[MaximusJ]

Hey there,

Pretty new in the ceramic department. Just put on my first coating yesterday and was wondering what you guys use as a bling on top?

Just a wax or glaze? Sealant + wax? Anything else?

Thanks for sharing.

[adzam]

I'm thinking of going Ceramic as well. What product did you use... Any pics?

[blackf30n55]

I would not use a wax. In my experience it actually detracts from the look.

There are products that are designed to augment ceramic coatings and help maintain its hydrophobic properties.

If you use cquartz than carpro reload is the way to go. Sonax cc36 has brilliant shine detailer etc. this is what i would suggest to maintain the coatings after a maintenance wash. Not sure its going to add any additional bling to a freshly coated car though.

[MaximusJ]

It probably changes from product to product; I used Silverwax Nano 1 and I spoke to the guy that directed the R&D for the product and he says wax or glaze is fine, but a week+ after the coating.

I bought a glass effect wax from the same company; hoping to put on top when its done curing. But was just wondering if sealant would help between the two.

[X2 Monstah]

CarPro Reload! Awesome stuff and it's made to top a coating. Just bought my second bottle.

[MaximusJ]

Originally Posted by BSM F30

CarPro Reload! Awesome stuff and it's made to top a coating. Just bought my second bottle.

Gotta have to look into it I guess; seems pretty popular ahah

[X2 Monstah]

I used CarPro Reload last week. I just had my driveway repaved and the mist from the reload left an outline of my car and the driveway actually beads water! Hmmm, maybe I should seal my driveway with it!

[thatg20guy]

I have OptiCoat Pro on my car and I actually just use a detail spray drying aid after a wash for a little extra gloss - Adam's Detail Spray or Kenotek Showroom Shine (which has really been growing on me!)

Waxes aren't recommended for most coatings as it doesn't bond well to the slick surface of the coating and can actually interfere with some of the hydrophobic properties. You can use Reload as a topper but that's usually recommended every few months to add a sacrificial layer on top of the coating. Detail sprays are usually fine for a weekly/bi-weekly wash. I'd also highly recommend CarPro Reset as a maintenance shampoo! Really helps clean off any of the stubborn stuff stuck on the coating to "reset" the coating's original properties.

[John in VA]

Adam's Ceramic Boost is included in their ceramic Paint Coating system. Ceramic Boost can also be used by itself, offering several months of protection and shine in a quick and easy-to-use spray-on and buff-off sealant that contains silica protection.
http://adamspolishes.com/adam-s-cera...ating-kit.html

[MaximusJ]

Originally Posted by adzam

I'm thinking of going Ceramic as well. What product did you use... Any pics?

Took some on that same day, but since it takes 3 days to fully cure, it might not be a bad idea to wait 2 more days and retake some