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The coating bonds to your clear coat for deep gloss and a slick surface. It helps resist water spots, road grime and light chemical etching, and makes every wash easier.
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Turn heads with a glossy vehicle finishCharleston, SC’s Premier Provider of Ceramic Coatings
Feynlab Ultra V3 ceramic coating in two packages, 5-year and lifetime. A light polish is included, and paint, glass, wheel faces, trim and lights are all coated.
Feynlab Ultra V3Polish included2 to 3 day turnaround
Overview
Stop Waxing Your Vehicle
Consistently waxing to achieve that pristine showroom shine has long been the norm. Now, ceramic coatings make paint gloss and surface slickness possible without needing wax. At Troop Films Paint Protection & Tint, our ceramic coatings keep your vehicle looking sleek and shiny.
The process involves applying a liquid polymer to all applicable surfaces of your exterior. The formula bonds with the paint to create a layer of shine. Not only does this make your vehicle look stunning, it keeps it looking clean for longer.
At a glance
CoatingFeynlab Ultra V3
Packages5-year and lifetime
PrepLight polish included
Turnaround2 to 3 days
PricingFrom $1,500
Coating packages
Our Ceramic Coating Packages
Two packages, one coating. Both include a light polish and a hand application of Feynlab Ultra V3, with a typical turnaround of 2 to 3 days. Ask us for the warranty terms on each.
5-Year Package
Feynlab Ultra V3 with a 5-year warranty
$1,500starting at
- Light polish of the vehicle paint
- Single application of ceramic to paint and bodywork
- Wheel faces coated
- Windshield and all automotive glass coated
- Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
- Headlights and taillights coated
5-year warranty
Get a QuoteLifetime Package
Feynlab Ultra V3 with a lifetime warranty
$1,900starting at
- Light polish of the vehicle paint
- Single application of ceramic to paint and bodywork
- Wheel faces coated
- Windshield and all automotive glass coated
- Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
- Headlights and taillights coated
Lifetime warranty
Get a QuoteWhat gets coated
One Package, Every Surface
Both packages cover far more than the paint. Here is what the coating does on each surface.
Windshield & Glass
On glass, rain beads up and rolls away, wipers streak less, and bugs and water spots wipe off instead of baking on.
Wheel Faces
A coating built to handle brake heat. Brake dust and road grime release with a rinse instead of scrubbing, and the finish is guarded against corrosion and pitting.
Trim, Plastics & Lights
Exterior vinyl, plastics, headlights and taillights are coated too, so they hold their color and stay easy to clean along with the paint.
The perfect pair
Ceramic Coating and Paint Correction
Troop Films Paint Protection & Tint provides the best ceramic coating services for the Charleston area. What truly distinguishes us is the professional paint correction included with our ceramic coating service.
Before applying a ceramic coating, it is crucial that we remove the flaws in your vehicle’s paint. Paint correction is a careful process where we use cutting, buffing, and polishing to remove imperfections like swirl marks, scratches, or nicks. This step makes sure the paint surface is ready to receive your ceramic coating.
By choosing our team to coat your vehicle, you are making a wise decision in preserving its premium appearance. Send the quote form below, or call or text us at (843) 580-2555 for more information.
The process
Installing Your Ceramic Coating
Exterior detailing
The coating needs a perfectly clean surface to bond. We thoroughly wash the vehicle and deep clean every part of the exterior to remove dirt, dust and road grime, then inspect the paint to see what needs correcting.
Paint correction
We remove minor swirls, scratches and scrapes with cutting compounds, then buff and polish those areas so the flaws are gone before the coating locks the finish in.
Ceramic coating application
Our technicians hand-apply the coating panel by panel with applicator pads so everything is covered evenly. It bonds with the paint and forms a strong, water-repelling layer.
Cure and hand-off
The coating cures in our shop before you pick up. We walk you through simple wash and care steps that keep it performing.
Know before you coat
Myths About Ceramic Coatings
Myth 1: Coatings are scratch-proof
A coating enhances your paint’s appearance, but it will not make it resistant to scratches. Sharp objects and impacts still leave marks. If you want scratch protection, consider paint protection film before your coating is installed.
Myth 2: You never have to wash again
A coating makes the surface hydrophobic, so water beads up and rolls off and less dirt sticks. Your vehicle still needs regular washes. They are just faster and easier.
Myth 3: Coatings last forever on their own
Coatings outlast wax and sealants by years, but how long one lasts depends on the environment, how the vehicle is used and how it is maintained. Regular care extends its life.
Recent work
Recent Ceramic Coating Work
Gloss, depth and water beading, straight from our shop.
FAQ
Ceramic Coating: FAQs and Answers
What is the difference between the 5-Year and Lifetime packages?
Both use Feynlab Ultra V3 and include the same prep and the same surfaces. The difference is the warranty term that comes with each. Ask us for the full warranty details when you book.
Are wheels, glass and trim really included?
Yes. Both packages coat the wheel faces, the windshield and all automotive glass, exterior vinyl and plastics, and the headlights and taillights along with the paint.
Do you coat interiors?
Interior protection for leather, vinyl, fabric and plastics can be quoted on request. Tell us about your interior in the form below and we will include it in your price.
Can I get a ceramic coating over paint protection film?
Yes. A coating over PPF adds gloss and makes the film easier to clean. Many customers protect the front end with film and coat the whole vehicle.
How long does the install take?
Plan on 2 to 3 days. That covers the wash, paint correction, hand application and cure time before the vehicle goes back outside.
How do I care for a coated vehicle?
Hand wash with a pH-neutral soap and clean mitts, and skip automatic brush washes. We go over care steps with you at pickup.
The Ultimate Protection for Your Vehicle
Fill out and submit our ceramic coating quote form and our installers will reach out with a direct quote.
Don't like forms?
Call or text the shop and talk to our team directly. We work by appointment, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 6 pm.