Ceramic coating at your home or work · Sunshine Coast
Ceramic Coating Explained Honestly, Installed at Your Place
Watch this 5-minute video before you spend a cent. I answer the price, how long it really lasts, what it won't do, and whether it's even right for your car.
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- Fully mobile
- Isaac does every job himself
- Written warranty
Is ceramic coating right for you?
Great fit
- New or near-new car you're keeping 2+ years
- You're sick of washing the ute every week after the beach or dirt roads
- Faded or swirled paint you want restored and locked in
- You park outside in the Queensland sun
Not a fit (I'll tell you straight)
- You're selling within a few months. Get a pre-sale detail instead.
- Your clear coat is already peeling. A coating can't fix failed paint; it needs a respray.
- You want protection from rock chips. That's paint protection film, not ceramic.
What ceramic coating actually does
It does
- Bonds to your paint to create a hard, glossy, water-repelling layer
- Makes washing much faster. Dirt, bugs, bird droppings and red dust release easily
- Protects against UV fade, salt air and tree sap
- Keeps that just-polished gloss for years
It doesn't
- Make the car scratch-proof or chip-proof
- Mean you never wash it again
- Fix scratches on its own. The polish before it does that
| Wax | Sealant | Ceramic | PPF | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lasts | A few weeks | 3–6 months | Several years | Several years+ |
| Protects against | Light water spotting | UV, light grime | UV, sap, salt air, bird droppings, grime | Rock chips and scratches |
| Upkeep | Reapply often | Reapply a few times a year | Safe washing, occasional top-up | Safe washing |
| Rough cost | Low (DIY) | Low to moderate | Moderate, best value per year | High, usually thousands |
General ranges. Ceramic gives the best value per year; PPF is the answer if chips are your main worry.
Prices
Prices include GST.
Exterior
$1,540 incl. GST
- Decontamination wash
- Iron and tar removal, clay
- 1-step machine polish
- Panel wipe
- Ceramic coating on paint
- Wheel faces, glass and exterior trim
Ultimate
$1,980 incl. GST
- Everything in Exterior
- Leather and vinyl coating
- Fabric protection on seats and carpets
- 5-year coating
Add-on: 2-step paint correction for heavy swirls or oxidation, quoted from photos.
Fixed prices. The only thing that changes the price is your car's size and paint condition, and I'll tell you which applies from your photos before you book.
A deposit locks in your date, and the balance is paid when you're happy with the result.
The straight answers
The questions I get asked every week, answered honestly.
How much will it cost for my car?
The prices are above, fixed by your car's size and paint condition. Send me a few photos and I'll give you the exact number before you book. No surprises on the day.
Why does it cost more than the $300 'ceramic' at the car wash?
That's usually a spray sealant applied in 20 minutes. Mine is a full decontamination, a paint polish and a true coating, over a full day. Ask any installer what product they use, how long the prep takes and whether the warranty is in writing.
My neighbour paid less, why?
Price depends on size, paint condition and package. Same car, same condition, same price. No haggling games.
Is it actually worth it?
The Ultimate on a car is $1,650 over 5 years, about $330 a year. That's roughly the cost of one full detail, with the car looking better the whole time and washing far faster.
How long does it really last?
The Ultimate is a 5-year coating, and the Exterior package lasts years too when it's looked after. What shortens its life: automatic brush car washes, harsh chemicals and skipping maintenance washes. Look after it and it looks after the car.
What about the dealer's paint protection?
Ask the dealer what product it is, who applies it, whether the paint is polished first, and what the warranty requires. Many new cars arrive with wash swirls from transport and dealer prep. I fix those before coating.
Can't I just use a DIY ceramic kit?
Fine for a hobbyist. The result depends on the prep: polish, panel wipe, even application and curing. High spots and streaks are hard to fix. You're paying for prep and finish, not the bottle.
Do I need a cut and polish first?
A coating locks in whatever is underneath, swirls included. I check your photos and tell you if the 1-step polish (included) is enough, or if a 2-step correction is needed.
My clear coat is fading/peeling, can you fix it?
Fading and oxidation can often be polished back. Peeling clear coat can't, and I'll tell you that before taking your money.
You're mobile, can you do it outside?
I bring my own water and power. The car needs to be under cover overnight so the coating cures. No carport or garage? Tell me in the form, and we can usually sort a covered spot at your work.
How long will my car be off the road?
Usually one full day. Keep it dry and under cover for 24 hours while it cures.
How do I wash it after? Can I use the car wash or pressure washer?
pH-neutral shampoo and a two-bucket wash. A pressure washer is fine at a safe distance; avoid brush car washes. I tell you exactly which products to use, and I do a free check-up 2 weeks later to make sure it's performing.
What does the warranty cover?
It's written, not verbal. The full terms are on my warranty page.
Read the warranty terms →Do you do utes, 4WDs, canopies and trays?
Yes, they're most of my work. Canopies, flares and trim are included.
Who actually does the work?
Me. Every job. You deal with me from quote to handover.
What if something isn't right?
We do a walk-around at handover, plus the 2-week check-up. Anything that's not right, I fix.
I'm just researching / not ready yet.
No problem. Fill in the form and I'll send you a price you can sit on. No follow-up spam, and you can tell me to stop anytime.
How much will it cost for my car?
The prices are above, fixed by your car's size and paint condition. Send me a few photos and I'll give you the exact number before you book. No surprises on the day.
Why does it cost more than the $300 'ceramic' at the car wash?
That's usually a spray sealant applied in 20 minutes. Mine is a full decontamination, a paint polish and a true coating, over a full day. Ask any installer what product they use, how long the prep takes and whether the warranty is in writing.
My neighbour paid less, why?
Price depends on size, paint condition and package. Same car, same condition, same price. No haggling games.
Is it actually worth it?
The Ultimate on a car is $1,650 over 5 years, about $330 a year. That's roughly the cost of one full detail, with the car looking better the whole time and washing far faster.
How long does it really last?
The Ultimate is a 5-year coating, and the Exterior package lasts years too when it's looked after. What shortens its life: automatic brush car washes, harsh chemicals and skipping maintenance washes. Look after it and it looks after the car.
What about the dealer's paint protection?
Ask the dealer what product it is, who applies it, whether the paint is polished first, and what the warranty requires. Many new cars arrive with wash swirls from transport and dealer prep. I fix those before coating.
Can't I just use a DIY ceramic kit?
Fine for a hobbyist. The result depends on the prep: polish, panel wipe, even application and curing. High spots and streaks are hard to fix. You're paying for prep and finish, not the bottle.
Do I need a cut and polish first?
A coating locks in whatever is underneath, swirls included. I check your photos and tell you if the 1-step polish (included) is enough, or if a 2-step correction is needed.
My clear coat is fading/peeling, can you fix it?
Fading and oxidation can often be polished back. Peeling clear coat can't, and I'll tell you that before taking your money.
You're mobile, can you do it outside?
I bring my own water and power. The car needs to be under cover overnight so the coating cures. No carport or garage? Tell me in the form, and we can usually sort a covered spot at your work.
How long will my car be off the road?
Usually one full day. Keep it dry and under cover for 24 hours while it cures.
How do I wash it after? Can I use the car wash or pressure washer?
pH-neutral shampoo and a two-bucket wash. A pressure washer is fine at a safe distance; avoid brush car washes. I tell you exactly which products to use, and I do a free check-up 2 weeks later to make sure it's performing.
What does the warranty cover?
It's written, not verbal. The full terms are on my warranty page.
Read the warranty terms →Do you do utes, 4WDs, canopies and trays?
Yes, they're most of my work. Canopies, flares and trim are included.
Who actually does the work?
Me. Every job. You deal with me from quote to handover.
What if something isn't right?
We do a walk-around at handover, plus the 2-week check-up. Anything that's not right, I fix.
I'm just researching / not ready yet.
No problem. Fill in the form and I'll send you a price you can sit on. No follow-up spam, and you can tell me to stop anytime.
Why Sunshine Coast owners choose me
BeforeAfter
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BeforeAfterIsaac's Pro Detailing vs typical alternatives
| Me | Dealer protection pack | Car-wash 'ceramic' | DIY kit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paint polished before coating | Yes | Varies | No | Varies |
| Applied by the person you spoke to | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Comes to your home or work | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Written warranty | Yes | Varies | Varies | No |
| Exact price before booking | Yes | Varies | Yes | Yes |
| Aftercare guide | Yes | Varies | No | Varies |
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- Owner-operated
- Fully mobile
- Written warranty
- 2-week check-up
How it works
- 1
Fill in the 2-minute form with photos
- 2
I call you with an exact price and two available dates
- 3
I come to you: decon, polish, coat
- 4
Handover walk-around, aftercare guide and written warranty
Meet Isaac
I'm a local, and I live and work on the Sunshine Coast.
I do every job myself, so the person you talk to is the person who coats your car.
I'm fussy about prep because a coating locks in whatever's underneath, good or bad.
If your car doesn't need a coating, I'll tell you straight.
— Isaac
Get your exact price
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