Paint Protection Services at Porsche of The Main Line

[POTML]

Did you know we offer various paint protection services out of our West Chester facility? These services include paint protection film, window protection, ceramic coating and general detail services.

Our paint protection website just went live if you would like more information or pricing on our servces: http://www.rdspaintprotection.com/

We also made this short video that follows a McLaren 720S through all of these processes, but we offer these services for any make and model vehicle!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjQGVnzGrPM

[Ccns23]

If a car is ceramic coated, is there anything that should be changed during a normal hand wash?

[POTML]

Hi Ccns23,

Thank you for your question. It is best to refer to our quick fact sheet, which I pasted below. If you have any further questions, please let me know.

The Curing Process
Curing time is 2-3 weeks depending on the environmental conditions such as humidity and temperature. During this time, the following should be avoided:
• Sprinklers. The coating will protect your clear coat from water spots. The coating is less likely to etch than your factory clear, but it can get spots during the curing process and can be costly to remove.
• Parking under a shedding tree. • Allowing bird droppings, sap or pollen to sit on the car and bake in the sun.
• Washing or abrading the paint

If you notice that your car gets water spots, bird droppings, tree sap etc. during the first two weeks, immediately remove it following our care instructions. Keep in mind the coating is soft; be gentle when working on the paint.

Washing Your Car at Home
Ceramic Pro is extremely slick. This means most things will dissolve and be pulled off by Ceramic Pro’s self-cleaning effect. Minimizing rubbing, (especially with a dry towel) on the coating will ensure its longevity. Dry bird droppings, bugs and tree sap can be dissolved using alcohol type solvents and wiped off with a damp microfiber towel.

Washing
1. For best results the car should be washed on a bi-weekly basis to avoid excessive contamination build-up. Use only recommended mild soaps.
2. Avoid high volume brush style car washes, and high PH detergent style cleaners.
3. Avoid washing in direct sunlight to minimize streaking and water spotting.
4. Wash from the top down leaving the dirtiest sections for last to avoid cross contamination.
5. Use separate soap.

Drying
1. Always dry completely and never leave to “air” dry. Tap water contains minerals that may leave deposits creating water spots.
2. Only use quality microfiber towels for best results and avoid aggressive wiping, allowing the material to absorb the water.

Spot Removal
1. Never use aggressive products to polish the coating or remove surface contamination.
2. Never use excessive force to remove spots.
3. Bird droppings, tar, sap, etc. should be removed as soon as possible to avoid temporary staining or hardening on the coating. Any staining left behind from bird droppings will break down over a few days without affecting the coating.

After Washing
Do not wax the coating. It is unnecessary and the wax will not bond to the coating. Ceramic Pro Sport is the recommended maintenance product. Ask your local installer about getting this applied during your annual maintenance visit.

Automated Washing
Always go to a touch free wash! Using an automated car wash with brushes will void the warranty and dull the coating. Ceramic Pro 9H takes up to 2 weeks to achieve full hardness. Please handle with care and do not wash the vehicle for the first 2 weeks.

Leather and Fabric Maintenance Program
1. For best results, all leather/vinyl surfaces should be cleaned bi-weekly with a leather protectant to avoid contaminant build-up and replenish the natural oils.
2. Vacuum carpets regularly and use carpet & fabric cleaners when necessary.
3. Immediately wipe off spills on leather, vinyl, or fabric.

[Ccns23]

Thanks for the reply! Great information.