Ceramic Coating Myths, Lies, and Misconceptions

I'm in complete support of videos like this and helping keep expectations in check for the coatings. Are they legitimate technologies? Absolutely. Does the marketing give irresponsible expectations? Absolutely.

Thanks Dmitry! Always enjoy your videos and learn something everytime. Keep them coming!

Great video - thanks for taking the time and for sharing your insight

LOL 10 years " no one keeps their car that long" ... That is so wrong. I do appreciate the info in the vid. I was looking into a ceramic coating on my new pick up. The new pick up is replacing my last one which I've had for 30 years. I think I'll just wax it.

Great video Dmitry! Glad to hear your thoughts again. I can’t wait for new videos in 2024

The 1st thing about coatings I tell my customers: “Its just an ultra high-end version of a car wax that remains on the paintwork for a much longer time. How fantastic it is depends on country, climate, car usage culture and how often its washed. If its insufficiently washed, you’re back in square one”.

Excellent topics Dmitry.. thanks for putting this together.

I am not a pro detailer by no means but I've been taking care of my cars and some others ever since I was a teenager. I've learned a lot and I'm a senior citizen now. People have suggested that I do this for a living in my time and I've had detailers compliment my work. I just enjoy mine and sometimes others. I think this video is very informative . I don't get into as much of the science but I understand a lot of it. I found interesting when you said who keeps the car 10 years. You are going to generally do regular maintenance and whether you use basic straight off Walmart shelf or pro line sealant it's going to look good. Coatings does not prevent rock chips and things of that nature. Every little bit helps. A PPF is your biggest deterrent for this. Sorry I'm so long winded but you nailed it very easy to understand.👏😎

I love the way you explain things, how you do your camera work. I watch all your b9 content aswell. You definetly outclass all the other youtubers with the way you portray your videos. Camera angles, explanation ect. Just come across your website and I can see its exactly how I imagined it to be. Very well structured. Your s4 build story is also amazing on the website. Keep doing your thing. If you was in the UK I would have most definitely come to your for any mechanical work. 💯

Everything you stated was true. I am in favor of topping coatings only due to the harsh weather conditions in Arizona. I would like more info on the UV protection factors. When it comes to UV protection on tires I do see a noticeable difference, especially when it comes to sidewall life in the heat. That's why I use the Renew Protect tire coating product line with UV protection. It does keep my RV and truck tires from sun rotting. I only recoat once a year. Great video.

I enjoyed your video Dmitry! You covered a lot of great points I often remind my viewers of. Good job! 👍🏻

Great video! Thank you for taking the time for this topic. The more I learn about coatings, I can of get to the same conclusions that you mentioned.

Great video! Around me, some shops definitely sell coatings as a get it and forget. Coating will last X years and it will protect from scratches, bugs, rain, etc. but, as you mentioned, of course the coating will look like it will last if you’re sucked into a maintenance where it’s topped every 6-12 months. At that point, why not just go with a sealant and save hundreds. My wife and I got new cars 6 months apart last year. Hers was coated and ppf. Shop installed a 4 year ceramic pro. After winter, the hydrophobics are gone. It’s “clogged” or “masked”. So I have to deal with that this spring. My car, I just used a sealant every 2-3 months as needed. Side by side, you couldn’t really tell or feel which car was ceramic coated. I wash both cars on a weekly/bi-weekly basis at home, even during the winter. If I had to do it again, I would just stick with PPF and a good sealant.

OK, so great video and information! Pretty much how I feel also, this is how I teach my clients when getting a ceramic coating. I personally don't upsell coatings, I leave it to the client to choose.

I really enjoyed your video! Keep it up

This is what I say whenever it comes to a product or item that isn’t a must have. The pricing of the product is often driven by the saying “Are you selling the product or are you buying the product” ? Dealer Installers opinions don’t weigh as heavily in my opinion because well they’re trying to sell the stuff, an installer that is a trying to sell you the product I feel will be more truthful as to the quality of the product and reasons for purchasing the product. Thank you this is very helpful I’m taking delivery on the 2024 Corvette in a few months and this is a big part of the thought process on what I’m gonna do with it right off the truck

Awesome video and content brother

I appreciate your honest assessment.

No lies in this video, all great points

Hey, love your Vonixx series & love your videos always very informative. I’m patiently waiting for your review on Vonixx V-Paint pro!