Professional Ceramic Coating Installers in Conway

Professional Grade Ceramic Coatings

Professional grade ceramic coatings are coatings produced for professional detailers. The only way to purchase these coatings are directly through the manufacturer after completing specific certifications through in person or online training. Arsenal Auto Detailing proudly holds certifications from SB3 and Aquatek. These coatings require training and certification because of how expensive and difficult they are to develop and use.

Costing $300 to $500 per oz most of these coatings are complete SIO2 and TIO2 solid formulas using the highest grade of ceramic resin. These professional coatings if installed incorrectly can cause major defects like highspots to your vehicle's surfaces. High spots are essentially improperly leveled areas of ceramic coating that cause a rainbowing and shadowing effect on your paint. Depending on the ceramic coating being used at the time advanced polishing or even wet sanding is needed to level the coating.

Proper paint preparation like advanced paint correction is also required prior to applying professional coatings, this process can take hours sometimes even days to complete. But when professional grade coatings are applied correctly by seasoned professionals like Arsenal Auto Detailing, these ceramic coatings can provide your vehicle a lifetime worth of gloss and protection.

Simply Ceramic Coatings are the highest grade of protection & gloss enhancement for your vehicle. Unlike traditional waxes & sealants which are just films that sit on the surface of a vehicle, true ceramic coatings create a semi-permanent barrier of protection that bonds with your vehicle's surface providing unmatched durability, protection, gloss, & self cleaning abilities.

A ceramic coating is a glass-like protective layer that bonds to your vehicle’s clear coat.

The clear coat gives your vehicle that deep shine. The problem is, your vehicle’s surface is full of tiny pores, and over time contaminants will seep in and damage your exterior. Contaminants include dirt, road salt, tree sap, bug guts, brake dust, etc.

Ceramic coatings contain Silica Dioxide (Sio2), which is a hard, tiny compound.

After applying, it will “cure” to create a glass-like layer atop your surface. This protects the clear coat from contaminants and scratches

Ceramic coatings have come a long way since their initial release to the market. Originally ceramic coatings were developed by NASA for use in aircraft, space, and military equipment. These initial types of ceramic coatings were applied by Plasma Spray-Physical Vapor Deposition rigs using a very high power plasma flame injected with ceramic powder under a vacuum.

This process covers substrates like metal with microns of ceramic protection which is extremely resistant to environmental waste and extreme temperatures but flexible enough where it can withstand years of vibration and flex. The technology was and still is used to protect expensive engine components from eroding and environmental wear under extreme conditions. Items such as engine turbine blades, which need to endure extremely high temp environments and stress conditions, while still remaining smooth to avoid the disruption of airflow. Other examples of ceramic coating use can also be found in use with the Navy and Air Force protecting battleships and aircraft from rusting, wind, and UV erosion.

With the advancement of coating technology, professional grade ceramic coatings can now be applied by hand with suede applicator pads and hardened with infrared lights and enthusiast coatings are as easy as spray on and wipe off.

Here's an unprotected clear coat:

Protection from a ceramic coating:

Solo

Amazing gloss and incredible water beading. It can be used on Paint, Glass, and wheels.

Virtually any surface on the exterior of a vehicle.

One-year coating.

Solo is a great entry-level addition for protection.

Coupe

Starting at $450

Sedan/Single Cab Truck

Starting at $500

Large Truck/Crossover

Starting at $550

SUV/Van

Starting at $600

Omega

Very popular as an entry coating amongst our customers.

Extremely high gloss and water beading.

It has been said this coating leaves a jolly rancher appearance to the vehicle's paint. Super deep and glossy.

Omega is backed by our 3rd party warranty and is also reported to carfax.

Coupe

Starting at $550

Sedan/Single Cab Truck

Starting at $600

Large Truck/Crossover

Starting at $650

SUV/Van

Starting at $700

Thirty3

9H scratch-resistant formula and utilizing advanced nano-coating technology for automobiles.

Backed by a 3-year third-party warranty.

Forms a permanent bond to your vehicle's paint, making it fully protected from highly damaging contaminants, and will not be removed by harsh chemicals once fully cured.

Provides superior water repellency, easily exceeding any sealants exponentially.

Ultra Hydrophobic Coating
Excellent Weather & UV Resistance
Corrosion & Oxidation Resistant
High-Quality Gloss Finish
Self Cleaning Nanoceramic Formula
Micro-marring & Etching Protection

Coupe

Starting at $650

Sedan/Single Cab Truck

Starting at $700

Large Truck/Crossover

Starting at $750

SUV/Van

Starting at $800

Alpha

This coating offers 5 years of protection while leaving a great layer of gloss and slickness.

Alpha is a great coating for daily drivers or someone looking for long term protection.

It allows for nice ease of maintenance and great protection.

Alpha is backed by our 3rd party warranty and is also reported to carfax.

Coupe

Starting at $700

Sedan/Single Cab Truck

Starting at $750

Large Truck/Crossover

Starting at $800

SUV/Van

Starting at $850

AQUATEK Singular

Signature Series Coating

Tested and rated to meet Japanese Industry Standards, the lab testing rates it for significantly longer than the 6-year durability* we’ve proposed.

Exceeds the 100˚- degree mark for high hydrophobicity. We set out to design a coating that gives that coveted wet-look gloss without the need for additional toppers or coatings.

Provides protection to surfaces from UV, Oxidation, Environmental Contaminants, chemical resistance and does provide a level of scratch resistance.

Coupe

Starting at $750

Sedan/Single Cab Truck

Starting at $850

Large Truck/Crossover

Starting at $950

SUV/Van

Starting at $1050

Vortex Wheel

Vortex is one of those products you truly have to see to believe. Once applied you'll never want to drive a car without it on your wheels.

Vortex is designed to protect your wheel and calipers from harsh brake dust and everyday wear and tear to your wheels. Once applied Vortex will keep your wheels cleaner longer, and clean up is a breeze. Say goodbye to dedicated wheel cleaners. Often a good soap will clean your wheels easily.

Vortex has a durability rating of 2 years.

Wheel Faces - $200

Wheel, Faces, and Barrels - $300

Glass

Optic Coating is a glass coating designed for windshields. Optic greatly enhances visibility for windshield during rainy times. Optic Coating will make windshield cleaning a lot easier. It will also make removing bugs faster.

Windshield, Mirrors, Glass Surfaces Extreme Hydrophobic Properties Easier to Clean and Maintain.

Clear Visibility 1 Year Warranty.

Windshield - $75

Windshield & Side Windows - $175

All Windows - $225

Hyde

Hyde is a premier interior protectant. It works well on all leather and leaves a nice soft supple feel. It will not leave the leather hard and is built to flex.

The protective properties of Hyde will last 1 year.

Fiber is the ultimate fabric protection for all interior surfaces.

- $150

Fiber

SB3 Fiber was created for those demanding the best protection when it comes to their interior auto fabric. Fiber creates a unique layer of protection that bonds to carpets, floor mats, and Alcantara. Spills wipe right up, and won't settle in. This truly is a soccer mom's dream come true.

The protection from Fiber will last one year.

- $100

Can I wash my car after the coating is installed?

Once the coating is applied, the vehicle should not get wet for the first 48 hours so it can fully cure. After that, we advise our customers to not wash their vehicle for the first two weeks. The first wash after we apply the ceramic coating is free to you so we can check how the coating is holding up.

Can the ceramic coating replace my clear coat?

If your paint is chipping and fading due to clear coat failure, the only option to fix that is a repaint. A ceramic coating will not be able to help.

Can I just get the coating installed without the prep work or paint correction?

We do not apply coatings to vehicles that have not gone through the proper prep and correction as you will not reap the benefits of a coating without it.