Why Ceramic Coating Is a Must for Florida Drivers

Live in the Sunshine State? Own a car? Then you’re probably well aware of the harsh effects the sun can have on car paintwork. Come on, we’ve all seen them (and, go on—admit it—passed judgment…). Those faded beaters that are a far cry from their original glory. Jalopies that continue to eat up the miles but no longer have any purpose, other than to provide their drivers with the dullest transport option from A to B.

But that’s not you! Because the very fact that you’re reading this is evidence that you realize the need for some form of sun damage car protection. OK, so you can go old school and give up days of your time to wax and continually re-wax your ride. But why? Why, why, why would you do that when there’s a far better solution at hand?

Enter the glory that is ceramic coating. The very best UV protection for vehicles and, despite a modest initial outlay, one of the best value for money options when ensuring your car remains the envy of all those who set eyes on her.

Ceramic Coating for Florida Cars: The Ultimate What, Why, and How-To Guide

So, we all love the sun. That’s one of the reasons we live here and why many millions more flock here each year to take advantage of our balmy climate. But, your car’s paint doesn’t. While you’d think that car manufacturers would have put this right by now, the sad truth is that they haven’t (and likely have no intention of doing so).

With Florida having an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day and temperatures often topping 100 degrees, it’s pretty obvious that this intense, constant barrage of UV light will soon begin to degrade unprotected paintwork. Ceramic coating adds an invisible barrier that the sun’s rays can’t penetrate. Plus, the nanotechnology it uses takes that light and reflects it away, creating a deep gleam and color enrichment that can’t be mimicked by any other product. 

OK, so there are other ways that you could protect your ride from sun damage. You could park your car under cover or in the shade. Yawn… And the chances of even finding a parking space where you won’t get towed, let alone it being a shaded spot are, quite literally, zero. Plus, the last thing you want to be concerned about when cruising the tarmac is sun damage. Automobile excellence is everywhere you look in Florida, so you need to be sure your ride keeps up.

So, ceramic coating it is then… You’ve got two choices for doing this: DIY or professional installation. Yes, the former has a cheaper initial price tag. But this comes with a heap of caveats, such as:

• Where to do it: Do you have an indoor, climate-controlled location? One that allows you to clean the vehicle sufficiently, prevent further dirt from settling on the surface, and provides the optimal temperature for the ceramic coating to cure.
• Do you have the expertise? Do you honestly know how to correctly detail the vehicle before installing the product? What about applying the coating itself? Because, trust us, it really is an art…
• What about the time (and the inclination)? A quality ceramic coating installation takes a minimum of 48 hours, including the initial curing time.

Plus, the off-the-shelf products don’t have anywhere near the quality or longevity of the best pro-installs. And, if you have even the tiniest bit of pride in your ride (you live in Florida, after all), why on earth would you go for anything other than the ultimate sun damage car protection?

At Auto SuperShield, we freely admit to being obsessed with the latest tech to prevent paint fade from the famous Floridian sunshine. We offer the ultimate products, such as ceramic coating, paint protection film (PPF), or the holy grail, the PPF-ceramic coating combo. And, if you don’t mind a bit of shameless self-promotion, the experts behind many of the best-looking vehicles cruising our state’s roads today.

Ready to find out more? Head across to our paint protection services page and, if you’re ready to upscale your ride, hit us up today. The sun is shining and there’s no time like the present…