CERAMIC COATING
IN TRACY, CA
Valley road grime, agricultural dust, and intense UV exposure are relentless on a vehicle's paint finish. XPEL's nano-ceramic coating bonds to your paint at the molecular level, creating a permanent hydrophobic layer that repels contaminants and blocks UV damage for years.
- 9H Hardness Protection
- Self-Cleaning Hydrophobic Layer
- Deep Gloss & Easy Maintenance
Why Tracy Needs Ceramic Coating
The Central Valley's agricultural environment means your paint is constantly exposed to brake dust, road tar, mineral deposits from irrigation sprinklers, and UV radiation that fades clear coats within a few years. Standard wax and paint sealants fail within months under these conditions.
Ceramic coating creates a semi-permanent bond with your factory paint — harder than the paint itself — that water and contaminants simply bead off of. Your car stays cleaner longer, washes easier, and maintains gloss for years in the Tracy sun. Combine it with our window tinting or paint protection film for total vehicle protection.
Ceramic Coating Benefits
Hydrophobic Water Beading
Water beads up and rolls right off the surface, taking dirt and grime with it.
UV Oxidation Protection
Blocks harmful UV rays that cause your clear coat to fade, oxidize, and peel over time.
Scratch Resistance
Adds a 9H hardness layer that helps prevent light wash marring and micro-scratches.
Permanent Gloss Enhancement
Provides a deep, glass-like shine that doesn't wash away like traditional carnauba wax.
Easy Maintenance
Contaminants release without bonding, making your regular maintenance washes much faster and easier.
Ceramic Coating Packages
Single-Layer Entry
Perfect for newer vehicles with minimal swirl marks. Includes a single-stage machine polish to enhance gloss before applying ceramic coating to all painted surfaces.
GET A QUOTEMulti-Layer Enhanced
Ideal for vehicles with moderate swirl marks and light scratches. Includes a two-stage paint correction for a flawless finish, topped with multiple layers of ceramic coating.
GET A QUOTEProfessional Grade
Full paint correction, multi-year ceramic coating on all painted surfaces, plus dedicated ceramic coating for all exterior glass and wheel faces.
GET A QUOTEOur Process
Paint Decontamination Wash
We thoroughly strip wash the vehicle and use a clay bar treatment to remove embedded iron, tar, and sap from the clear coat.
Paint Correction
Machine polishing to remove swirl marks, light scratches, and oxidation, restoring a mirror-like finish before the coating locks it in.
Nano-Ceramic Application
Careful, panel-by-panel application of the ceramic coating in our climate-controlled Tracy facility to ensure a perfect bond.
Cure Period
The coating is allowed to cure in a controlled environment to achieve maximum hardness and hydrophobic properties before returning it to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does ceramic coating last?
Professional-grade ceramic coatings typically last 2–5 years depending on the coating tier, maintenance routine, and exposure. Our Tracy location can recommend the right tier for your usage.
Does ceramic coating prevent rock chips?
No — ceramic coating protects against UV, chemical contamination, and light surface marring. For rock chip and scratch protection, you need paint protection film. Many customers combine both for complete protection.
Can ceramic coating be applied over window tint?
Ceramic coating is applied to exterior paint surfaces, not glass. It works perfectly alongside XPEL window tinting — the two products protect entirely different surfaces.
How do I maintain a ceramic-coated vehicle?
Use a pH-neutral car wash soap and avoid automatic brush car washes. Hand washing or touchless washing preserves the coating longest.
Can you apply ceramic coating to wheels and trim?
Yes. We offer coating packages that extend to wheels, plastic trim, and glass for full-vehicle protection.
Keep Your Paint Looking New — Book a Ceramic Coating in Tracy
Call (209) 814-5320 or Book Online