CURING PROCESS
The Curing Process
Curing time is 2-3 weeks depending on environmental conditions such as humidity & temperature. During these weeks, you should avoid the following:
- Sprinklers. The coating will protect your clear coat from water spots, and the coating is even less likely to etch than your factory clear. However, during the curing process you can get these water spots and they may be costly to remove.
- Parking under a shedding tree.
- Allowing bird droppings, sap or pollen to sit the car and bake in the sun.
- Washing or abrading the paint.
If you happen to notice that your car gets any water spots, bird droppings, tree sap, etc. during the curing process time frame, immediately remove it following our care instructions.
*Keep in mind the coating is soft; be gentle when working on the paint.
The do's and dont's of washing
CAR WASHES
- TO DO: Make sure to only get your car a hand wash or touch-less wash
- NOT TO DO: Automatic brush washes are a big NO! Always go to a touch free wash center! Using an automated car wash with brushes will void the warranty and dull your coating. Ceramic Pro 9H takes up to 2 weeks to cure to full hardness (see above). Handle with care.
HOME WASHING
- TO DO: Use quality car wash soap or your soap of choice, make sure it does not include wax in it. No waxing needed at all! Use 350 GSM microfibers to wash and dry the car, and make sure to wash in the shade.
- NOT TO DO: Do not use a wax or polish on your car. A simple hand wash will give it that fresh waxed look again! Do not use abrasive towels, or wash in the sun.