What is a ceramic leather coating and why should I be interested?
Ceramic coatings have been the talk of the automotive industry for almost a decade. These coatings have evolved from being specifically for paint protection to now having specialized products to protect almost every part of your automobile. Leather ceramic coatings are one such product that has been designed to protect your leather from UV rays, dye transfer from clothing and to provide an extra layer of protection from the day-to-day wear and tear of people in and out of the car.
UV radiation is the #1 cause of most cosmetic-related automobile issues. With over 300 days of annual sunshine Texas cars are assaulted daily by the sun. A ceramic coating service for Flawless Detail may be the best thing that you can do for your cars interior trim and leather. A ceramic coating will protect your car’s leather from cracking and fading due to heat and UV damage.
After the sun the biggest threat your cars interior faces is the passengers and drivers. Each entry and exit into the vehicle causes friction and abrasive force to the painted grains of your leather seats. Ceramic coating the leather adds an invisible barrier to your seats that will prevent premature aging and discoloration from daily use. Blue jean stains and dye transfer on leather seats are a thing of the past with a ceramic coating.
A leather ceramic coating forms a protective barrier from chemical spills and moisture. The coating ensures that nothing is allowed to penetrate down into the leather. The hydrophobic coating is immune to chemicals from 0-14 on the ph scale. This can potentially save you big time on leather repairs and upkeep.
A leather coating will actually keep your seats cleaner in between car details. By preventing dirt and oil buildup on your leather, you will actually have to clean your car less as the dirt is simply not allowed on the leather!
How long does the leather coating last?
The longevity of any coating is in the end only as good as the installation. If surfaces are not prepped properly the coating is not able to bond with the leather. The result can be a coating that fails almost immediately.
Here at Flawless Detail we’ve been installing ceramic coatings since 2017. We have time tested and industry-approved methods of ensuring the highest possible quality of installation. We use two trusted names in the industry System X Interior and OptiCoat Leather Coating. System X Interior is a product that is formulated to protect all parts of the interior including carpets and plastic trim. While OptiCoat Leather Coating is specifically formulated to protect leather. Both products are guaranteed for 3 years.
Are ceramic coatings only for new cars?
While we do recommend getting your car to us when its brand new, our leather coatings can be installed on any interior as long as the leather is not cracked of faded. Lightly used cars can reap the benefits of the coatings just as well as a new car. As the old saying goes an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of the cure.
How long does a ceramic coating service take?
Depending on the make and model of your vehicle and how new it is, the answer here may be different. Typical installation time can range from 30 minutes to an hour, plus any prep and cleaning that may be needed. Once the product is applied it needs an hour in our shop to fullycure. By the time you have your vehicle back your car will be 100% ready to drive.
