Ceramic sealant: advantages of ceramic sealant for your vehicle
What is a ceramic sealant?
A ceramic sealant is a protective layer of liquid polymers that is applied to the paint surface of a vehicle to provide long-term protection against various environmental influences.
This sealant forms a chemical bond with the paint and ensures that the car paint becomes more resistant to scratches, water stains, bird droppings, tree sap and other soiling.
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Advantages of ceramic sealing – protection against bird droppings & co.
The advantages of ceramic sealing are manifold:
- High hardness: It offers protection against mechanical stresses such as scratches and stone chips.
- Brilliant shine: It gives the paint a brilliant shine and the so-called lotus effect, in which water and dirt simply roll off.
- Reduced dirt adhesion: Dirt adhesion is significantly reduced, which makes cleaning easier.
Important properties of the ceramic sealant
Protection against UV radiation and chemical influences
A ceramic sealant offers excellent protection against UV rays, which can cause the paintwork to fade.
It is also resistant to chemicals and minimizes the effects of aggressive substances such as road salt and bird droppings, which can attack the paintwork.
The lotus effect – goodbye water stains and dirt thanks to the beading effect
The lotus effect refers to the special ability of surfaces to repel water and dirt, similar to the leaves of the lotus flower.
These hydrophobic properties are created by a special microscopic structure that prevents water and dirt from sticking to the surface. Find out more here.
Prevent scratches on the paintwork
The hard layer of a ceramic sealant ensures that minor scratches and abrasion damage are prevented.
Thanks to the molecular bond with the paintwork, the ceramic sealant provides an effective barrier against mechanical influences.
Ceramic sealant costs – Well invested, well protected
The cost of a ceramic sealant can vary depending on the product and area of application.
However, it is an investment that pays off in the long term thanks to the considerable protection and reduced maintenance costs.
Compared to other protection methods, such as wax or polish, ceramic sealing offers superior performance.
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The hardness of a ceramic sealant
A ceramic sealant is characterized by an extremely hard protective layer.
This hardness ensures that the paintwork is effectively protected from scratches, UV radiation and other environmental influences.
The molecular bond with the paintwork makes the layer particularly durable and long-lasting.
Our Permanent Protector 7650 PRO EASY ON, for example, has a hardness of 9H.
What does a hardness of 9H mean?
The term 9H refers to the hardness of the ceramic sealant and comes from the pencil hardness scale, which is used to measure the scratch resistance of surfaces. On this scale, 9H is the highest degree of hardness, which means that the sealant is extremely resistant to scratches and mechanical stress.
A ceramic sealant with a hardness of 9H therefore offers maximum protection for the vehicle paintwork by forming a particularly robust and durable protective layer.
How long does a ceramic seal last?
The durability of a ceramic sealant can be up to several years, depending on the product and application.
It remains durable and protects the vehicle over a long period of time.
Nevertheless, regular care measures and checks should be carried out to ensure optimum performance.
Car sealants at a glance
How do you clean a vehicle with ceramic sealant?
A vehicle with a ceramic sealant is very easy to clean.
Thanks to the beading effect, dirt no longer adheres so well to the surface, so a simple wash is often sufficient.
No aggressive cleaning agents are required, which significantly reduces the maintenance effort. Regular washing in the car wash is possible without any problems.
Can a vehicle with ceramic sealant go to the car wash?
Yes, a vehicle with ceramic sealant can be driven into a car wash without any problems.
The sealant is designed to protect the paintwork from the various mechanical and chemical stresses that can occur in a car wash.
Advantages of visiting a car wash with ceramic sealant
Water repellency: Thanks to the lotus effect, water and dirt roll off the surface easily, which enhances the cleaning effect of the car wash.
Protection against chemicals: The ceramic sealant protects the paintwork against aggressive cleaning agents that could be used in car washes.
Minimized risk of scratches: The hard layer of the sealant protects against light scratches that could be caused by the brushes of the car wash.
Recommendations for the car wash
Regular cleaning: A regular visit to the car wash keeps the vehicle clean and helps to maintain the protective effect of the ceramic sealant.
Gentle programs: If possible, select gentle wash programs without aggressive brushes to ensure optimum protection of the paintwork and sealant.
Manual pre-wash: A manual pre-wash can help to remove coarse dirt and improve the effectiveness of the washing system.
Disadvantages of ceramic sealing
Although ceramic sealing offers many advantages, there are also some disadvantages that should be considered:
- The application requires thorough preparation of the paint surface and a precise working method, which can be challenging for non-professionals.
- In addition, the treatment can be more expensive compared to conventional waxes.
Can I apply the ceramic sealant myself or should I hire a professional?
While it is possible to apply a ceramic sealant yourself, this requires experience and care to ensure an even coating.
Our Permanent Protector 7650 PRO EASY ON is ideal for private users, as setting times have been significantly reduced.
Nevertheless, care, speed and uniformity are also required here.
Professional services offer the advantage of having the necessary equipment and expertise to achieve optimal results. A well-executed professional application provides a long-lasting and even protective layer.
A ceramic sealant offers long-lasting protection
To summarize, ceramic sealing is an excellent way to protect a vehicle’s paintwork in the long term.
It offers numerous advantages in terms of shine, protection and ease of care.
The investment in a high-quality ceramic sealant pays off in the form of a permanently improved condition of the vehicle.
Frequently asked questions about ceramic sealing
A ceramic sealant is a type of surface coating that consists mainly of silicon dioxide (SiO₂).
This chemical compound forms a hard protective layer that protects the car from environmental influences such as UV radiation, bird droppings and brake dust.
The result is a long-lasting beading effect and increased surface resistance.
Depending on the product, our sealants are suitable for a wide range of surfaces:
Our Permanent Protector 640 HIGH-PERFORMANCE – 9H ceramic sealant for industrial applications is suitable for the following surfaces and applications, for example:
- Military (ships, airplanes, tanks, …)
- Steel industry (bridges, steel structures, equipment and machinery, …)
- Oil industry (pipelines, drilling rigs/platforms, connectors, …)
- Boat and ship building
- Automotive industry (engine construction, car body construction, surface protection, …)
- Train and railroad industry (engine construction, rails, surface protection, …)
- Aircraft industry (turbines, wings, surface protection, …)
- and much more…
There is no general answer to this question.
However, it can be said that inexpensive ceramic sealants usually have little effect or disappear quickly.
That is why it is important that you inform yourself well about the products.
It is better to invest a little more so that you get a good product.
In contrast to conventional wax, a ceramic coating offers several advantages.
It ensures a permanent bond with the surface and is harder and more resistant.
In addition, the ceramic coating creates a pronounced beading effect, which means that water simply rolls off and fewer water stains occur.
A ceramic coating also lasts much longer.
The effect of a ceramic sealant usually lasts between two and five years, depending on the product and the care required.
It is important to wash the car regularly and follow the manufacturer’s care instructions to ensure maximum durability.
A ceramic sealant offers a certain degree of protection against light scratches and scuffs, but it is not a complete replacement for a paint protection film.
The sealed surface is more resistant to mechanical stress and micro-scratches, but not completely impervious to deep scratches and stone chips.
Yes, a ceramic sealant can be applied to a variety of vehicles, including motorhomes, motorcycles and even boats.
The application is similar to cars and offers the same benefits in terms of protection and ease of maintenance.
Yes, ceramic sealing is a form of nano sealing.
Both use nanotechnology to protect surfaces at a molecular level.
Ceramic sealants are made of extremely hard ceramic materials and offer long-term protection against scratches, UV radiation and chemical damage.
Thanks to their nanotechnological basis, they also ensure that water and dirt simply roll off, similar to other nano sealants.