Five Dock workshop application
Ceramic Coating Process Sydney
A durable ceramic coating starts with careful inspection, preparation and controlled application. See exactly how Ceramic Pro Sydney prepares, corrects, coats and checks each vehicle.
- Applied in Five Dock
- Paint inspected first
- Controlled application
- Final quality check
Why Preparation Determines the Finish
Ceramic coating does not hide swirls, water spots or paint defects. It locks in the finish beneath it, which is why preparation is assessed before any coating bottle is opened.
New cars may still arrive with transport film residue, bonded contamination or light dealership wash marks. Used vehicles can need deeper decontamination and measured paint correction. We recommend only the correction work the paint genuinely requires.
Start with our car paint protection service, compare current coating costs, or read the Sydney new-car protection guide.
Inspection before recommendation
Vehicle age alone does not determine the preparation. The actual paint condition does.
Our Six-Stage Ceramic Coating Process
Each stage protects the quality of the stage that follows.
Vehicle inspection
We confirm the paint condition, included surfaces, package, correction needs and expected handover time.
Wash and decontaminate
Road film is removed before bonded contamination is safely lifted from paint, glass, wheels and trims as required.
Paint correction
Under specialist lighting, eligible swirls and haze are refined to the level agreed for the vehicle and selected package.
Panel preparation
Polishing residue and surface oils are removed so the coating can bond to a clean, stable substrate.
Ceramic Pro application
The chosen Silver, Gold or ION system is applied methodically to every included surface in the correct sequence.
Cure and quality control
Coverage, finish and presentation are checked under workshop lighting before final curing guidance and handover.
New Cars and Used Cars Need Different Preparation
A new vehicle usually needs less correction, but it is never assumed to be defect-free. Transport, storage and dealership washing can leave contamination or light marks that should be addressed before coating.
Used paint is assessed for oxidation, wash marring, water spotting, previous repairs and realistic correction potential. Some deeper defects should be preserved rather than chased if correction would remove unnecessary clear coat.
What Gets Coated and How Long It Takes
The included surfaces and preparation determine the booking length.
| Paint-only coating | Exterior painted panels with the agreed preparation and selected Ceramic Pro paint system. |
|---|---|
| Full protection package | May add wheels, exterior glass and interior leather or fabric according to the chosen package. |
| Typical time | Most bookings require the vehicle for the day; correction, vehicle size and added services can extend the appointment. |
| Aftercare | We explain initial cure precautions, safe washing, maintenance products and the applicable warranty process at handover. |
Compare the premium Ceramic Pro ION coating and review the official Ceramic Pro warranty information.
Ceramic Coating Process FAQs
How long does the ceramic coating process take?
Most vehicles are booked for the day. Paint condition, correction, vehicle size, coating system and extra surfaces can change the time, so we confirm it after assessment.
Does a new car need paint correction before coating?
Not always, but every new car is inspected. Light transport or dealership wash marks may benefit from refinement before coating.
Can ceramic coating hide scratches?
No. Coating does not fill or hide meaningful defects. Eligible marks are corrected first where safe and agreed.
When can I wash the car after coating?
Initial cure guidance depends on the system and conditions. We give you the exact waiting period and safe-wash instructions at handover.
Is the work completed at my home?
No. Preparation, lighting, coating application and quality control are completed by appointment at our Five Dock workshop.
Which Ceramic Pro package should I choose?
The right package depends on your vehicle, ownership plans, included surfaces and budget. We compare Silver, Gold and ION without assuming the highest package is necessary.
Plan the right preparation
Discuss Your Vehicle Before Booking
Send the make, model, colour, age and current paint condition. We will recommend the appropriate preparation and coating process.