Ceramic coating has become one of the biggest buzzwords in the world of car detailing. You'll see it advertised as a way to make paint glossier, easier to clean, and better protected from the elements. Some products even make it sound like a near-invisible force field for your car. But what does ceramic coating actually do?

 

Despite the name, automotive ceramic coating is not a layer of ceramic armor. It's a liquid chemical product that bonds to a vehicle's paint and cures into a thin, protective layer. When properly applied, it can change how water, dirt, and contaminants interact with the surface.