Ceramic vehicle
coatings in Surrey
At the Tiki Details studio in Ashford, Surrey, we offer high-quality ceramic coating protective packages. Contact our experienced team today for a free quote and find out more about the range of options we have available. Our skilled and experienced team have been delivering high-quality protective coatings for many years, so you can guarantee we’ll give your vehicle the proper treatment. Please read on for more information about the procedure
Ceramic Coatings Explained
Ceramic coatings for Cars have been available for close on 30 years now. Originally, they were invented in South Korea and have spread on from there worldwide.
Here at Tiki Details, we have been accredited with Autobead and Coating Farm Ceramics .
Essentially Ceramic coatings are designed to give high gloss levels, be extremely hydrophobic and offer a sacrificial layer that will take the brunt of scratches and protect your paintwork. There are a lot of misconceptions about ceramic coatings and mistruths spread across the internet. Some show videos of the car’s paintwork being set on fire and then extinguished quickly and many other tricks.
The simple fact is that ceramic coatings are designed to bond to the paintwork with a 1–5-micron layer that is tough and shines. It will generally wear away over a period dictated by the longevity of the specific coating. Such as our 3,5, or 8-year ceramic coatings.
Many companies buy from the same sources from China, India, etc and re-label and sell at inflated prices. Most of these ceramics tend to be low quality and use a very basic formula. These tend not to have strong bonding agents and have very low Si02 (Silicon Dioxide), which is the main ingredient that gives the durability and strength to the coatings. CFC have patented and proven ceramic coatings that give extreme levels of gloss and durability.
The simple fact is that ceramic coatings are designed to bond to the paintwork with a 1–5-micron layer that is tough and shines. It will generally wear away over a period dictated by the longevity of the specific coating. Such as our 1, 2, 3 and 5 year ceramic coatings.
Many companies buy from the same sources from China, India, etc and re-label and sell at inflated prices. Most of these ceramics tend to be low quality and use a very basic formula. These tend not to have strong bonding agents and have very low Si02 (Silicon Dioxide), which is the main ingredient that gives the durability and strength to the coatings. With Autobead ceramic coatings which are proven ceramic coatings that give extreme levels of gloss and durability they also come with a warranty.
The next part of the puzzle is professional application. There are many valeting companies that offer a plethora of ceramic coating solutions, some ranging from a £100 to £3,000. In some cases, it tends to be based on the value of your car, so it will be higher if you say you have a 2021 Porsche 911 vs a 2014 Ford Fiesta. Here at Tiki Details our pricing is by size – not by the price of car. We keep it simple.
If you would like more information or would like to get a quote, get in touch here and we’ll be happy to help you. We can also make bespoke packages tailored just for you.
Check out the packages we have available for Ceramic Coatings - select from our Two, Three and Five year options.
The next part of the puzzle is professional application. There are many valeting companies that offer a plethora of ceramic coating solutions, some ranging from a £100 to £3,000. In some cases, it tends to be based on the value of your car, so it will be higher if you say you have a 2021 Porsche 911 vs a 2014 Ford Fiesta. Here at Tiki Details our pricing is by size – not by the price of car. We keep it simple.
If you would like more information or would like to get a quote, get in touch here and we’ll be happy to help you.
Check out the packages available for Ceramic Coatings. Our full current price list for Ceramic Coatings can also be found
here.
Three Year Ceramic Coatings package
We offer a full package that includes the following:
- Vehicle safe wash. Pre rinse, Snow foam rinse, two bucket shampoo ensuring no dirt returns to the vehicle, rinsed again then dry the vehicle with plush micro fibre towels.
- Full chemical decontamination. We remove iron particles and road tar from the vehicle’s paintwork, clay barred to remove all bonded contaminants making the paintwork silky smooth.
- Single stage machine polish to reduce the swirls and scratches whilst increasing the gloss and depth of the paintwork.
- Application of Aquacoat Pro, 3 Year, 9H Scratch Resistant ceramic coating. This helps restore and protect the vehicles paintwork whilst making it easier to clean and maintain.
Total cost: £399
Two Year Ceramic Coatings package
We offer a full package that includes the following:
- Vehicle safe wash. Pre rinse, Snow foam rinse, two bucket shampoo ensuring no dirt returns to the vehicle, rinsed again then dry the vehicle with plush microfiber towels.
- Full chemical decontamination. We remove iron particles and road tar from the vehicle’s paintwork, clay barred to remove all bonded contaminants making the paintwork silky smooth.
- Single stage machine polish to reduce the swirls and scratches whilst increasing the gloss and depth of the paintwork.
- Application of a Two Year, titanium ceramic coating. Protecting the paintwork from weathering, damage, fallout, and chemicals from ph2 - ph12. Protection lasts up to 2 years, maintaining a rich gloss finish, excellent water behaviour, and easy maintenance.
Free bonuses:
- Interior detail (worth £99) We will give the same level of love and attention to the cockpit of your car, where you spend most of your time.
- Windscreen Glass Coating (worth £99) Maintain optimal visibility with a long-lasting ceramic which repels water from the glass surface—reducing the need for wipers and increasing clarity of vision.
- Alloys coated with 1 Year Alloy Coating (worth £129) Protect the face of your wheels
- Metals polished inside and out (worth £50) Exhaust tips and trims are returned to their glorious best with intensive metal polishing.
Service takes one full day to complete.
Total cost: £997 now discounted to £697 with £375 (£377) of free bonuses.
Five Year Ceramic Coatings package
Our five year ceramic-coating package includes the following:
- Vehicle safe wash. Pre rinse, snow foam, rinse, two bucket shampoo ensuring no dirt returns back to the vehicle, rinsed again then dry the vehicle with plush micro fibre towels.
- Full chemical decontamination. We remove iron particles and road tar from the vehicles paintwork, clay barred to remove all bonded contaminants making the paintwork silky smooth.
- Single stage machine polish to reduce the swirls and scratches whilst increasing the gloss and depth of the paintwork.
- Application of Alphacoat Hybrid, Dual Layer, 5 Year, 10H Scratch Resistant Ceramic coating. This helps restore and protect the vehicles paintwork whilst making it easier to clean and maintain.
Total cost: £499
Three Year Ceramic Coatings package
Our Three year ceramic-coating package includes the following:
- Vehicle safe wash. Pre rinse, snow foam, rinse, two bucket shampoo ensuring no dirt returns back to the vehicle, rinsed again then dry the vehicle with plush microfiber towels.
- Full chemical decontamination. We remove iron particles and road tar from the vehicles paintwork, clay barred to remove all bonded contaminants making the paintwork silky smooth.
- Single stage machine polish to reduce the swirls and scratches whilst increasing the gloss and depth of the paintwork.
- Application of 3 Year Paint Ceramic coating. A quintessential coating which overperforms on the key category criteria of gloss, micro-scratch resistance, UV protection, water behaviour, and ease of future maintenance. An excellent choice for first-time ceramic coating customers who’re looking to experience their benefits.
Free bonuses
- Interior detail (worth £99) We will give the same level of love and attention to the cockpit of your car, where you spend most of your time.
- Interior surfaces coated (worth £149) Whether your interior is leather or textile, we will boost its self-protection properties with premium-grade ceramic coating protection.
- Glass Coating (worth £99) Maintain optimal visibility with a long-lasting ceramic which repels water from the glass surface—reducing the need for wipers and increasing clarity of vision.
- Alloys coated with 3 Year Alloy Coating (worth £199) Your alloys withstand a lot. Brutal temperatures and unique contamination. Make future maintenance easier with a purpose designed 3 Year Alloy Coating.
Total cost: £997 with £550 (£546) of free bonuses
Eight Year Ceramic Coatings package
Our eight year ceramic-coating package includes the following:
- Vehicle safe wash. Pre rinse, snow foam, rinse, two bucket shampoo ensuring no dirt returns to the vehicle, rinsed again then dry the vehicle with plush micro fibre towels.
- Full chemical decontamination. We remove iron particles and road tar from the vehicle’s paintwork.
- Clay barred to remove all bonded contaminants making the paintwork silky smooth.
- Single stage machine polish to reduce the swirls and scratches whilst increasing the gloss and depth of the paintwork.
- Application of Alphacoat Graphene, Dual Layer, 8 Year, 10H Scratch Resistant Ceramic coating. This helps restore and protect the vehicles paintwork whilst making it easier to clean and maintain.
Total cost: £599
Ultimate Five Year Graphene Ceramic Coating Package
Our five year Graphene ceramic-coating package includes the following:
- Vehicle safe wash. Pre rinse, snow foam, rinse, two bucket shampoo ensuring no dirt returns back to the vehicle, rinsed again then dry the vehicle with plush microfiber towels.
- Full chemical decontamination. We remove iron particles and road tar from the vehicles paintwork, clay barred to remove all bonded contaminants making the paintwork silky smooth.
- Single stage machine polish to reduce the swirls and scratches whilst increasing the gloss and depth of the paintwork.
- Application of 5 Year Graphene Paint Coating. Reduce the need to clean and maintain your car's appearance by ~75% due to the coating's self-cleaning properties. Enjoy deeper gloss and a vehicle that looks its best for longer.
Free bonuses:
- Interior detail (worth £99) We will give the same level of love and attention to the cockpit of your car, where you spend most of your time.
- Interior surfaces coated (worth £149) Whether your interior is leather or textile, we will boost its self-protection properties with premium-grade ceramic coating protection.
- Windscreen Glass Coating (worth £99) Maintain optimal visibility with a long-lasting ceramic which repels water from the glass surface—reducing the need for wipers and increasing clarity of vision.
- Alloys coated with 5 Year Alloy Coating (worth £199) Your alloys withstand a lot. Brutal temperatures and unique contamination. Make future maintenance easier with a purpose designed 5 Year Alloy Coating.
- Engine Bay Detail (worth £99) Only you know if your engine bay is clean, and that is enough. We will return it to the beautiful condition the manufacturers intended.
- Metals polished inside and out (worth £50) Exhaust tips and trims are returned to their glorious best with intensive metal polishing.
Service takes two full days to complete.
Total cost: £1,497 now discounted to £1,197 with £700 (£694) of free bonuses.
Ceramic Coating FAQ's
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What is Ceramic Coating?
This is a question that we get asked by many car owners here at Tiki Details. There are various reasons to have your vehicle ceramic coating professionally applied and some are more important than others for different people. We will list some of them below and you can judge for yourself.
- Long term protection
- High Gloss
- Highly Hydrophobic
- Protection from environmental pollution
- Stays cleaner for longer between washes
- Easier to clean without using corrosive chemicals
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What is most important for me?
Whatever your answer, rest assured we have the solution from our extensive range and our experience of ceramic coating so many vehicles.
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Easy Maintenance or Extreme Gloss?
Some car owners are looking for a high shine above all else and for others it might be the easier maintenance angle. Here at Tiki Details, we can recommend the correct car ceramic coating based on your needs. For instance, if you have a weekend car that stays in the garage most of the time doing under 5k miles a year, then your requirements will be different to a daily driver doing 20k miles a year. Based on your requirements we can recommend the correct ceramic coating from our range of options.
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Why Ceramic Coat a New Car?
We often get asked, is there any point to prepping and ceramic coating a brand-new car. The simple fact is that in most cases the preparation from the dealership leaves a lot to be desired. Most are under pressure to get cars out quickly with the minimum of cost. This leads to poor preparation and in a lot of cases inflicting wash induced swirl marks and scratches. The Tesla Model 3 in the video above is a prime example of this. We were contacted by the owner of the car to see if he could rectify and protect the car for long term protection.
A two-stage paint correction was carried out, 1st stage to remove all the scratches and 2nd stage to bring the paintwork up to a high shine before the ceramic coating was applied. We treated with the Tesla Model 3 to Coating Farm Ceramics Alphacoat Hybrid, 5 Year, Dual Layer ceramic coating to the paintwork. Watch the video below to see all the steps taken by us to make it into ‘showroom condition’.
Ceramic Coating FAQ's
-
What is Ceramic Coating?
This is a question that we get asked by many car owners here at Tiki Details. There are various reasons to have your vehicle ceramic coating professionally applied and some are more important than others for different people. We will list some of them below and you can judge for yourself.
- Long term protection
- High Gloss
- Highly Hydrophobic
- Protection from environmental pollution
- Stays cleaner for longer between washes
- Easier to clean without using corrosive chemicals
-
What is most important for me?
Whatever your answer, rest assured we have the solution from our extensive range and our experience of ceramic coating so many vehicles.
-
Easy Maintenance or Extreme Gloss?
Some car owners are looking for a high shine above all else and for others it might be the easier maintenance angle. Here at Tiki Details, we can recommend the correct car ceramic coating based on your needs. For instance, if you have a weekend car that stays in the garage most of the time doing under 5k miles a year, then your requirements will be different to a daily driver doing 20k miles a year. Based on your requirements we can recommend the correct ceramic coating from our range of options.
-
Why Ceramic Coat a New Car?
We often get asked, is there any point to prepping and ceramic coating a brand-new car. The simple fact is that in most cases the preparation from the dealership leaves a lot to be desired. Most are under pressure to get cars out quickly with the minimum of cost. This leads to poor preparation and in a lot of cases inflicting wash induced swirl marks and scratches. The Tesla Model 3 in the video above is a prime example of this. We were contacted by the owner of the car to see if he could rectify and protect the car for long term protection.
A two-stage paint correction was carried out, 1st stage to remove all the scratches and 2nd stage to bring the paintwork up to a high shine before the ceramic coating was applied. We treated with the Tesla Model 3 to Coating Farm Ceramics Alphacoat Hybrid, 5 Year, Dual Layer ceramic coating to the paintwork. Watch the video below to see all the steps taken by us to make it into ‘showroom condition’.
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