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Ceramic Coating — Chattanooga, TN

Ceramic Coating
Chattanooga TN.

Not a wax. Not a sealant. A chemical bond to your paint that delivers a deep-mirror finish, hydrophobic protection, and UV defense for 5+ years. One install — years of armor.

5yr+Protection LifeChemical Bond
9HHardness RatingScratch Resistant
IncludedDecon + 1-Step Paint CorrectionBefore Every Coat
CustomQuote BasedVehicle & Condition
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5yr+
Protection
9H
Hardness
75%
Less Washing
UV
Defense
5.0
Google Rating
Decon + 1-Step Paint Correction Included
Appointment-Only Precision
5+ Year Protection
BBB Accredited · Woman-Owned
Affirm & Klarna Financing
Ceramic Coating vs Everything Else
Basic
Wax
Lasts 4–8 weeks
  • Washes off in rain
  • No chemical bond to paint
  • Minimal UV protection
  • No scratch resistance
  • Repeat application every month
  • Zero long-term resale benefit
Better
Paint Sealant
Lasts 6–12 months
  • Polymer-based protection
  • Fades within a year
  • Some UV protection
  • Light hydrophobic effect
  • Annual reapplication needed
  • Modest gloss improvement
The Right Answer
Ceramic Coating
Lasts 5+ years
  • Chemical bond to clear coat
  • 5+ years of protection
  • Full UV oxidation defense
  • 9H hardness — scratch resistant
  • Hydrophobic — water beads & rolls
  • Deep-mirror gloss finish
  • Repels contaminants, bird droppings, tar
  • Preserves resale value long-term
Why Chattanooga Vehicles Need Ceramic Coating

Years of Armor.
One Install.

Ceramic coating chemically bonds to your vehicle's paint — creating a semi-permanent glass-like barrier that Tennessee's UV rays, summer heat, road contaminants, and bird droppings can't penetrate. It doesn't wash off in the rain, fade after a few washes, or need to be reapplied every season. One install, years of protection, and a finish that turns heads every time it rains.

Every ceramic coating we install includes an exterior decontamination and a one-step paint correction — hand wash, clay bar, iron bath, then correction. We don't coat a dirty car. Heavier scratching can be corrected further as an upgrade. Interior detailing is not included and is available as an add-on.

  • Chemical bond to clear coat — not a topcoat
  • 5+ years of active protection
  • 9H hardness rating
  • Hydrophobic — water beads and rolls
  • UV oxidation defense
  • Deep gloss mirror finish
  • Reduces washing by up to 75%
  • Repels contaminants and bird droppings
  • Exterior decon and one-step paint correction included
  • Protects resale value long-term
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Lamborghini Gallardo after ceramic coating in Chattanooga TN
Ceramic Coating · Chattanooga TN
Lamborghini Gallardo
5yr+
Protection
Mercedes CLE 300 ceramic coating PPF window tint Chattanooga TN
The Full Package

PPF + Tint +
Ceramic Coating.

PPF stops the rock chips. Ceramic tint kills the heat. Ceramic coating locks in the shine and repels everything else. Three services, one shop, complete protection. Ask about combo packages.

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How We Do It

The Ceramic Coating
Process.

Ceramic coating is only as good as the prep work underneath it. A coating applied over dirty, contaminated, or swirl-marked paint seals those problems in permanently. Here's exactly how we handle every Chattanooga vehicle we coat.

01
Free Consultation
We assess your vehicle's paint condition, discuss your goals, and give you an honest quote. If your paint has heavier scratching that needs more than our included one-step correction, we tell you and offer further correction as an option — no surprises after the fact.
02
Decon & Paint Correction
Every ceramic coating includes an exterior hand wash, iron bath, and clay bar treatment for a full decontamination, followed by a one-step paint correction, before a single drop of coating is applied. The prep is what makes the coating bond correctly and last the full 5+ years. We don't skip it. Interior detailing is not part of the coating and is available as an add-on.
03
Ceramic Application
Coating is applied panel by panel with proper flash times between coats. Wayne works through every surface methodically — no rushing, no missed panels. The result is a uniform chemical bond across your entire vehicle.
04
Cure & Deliver
After application, the coating needs 24-48 hours to cure before contact with water. You pick up your vehicle with a handwritten thank-you note, complete care instructions, and a warranty card. Wait 7 days before your first wash — after that, enjoy the hydrophobic effect.
Why Prep Is Everything

We Don't Coat
Dirty Paint.

The most common ceramic coating failure mode is improper prep. When coating is applied over contaminated paint, the bond is compromised from day one — leading to early failure, uneven hydrophobic performance, and a finish that looks worse than a good wax inside of a year. Every vehicle we coat starts with a full decontamination process. That's not optional — it's the standard.

Decon + 1-Step Correction IncludedHand WashClay BarIron BathOne-Step Paint CorrectionNo Shortcuts
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Own the Standard.
Every Vehicle.

Chattanooga Auto Film Pros was built by Sarah on a single principle — if it's not right, we fix it. No excuses. Wayne applies that standard to every ceramic coating install: proper prep, proper application, proper cure. You pick up your vehicle with a handwritten thank-you note because the detail matters here — in the coating and in how we treat the people who trust us with their vehicles.

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Combine PPF + Ceramic Coating

The Ultimate
Protection Package.

PPF on high-impact areas stops every rock chip. Ceramic coating on top of PPF adds hydrophobic performance and deep gloss. One appointment, complete protection for your paint.

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Mercedes G-Wagon · Full PPF + Ceramic Coating
Pricing Overview

Premium Protection. Upfront Pricing.

5 Year Ceramic Coating

$999

5 Year warranty
On step paint Correction
After Care Starter Kit
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9 Year Ceramic Coating

$1599

9 year warranty
One Step Paint Correction
After Care Starter Kit
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Service Life Ceramic Coating

$1899

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Ceramic Coating
FAQ.

A professionally applied ceramic coating in Chattanooga lasts 5+ years under normal driving conditions. Longevity depends on proper prep before application and basic maintenance after — both of which we walk you through. Tennessee's UV intensity and heat actually make ceramic coating more valuable here than in milder climates, because the protection is working hard every day.

Every ceramic coating includes an exterior decontamination (hand wash, iron bath, and clay bar) and a one-step paint correction before we coat. If your paint has heavier scratching that needs more than one step to remove, we'll give you the option to add further correction. Interior detailing is not included and is available as an add-on. We don't coat dirty paint — that's how ceramic coatings fail.

Ceramic coating adds hardness and scratch resistance, but it is not an impact barrier for rock chips. For rock chip protection on Chattanooga's roads, Paint Protection Film (PPF) is the right answer. The two services work best together — PPF on high-impact areas like the front bumper and hood, ceramic coating on top for hydrophobic properties and gloss. Ask us about combo packages.

Ceramic coating pricing is based on your vehicle's size, condition, and the package selected. We provide a free, accurate quote after reviewing your vehicle — no guesswork, no surprise fees. Financing is available through Affirm and Klarna. Call (423) 693-3996 or submit a quote request to get started.

Yes — after a 7-day cure period, your vehicle can be washed normally. The ceramic coating actually makes washing easier — contaminants don't bond as aggressively, and water sheets off instead of sitting on the surface. We recommend hand washing or touchless washes rather than automated brush washes. We provide a complete care guide at pickup.

They do different things. PPF physically stops rock chips and road impacts — it's a barrier. Ceramic coating adds hydrophobic protection, UV defense, gloss, and scratch resistance, but won't stop a rock chip. If you drive on Chattanooga highways regularly, PPF on your front end is priority one. Ceramic coating on top of PPF is the ultimate combo. We'll recommend the right approach for your vehicle and budget during your free consultation.

Ceramic Coating — Chattanooga TN

Your Paint.
Protected
For Years.

Get a free quote — we'll assess your paint, recommend the right package, and give you honest pricing. Exterior decontamination and a one-step paint correction are included with every ceramic coating install. Financing available.

Decon + 1-Step Correction Included5+ Year ProtectionBBB Accredited5.0 Google Rating
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