Common black car paint problems ceramic coating helps prevent

Black paint looks incredible when it's clean and shows every flaw when it isn't. If you drive a black car, you already know how quickly swirls and spots appear.

The most common black paint problems

• Swirl marks from dirty wash mitts, dirty towels and automatic washes.
• Water spots from minerals left behind as water dries.
• Oxidation that slowly dulls the gloss.
• Micro-scratches from everyday contact, like a hand wiping dust off the trunk.

Why wax doesn't solve it

Wax sits on top of the paint and wears away after a few washes. Once it's gone, the same problems come back.

How ceramic coating helps

A ceramic coating bonds to the paint and leaves a slick, hydrophobic layer. Water beads and runs off, dirt has a harder time sticking, and the surface resists chemical stains. That makes black paint easier to keep clean and helps it hold its gloss.

A ceramic coating is not a physical barrier. It won't stop rock chips. For chip protection, ask about paint protection film.

Keeping a coated black car looking sharp

• Rinse often, and wash with a two-bucket method and a soft microfiber mitt.
• Avoid harsh chemicals and brush-style automatic washes.
• Dry the car fully with clean microfiber to prevent water spots.

Want your black car coated? See ceramic coating at 68 Auto Film and text us your car for a quote.