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Ceramic Coating in Chattanooga

Wet-look gloss that lasts for years. Water beads off, dirt rinses away, and your paint stays protected from sun and grime.

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Multi-year protection

Paint correction included

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The short answer

What You'll Notice

A ceramic coating is a liquid layer that bonds to your paint and cures into a hard, slick, glossy shell. It protects against UV fading, road grime, bird droppings, and water spots, and makes washing much easier. Tint Chattanooga applies multi-year ceramic coatings with paint correction prep.

Deeper Gloss

Richer color and a mirror-like shine.

Easy Washes

Dirt and bugs release with a rinse.

Water Beads Off

Strong hydrophobic effect keeps the car cleaner, longer.

UV & Chemical Defense

Resists fading, oxidation, and etching from bird droppings and sap.

No More Waxing

Protection measured in years, not weeks.

Honest Expectations

Ceramic coating is not armor. It resists light wash marring and makes paint easier to care for, but it won't stop rock chips or deep scratches. For impact protection, pair it with paint protection film.

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Protection That Fits How You Drive

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Warranty5-year warranty

Paint prepWash, decon, clay

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Best forDaily drivers, leases

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Warranty10-year warranty

Paint prepWash, decon, clay + 1-step polish

Coated surfacesPaint + wheel faces + glass

Best forNewer vehicles, pride of ownership

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Warranty10-year warranty

Paint prepWash, decon, clay + multi-step correction

Coated surfacesPaint, wheels (faces + barrels), glass, trim

Best forNew deliveries, enthusiasts, show cars

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Add-ons: Wheels-off coating · Glass coating · Interior leather & fabric protection · Coating over PPF · Maintenance wash

Paint correction

A Coating Locks In Whatever's Underneath

Swirl marks, water spots, and light scratches get sealed under a coating, so we fix them first. Paint correction uses machine polishing to remove those defects and bring back true depth and clarity.

1-Step Enhancement

Single polish to boost gloss and remove light swirls. Result: Most of the haze gone, big jump in shine.

Multi-Step Correction

Compound + polish to remove deeper swirls and scratches. Result: Near-flawless finish for dark colors and show cars.

Paint correction is also available on its own. [confirm]

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How we coat

Our Coating Process

01

Inspect

Paint-depth and defect check under studio lighting.

02

Decontaminate

Foam wash, iron remover, and clay to strip bonded grime.

03

Correct

Machine polish to your chosen level.

04

Prep & Coat

Panel wipe, then coating applied panel by panel.

05

Cure & Inspect

Controlled cure, final inspection, and a care guide to take home.

The Full Protection Package

PPF on the front end, ceramic over everything. Chip-proof where it counts and glossy everywhere else.

Build My Package

Short checklist

Aftercare

  • Don't wash for 7 days while the coating fully cures.
  • Hand wash with a pH-neutral soap; skip automatic brush washes.
  • Dry with a clean microfiber or blower.
  • Book a maintenance wash to keep performance at its peak. [confirm offering]

Ceramic coating FAQ

Questions? Good.

Still have a question? Text us at (423) 810-TINT.

How much does ceramic coating cost in Chattanooga?

It depends on the coating level and how much paint correction your vehicle needs. Most packages include prep; send your vehicle and color for an exact quote.

How long does ceramic coating last?

Our coatings are backed by a 5-year or 10-year warranty, depending on the level you choose and how the vehicle is maintained.

Ceramic coating vs. wax: what's the difference?

Wax sits on top of paint and wears off in weeks. A ceramic coating bonds to the paint and lasts for years, with more gloss and stronger water beading.

Does ceramic coating prevent scratches and rock chips?

It resists light wash marring, but not rock chips or deep scratches. For those, add paint protection film.

Can you ceramic coat a new car?

Yes, and it's the best time. New cars often still need light polishing to remove dealer-wash swirls first.

Can I take a coated car through a car wash?

Touchless is okay occasionally. Brush washes cause swirls and shorten coating life.

How long does it take?

Most coatings take 1–2 days, including prep and cure. Multi-step correction can add a day. [confirm]

Can you coat over PPF?

Yes. Coating over film adds gloss and makes it easier to clean.

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