avoid direct sunlight when washing: Sunlight can expose your car to heat while you wash it, especially if you have a dark-colored vehicle. Finding a shady spot can prevent this heat and also keep you safer.
Use a neutral car soap: When you wash ceramic coating, use a neutral soap free from waxes and polishes and wash your car from top to bottom. Rinse each section as you go.
Find separate buckets and wash mitts for paneling and wheels: Your wheels and tires are the most likely to have contaminants, so using different mitts and buckets reduces your vehicle’s exposure.

How Much Does Ceramic Coating Cost?

The typical market rate for ceramic coating is $1,000 to $3,000. This can vary depending on the time of year, other services you get for your vehicle, the size of your vehicle, and whether you need a reapplication or a new application.

Is Ceramic Coating Worth It?

Yes. Ceramic coating is worth the investment, as it can protect your vehicle from the buildup of minor damage. Each section you cover is one you may not have to replace because of corrosion and environmental hazards from driving.

Visit Us Today To Learn More!

Our team at J&J Window Tinting and Paint Protection of Paris, Kentucky, is ready to help you with your ceramic coating needs. We also offer window tinting to keep you and your vehicle safe for years. We serve Paris and the surrounding areas including Lexington, Georgetown, Cynthiana, and Winchester. Contact us today to book an appointment for your vehicle’s needs.

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