Yes — if you value your vehicle’s appearance, long-term protection, and ease of maintenance, ceramic coating is an exceptional investment. It forms a chemically bonded layer over your paintwork, delivering:

• A deep, high-gloss finish that lasts for years

• Resistance to UV fading, light scratches, tar, and acidic contaminants

• Dramatically improved hydrophobic behaviour, making washing easier and less frequent

While it won’t make your car invincible, it drastically slows the wear-and-tear process and preserves resale value. Done properly (like at Unit-11), it outperforms waxes and dealer-applied sealants by years.

No — ceramic coating doesn’t mean “no washing,” but it does make washing much easier and safer.

Dirt and water won’t cling to coated surfaces as they would to bare paint. Most grime will rinse off with minimal effort. That said, regular safe washing (using pH-neutral shampoo and proper technique) is still essential to avoid build-up and to keep the coating performing at its best.

At Unit-11, we also provide you with a tailored aftercare kit and maintenance advice to keep your coating in top condition.

No — ceramic coating is not a scratch remover or paint correction product. In fact, applying ceramic to a flawed surface will lock those imperfections in.

That’s why professional paint refinement is critical before coating. At Unit-11, we include machine polishing (single or multi-stage, depending on condition) in every ceramic package to ensure your paintwork is swirl-free and mirror-clear before protection is applied.

It depends on the coating type, surface prep, and how the vehicle is maintained. Here’s a realistic guide:

• Entry-level coatings (1–3 years): Often DIY or low-cost studio work, with limited bonding and chemical resistance

• Professional-grade coatings (5–10 years): Applied in controlled conditions, IR cured, and warrantied — like our Gtechniq, Gyeon, and Unit-11 Signature systems

At Unit-11, we only install accredited coatings registered to the vehicle, with durability from 3 to 10+ years depending on your chosen package. We also offer annual maintenance inspections to keep warranties valid and performance sharp.

Absolutely. Ceramic coating can be applied to:

• All painted surfaces (including gloss black trim and badges)

• Alloy wheels (faces or full barrel) to resist brake dust and heat

• Glass to improve wet weather visibility and reduce wiper use

• Interior surfaces such as leather, fabric and plastics to prevent staining, dye transfer and fading

• Convertible soft tops using a dedicated nano-fabric guard

At Unit-11, we offer modular upgrades for all of these so your entire vehicle benefits — not just the bodywork.

They’re often sold at a premium, but rarely deliver premium results.

The issue lies in application quality, not the product itself. Dealerships often use entry-level coatings and rely on untrained staff or third parties working to tight turnaround times — usually applying the coating in under an hour without proper decontamination or machine polishing.

This means:

• The paint surface is rarely corrected beforehand (so swirls and scratches remain sealed in)

• The coating may not bond properly or last anywhere near its claimed lifespan

• There’s usually no infra-red curing or controlled environment, reducing effectiveness

At Unit-11, we carry out full surface prep, machine refinement, and precise hand application in our climate-controlled studio, followed by infra-red curing. Every coating is registered to your vehicle, backed by an official warranty, and supported with aftercare advice — all of which you simply don’t get with a rushed dealer job.

Our ceramic coating services are carried out at our dedicated studio in Gillingham, where every vehicle benefits from a controlled environment and uncompromising attention to detail. We offer a free courtesy car and can also arrange trailered collection for your convenience. With easy access to major rail networks, we’re well positioned to serve clients from across the South East, including: