Ceramic coatings are considered to be a very strong form of protection for car paint. These coatings are very hard and are known for offering a great protection to the surface of the car. Many manufacturers claim that these coatings last more than a year but, obviously, they do not last for lifetime. Eventually, the ceramic coatings need to be removed after their lifespan is over so that the car’s surface can be prepared for a brand-new application of the ceramic coating.
For applying a new layer of ceramic coating on the car, the previous layer should be removed. If the previous layer of ceramic coating is not removed properly, it can also damage the surface of the car thus making it hard for the new coating to look neat and clean. In order to successfully remove the old layer of ceramic coating from the car, you have to be very careful and should perform the procedure with the required tools and material required to remove the coating.
Problems while Removing a Ceramic Coating
A ceramic coating holds some of the same ingredients that are used in the creation of pottery glaze. The main ingredient that is used in the preparation of ceramic coatings is SiO2 and Si3D. Once these silicates are applied on the surface of the car, they become very hard.
This property of ceramic coating protects the car’s paint from the rough and tough weather. This hardness also serves as the biggest problem when we plan to remove the old ceramic coating for the application of a new one. Regular clays or finishing polish usually have very a little effect on the car’s surface. When you apply wax or sealants on the car’s surface, they can be easily removed with the help of clays or polish. On the other hand, ceramic coatings usually need a hard polish and degreasing agent to remove the layer.
3 Methods to Remove Ceramic Coatings
If you are planning to prepare your car for a new ceramic coating, here are some ways listed down that you can use to remove the old layer of ceramic coating from your car. Let’s have a look at them:
Using Chemical Removal
Ceramic coatings provide really good resistance for most of the chemicals, but they do not hold such strong bond against alkaline products. Many people use alkaline products to remove the layer of ceramic coating entirely. However, it should be noted that the alkaline products are very strong in nature and can also damage the paintwork underneath if not used carefully.
Using Clay with Other Products
Clay alone cannot remove the hard-ceramic coating of the car but is really effective when combined with some other products. When the ceramic coating gets old or really worn, it gets easier to remove it from the surface using the mixture of clay and iron dust remover. You can also use grinder polisher to buff and wax the surface to completely remove the coating.
Using Polish
Many experts say that polishing is the most effective and trusted way to remove the torn layer of ceramic coating from the car. Polishing is also really helpful for preparing the surface of the car for brand new application of the ceramic coating. It removes certain imperfections from the car’s paintwork thus making it fine for the next layer. Many times, the oily substances leave their presence on the surface of the car no matter how much water you use for cleaning purposes. It is recommended to use degreasing agent along with brake dust remover to clean the paint surface.
By following the above methods, you can prepare your car paint for your next protective coating layer. If you have any question or comments regarding our car care products, please write to us.
