Gtechniq Ceramic Coating
- Superior Protection
- Scratch Resistance
- Hydrophobic Properties
- Enhanced Gloss
- Protection from UV Damage
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A ceramic coating is a liquid polymer solution that creates a protective layer on a vehicle’s paint through a chemical bonding process. This nano-ceramic coating consists of silicon dioxide (SiO2) and other ceramic materials that form a thin layer of protection against environmental contaminants. Unlike traditional waxes, ceramic coatings provide long-lasting protection that can endure for years rather than months.
The coating works by creating a hydrophobic surface that repels water, dirt, and other environmental elements. This hydrophobic property makes the coated surface significantly easier to clean and maintain. The protective layer shields the car’s paint from UV damage, acid rain, bird droppings, and other harmful environmental factors.
Ceramic Coating
Protect your vehicle with advanced car ceramic coatings engineered for superior, long-lasting paint protection against harsh New Zealand conditions.
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Protect your vehicle with advanced car ceramic coatings engineered for superior, long-lasting paint protection against harsh New Zealand conditions.
Matchless Levels of Gloss
Surface Slickness
Swirl and Chemical Resistance
Gtechniq Ceramic Coating
Crystal Serum Ultra
From $1,200 +GST
- 10h Paint Protection
- 9 Year Guarantee
- Matchless levels of Gloss, Surface Slickness, Swirl and Chemical Resistance
- 3 Stage Prep Included
Crystal Serum Light
From $950 +GST
- Swirl and Chemical Resistance, and Incredible Gloss
- Up to Five Years of Durability
- 3 Stage Prep Included
EXOv5 Ultra Durable Hydrophobic Coating
From $490 +GST
- 18-24 Months Durability
- Adds Gloss, Water and Dirt Repellency
HALOv2 Flexible Film Coating
From $490 +GST
- Lasts up to Two Years on PPF and Vinyl
- Makes surface easier to Maintain
After Care
PPF Care
Immediately after installation:
Do not press any bubbles formed under the film.
Do not wash your car for the first seven days after PPF installation.
If you notice any issues with the film, please do not temper with it. Let us know and we will fix it for you.
Things to note:
You can wash your vehicle normally. We recommend using Gtechniq Gwash.
Beware of PPF edges and corners when using a pressure washer.
Beware of PPF edges and corners when drying the vehicle; fibres from towels can catch on corners and lift the film.
Ceramic Coating Care
Immediately after installation:
Do not allow the vehicle to come into contact with any liquid for the first 12 hours. The coating requires at least 12 hours to cure.
Do not wash your car for the first seven days after ceramic coating.
Things to note:
Use pH Neutral products. We recommend using Gtechniq W4 Citrus Foam.
Touch-free washing is the best. Use a snow foam to avoid micro-scratches and swirls.
Dry the car after with a clean microfibre.
Avoid automatic car wash stations.
Do not wash the car in direct sunlight, or leave the car to dry naturally.
What are Ceramic Coatings?
A ceramic coating is a mixture of nano-structured silanes and siloxanes that when hand-applied, chemically bond to the paint or glass. Ceramic coatings protect the surface from chemical and UV degradation as well as offering a level of scratch resistance. Gtechniq have a range of chemically bonding coatings that are quartz-based through to composite coatings, each offering varying levels of protection and durability.
5 Benefits of Ceramic Coating
Superior Protection
The protective layer guards against environmental contaminants such as bird droppings, brake dust, and tree sap that can damage the clear coat. The coating’s chemical resistance also provides protection against harsh chemicals and detergents.
Hydrophobic Properties
One of the most notable benefits is the coating’s hydrophobic properties. When applied correctly, water beads up and rolls off the surface, carrying dirt and grime with it. This self-cleaning effect reduces the need for frequent washing and helps prevent water spots from forming on the paint.
UV Damage Prevention
Vehicles exposed to direct sunlight are susceptible to UV damage, which can cause oxidation and fading. Ceramic coatings contain UV inhibitors that protect the paint from harmful UV rays, helping maintain the vehicle’s appearance over time.
Scratch Resistance
While not completely scratch-proof, ceramic coatings provide a level of scratch resistance against light scratches and swirl marks. The hardened layer (typically 9H on the pencil hardness scale) acts as a sacrificial barrier that can withstand minor abrasions.
Enhanced Gloss
Ceramic coatings enhance the depth and clarity of the paint, especially on darker colors. The smooth surface created by the coating reflects light more effectively, resulting in a glossier, showroom-quality finish.
Which Ceramic Coating is Best for me?
Crystal Serum Ultra
Crystal Serum Ultra delivers the best swirl resistance of all the Gtechniq coatings. This product is a composite ceramic coating, that when applied phase separates into two layers. The first layer measures 7h on the pencil hardness scale and bonds to the paintwork, so that it cannot be washed off. The second layer is a harder 10h layer which is an aggregate of 7nm and 20nm nanoparticles that offer superior chemical resistance, weather resistance and swirl resistance.
Since incorrectly applied Crystal Serum Ultra can only be removed using sand-paper, it is only available to be applied by a specially trained accredited Gtechniq detailer and is backed by a 9-year guarantee.
What about my glass, trim and rims? You need not worry as Gtechniq have specially formulated products for these particular surfaces.
Crystal Serum Light
Crystal Serum Light is the prosumer version of the world-famous Gtechniq Accredited Detailer Crystal Serum Ultra. It offers 80% of professional Serum Ultra’s performance, but if applied incorrectly can be machine polished from your vehicles paintwork.
When it comes to adding gloss, resisting swirls, contaminant and dirt repellency, Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra and Serum Light are the pinnacle in paint protection. Serum Light forms an ultra-durable, high-gloss, slick to the touch, chemically bonding inorganic layer of 9h optically clear ceramic.
Once applied, gloss levels will remain in the upper 90th percentile for significantly longer when compared to traditional paint protection products, and cleaning your car will be a breeze. The high-density ceramic layer is resistant to chemicals ranging from pH2 – pH12. This characteristic also makes bonded contaminants such as tree sap, tar, and hard water spots, easy to remove.
Unlike mainstream wax and organic polymer coatings, Serum and Serum Light can resist much higher and lower temperatures. They resist temperatures as low as -40°c to as high as +250°c.
C5 Wheel Armour
C5 Wheel Armour offers the best protection for wheels, repelling brake dust and contaminants and making them easier to maintain.
Because of C5’s high density and chemical bonding mechanism, its performance is outstanding. The former property gives the coating its excellent stain and contaminant resistance, and the chemical bond formed between the wheel surface and C5 makes the coating durable.
C5 will retain its integrity up to temperatures of 600oC (1112oF) making it suitable for all parts of your vehicle’s rims and brake callipers.
G1 Clear Vision Smart Glass
Unlike regular rain repellent coatings that adhere to the surface of the glass using relatively weak physical bonds, G1 uses a chemical bond which gives G1 unrivalled durability.
G1 ClearVision Smart Glass’ hydrophobic function improves wet weather visibility helping to improve safety and eye strain. It also makes removing contaminants from the glass such as ice, bugs and tree sap much easier.
G1 will only work on glass substrates and so, it will not work on modern headlight lenses which are made from polycarbonate. For these, you will need to use G5 Water Repellent for Glass and Perspex.
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THE PPF is committed to providing customers with the highest quality automotive film installations in NZ. After years of installing and testing nearly every major brand of PPF from all over the world, we can guarantee you will be impressed by our choice of products, and the quality of our installation.
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6/151 Morrin Road
St Johns, Auckland 1072
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