Where luxury meets durability
Protection that never changes the look
Many coatings claim to protect your car’s interior or high-end goods, but they come with a catch — they alter the appearance, texture or color of your surfaces.
Ceramic Pro LUX is designed to preserve the beauty of your interior and luxury items without altering appearances — backed by a 5-year warranty.
Protection for every surface
A cutting-edge coating for your whole interior
Superior protection across a wide range of surfaces in your vehicle.
Leather
Shields your leather from stains, dye transfer and wear — without altering its natural look and feel.
Plastic
Forms a durable, invisible barrier that resists fading, cracking and discoloration.
Vinyl
Advanced protection against scuffs, stains and UV rays on vinyl surfaces.
Carbon Fiber
Superior defense against abrasion and environmental contaminants.
Ceramic Pro LUX
The key benefits
An invisible shield that protects automotive interiors and luxury goods without altering the appearance of the surface.
No alteration to appearance
LUX doesn’t change the look or feel of your valuables — a nearly invisible layer on leather, suede or textiles.
Stain & dye-transfer resistance
Advanced stain-blocking technology resists spills, oils and everyday wear — and prevents dye transfer from clothing.
Hydrophobic properties
Water, coffee or any spill beads up and rolls off — cleanup is effortless and damage never sets in.
Long-lasting protection
Durable protection that doesn’t need frequent reapplication — safeguarding your surfaces for years.
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Main features
- Repels liquids
- Stain resistant
- No change to appearance
- 5-Year Warranty
- Ultimate durability and flexibility
The LUX series protects the most challenging surfaces that endure heavy use — your vehicle’s interior, luxury items and frequently handled accessories.
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Common Questions
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What is ceramic coating?
Ceramic Pro 9H is our flagship heavy-duty, permanent protective coating. It has a glossy, hydrophobic finish that lets water and other liquids bead off the surface easily, protecting your paint from staining, UV damage, bugs, dirt, and debris. The protective finish not only guards the paint but makes washing incredibly easy — dirt and grime slide right off, and aggressive scrubbing isn’t required.
▶How long does ceramic coating last?
A ceramic coating can last anywhere from 6 months to a lifetime. The longevity of a ceramic coating largely depends on the quality of the product used, the application process, and the care taken to maintain it. A high-quality, layerable coating will last a few years with proper maintenance. Check our Ceramic Pro Packages to discover what is the best option for your car.
▶How long does it take to install ceramic coating on my car?
All our Ceramic Pro Coating Packages includes a whole preparation process before the coating installation: Premium exterior wash, Chemical decontamination, 1-Step Finest polish Timing to properly perform the coating installation may vary depending on the vehicle size and Ceramic Coating package selected. Estimated installation time: - Bronze Package (2-Year Warranty) - 1 / 2 day - Silver Package (5-year Warranty) - 2/ 3 days - Gold Package (Lifetime Warranty) - 3 / 4 days - Ion Pack (7-year Warranty) - 1/2days - Ultimate Ion (Lifetime Warranty) - 2/3 days THIS LEVEL OF SLICKNESS, PROTECTION AND DURABILITY IS ONLY FOUND IN CERAMIC PRO COATINGS
How do the warranties work?
Enjoy the benefit of a CARFAX Documented warranty for each package sold, and you’ll quickly discover that choosing Ceramic Pro coatings and PPF is a true investment that can improve your vehicle’s resale value. CERAMIC PRO is the only nationwide paint protection Brand to earn the title CARFAX Certified. This means every service we perform is listed on your CARFAX report, which increases resale value and helps with insurance claims.
What can a ceramic coating protect against?
Ceramic coatings protect against environmental contaminants. It provides resistance to UV rays, preventing oxidation and fading over time. Ceramic coatings protect against staining, road salts, bird droppings, and tree sap. When installed, the coating creates a chemical-resistant surface, making it easier to clean. Ceramic coatings provide a high level of hydrophobic protection, allowing for water to bead up and roll off the surface, reducing the likelihood of water spots and mineral deposits forming on the paint – this is important in areas with hard water.
Does the quality of a ceramic coating really matter?
A high-quality coating matters significantly for a vehicle’s maintenance and overall appearance. Higher-quality coatings provide superior durability and forms a stronger, and more resilient bond with your vehicle’s paint. This creates a robust layer that can withstand environmental contaminants and UV rays far more effectively and for a longer period of time. Higher-quality coatings are also far more resistant to chemicals than cheaper and lower-quality coatings. This means that higher quality coatings ensure that your paint is truly protected from contaminants, long-term.
What is the difference between DIY and professional ceramic coatings?
Professional-grade ceramic coatings, which are applied by experienced detailers, tend to last longer than consumer-grade products. Professional-grade products typically offer superior protection against environmental contaminants, and UV rays due to the higher concentration of certain ingredients in professional coatings. Professional coatings are engineered to be layerable, allowing for longer-lasting protection. On the other hand, DIY coatings offer less durability, often needing reapplication after a few months.
How do I maintain a ceramic coating?
Maintenance is important in determining how long a ceramic coating will last. Regular maintenance using pH-neutral soaps, avoiding abrasive cleaning methods, and periodic maintenance with products designed to work with ceramic coatings can extend the life of the coating. With professional coatings, annual inspections are necessary to extending the longevity of your coating.
What products can I use to maintain my ceramic coating?
Using an aftercare soap, like Americana Global Ceramic Aftercare Soap, that has been formulated to work with professional-grade nano ceramic coatings. This soap in particular, is a pH-neutral formulation with aggressive surfactants that remove contaminants that settle on ceramic coatings, leaving behind a crisp and clean surface. This Ceramic Aftercare Soap allows the ceramic coating to maintain and showcase its hydrophobic and protective qualities.
What are the things I need to avoid when the ceramic coating is done?
After getting a Ceramic Pro installation, you should avoid: Automatic car washes: The brushes can scratch the coating; always hand wash your car instead. Harsh chemicals: Do not use abrasive cleaning products, waxes, or polishes that could damage the coating. Letting water dry on the surface: This includes tap water, which can leave mineral spots; always dry your car thoroughly after washing. Parking under trees: Bird droppings, sap, and pollen can damage the coating if left on for too long. Abrasive cleaning methods: Avoid using rough sponges, dirty microfiber cloths, or aggressive drying techniques. DIY detailing practices: Unless you are very experienced, avoid attempting to polish or wax your ceramic coated car yourself. Not using dedicated car wash products: Use a pH-balanced car wash soap specifically designed for ceramic coatings.
Can I DIY a ceramic coating on my car?
You can — but doing it right takes four crucial steps: decontaminate the paint, correct it, apply the coating, then level it after it flashes. You'll need an applicator sponge, at least two microfiber towels, and a clean, controlled environment. The key is an even coat with no streaks or high spots, worked in small sections. The biggest factor is prep: if you don't properly decontaminate and paint-correct first, the coating won't look right or perform as intended — which is exactly why most owners choose a professional install.
▶Ceramic coating vs wax — what's the difference?
Wax was the gold standard for over 50 years — it's inexpensive and adds a nice depth of shine, but you have to reapply it every one to two months. Ceramic coating creates a much tougher defense against what actually matters: UV damage, bug splatter, tree sap, oxidation, bird droppings, heat and harsh car-wash detergents. It delivers a high-gloss shine that doesn't fade, makes water bead off for low-maintenance cleaning, and lasts up to seven years — or a lifetime with proper maintenance. It comes down to your priorities and budget.
▶What is the best ceramic coating?
Ceramic Pro ION, hands down. Nano-ceramic coatings have become the standard for protecting paint, and Ceramic Pro ION takes it further with ion-exchange technology. It's the first multi-layer ceramic coating built as a two-component system: the base coat bonds permanently to your paint, while the top coat exchanges ions with the base to create a coating that's harder, thicker and more durable than traditional layered coatings. For durability, stain resistance and a hydrophobic effect that lasts, ION stands above the rest.
▶How do you remove a paint scratch?
It starts with assessing the scratch. We wash with soap, water and a soft microfiber towel to lift loose contaminants, then use a clay bar with a specialized lubricant to pull out contaminants embedded in the clear coat. Next comes machine polishing — a dual-action polisher with a foam pad and the right cut compound, worked slowly in a crosshatch pattern, then wiped down with a paint-safe microfiber towel. Done correctly, swirls and light scratches come right out, restoring the finish across the whole vehicle.
▶What is PPF?
Paint protection film, also known as clear bra, clear wrap, or paint shield, is a transparent yet resilient film applied seamlessly to your vehicle’s exterior. PPF effectively shields your car’s paint from a variety of hazards, including bird droppings, UV-ray exposure, bug splatters, as well as chips and scratches caused by road debris and rocks. The top layer of this urethane film features “self-healing” properties through elastomeric polymers, reverting to its pristine, pre-incident condition, even when scratched.
PPF vs Ceramic Coating
They protect in different ways — and many clients get both. PPF is a transparent film applied over your paint that acts as a physical barrier against scratches, road debris and rock chips, with self-healing properties — minor scratches disappear with heat. Ceramic coating is a liquid-glass barrier that adds hydrophobic, self-cleaning properties plus a deep glossy finish, but it doesn’t stop rock chips the way film does. PPF gives physical impact protection; ceramic gives gloss and easy cleaning. The strongest protection combines both.
▶What are the benefits of paint protection film?
Paint protection film protects your vehicle from scratches, rock chips, staining, corrosion, fading, chemicals, insects, and road debris. It helps keep your paint looking like new, saving you money and improving your resale value. A good quality PPF has self-healing properties that allow small scratches to disappear with the application of heat.
▶How much does PPF cost?
It varies with the size of your vehicle, the quality of the film, and how many panels you cover — each panel is individually cut and stretched to its contour. A high-quality full-body installation starts at $4,990 on a compact vehicle and runs to about $6,490 on larger vehicles needing full coverage. A partial kit is far more accessible — a full front starts at $1,799 and a partial front at $899. Start with the high-impact areas that need the most protection and build from there.
▶Is PPF worth it?
It comes down to peace of mind and how long you plan to keep the car. PPF protects against rock chips, scratches, oxidation and UV rays — the kind of damage that can significantly drop your trade-in value. It isn’t bulletproof, but it prevents most paint damage. One thing to avoid is cheap film with no warranty: it yellows over time, lets rocks through, and ends up costing thousands to replace early. Quality film protects both your paint and your resale value.
▶Why is PPF so expensive?
To better understand the price tag of PPF, we need to talk about what goes into the installation process. PPF installation requires thorough prep work in order to ensure that all dust and debris has been removed. This allows the film to properly adhere to the applied surface. Each piece of PPF is custom cut to fit each panel of your vehicle and provide maximum coverage. The quality of the film and the quality of the installation are what gives paint protection film a high price tag.
▶How important is a good paint protection film installation?
The more skilled the installation is, the longer your film will last. A highly skilled technician will likely wrap the edges of the film around each panel of your vehicle, providing a seamless appearance and longer lasting protection. When the edges are tucked, it reduces the likelihood that the film will lift.
What does the Ultimate Armor package include?
The Ultimate Armor package is our best-selling combination of Ceramic Pro PPF and coatings. Paint protection film goes on the front nose and high wear-and-tear areas, Ceramic Pro coatings are installed over the entire exterior and on top of the film, and Ceramic Pro Glass plus Wheel & Caliper coatings finish every surface — layered protection with a lifetime warranty.
▶How long does PPF last?
Paint protection film typically lasts five to ten years or more. Three things decide it: the quality of the film, the quality of the installation, and how you maintain the car afterward. It's not install-and-forget — regular washes with PPF-friendly products keep it looking new, and an annual professional inspection makes sure every panel stays fully covered and protected. Always go to an experienced installer whose film comes with a warranty. PPF isn't forever, but with the right maintenance it's the best way to keep your vehicle looking like new.
▶Can you ceramic coat over PPF?
Yes — and we highly recommend it. If you know you won't be washing the car every month, adding a ceramic coating on top of your paint protection film buys you time and protection. PPF alone is excellent against physical damage like rock chips; a ceramic coating adds a glossy, hard barrier that also handles chemical damage — especially acidic contaminants like bird droppings that can etch the paint if left too long. Together, film plus coating gives you the most complete, lowest-maintenance protection.
▶How long does Ceramic Pro Urban last?
It's warrantied for 10 years against yellowing, cracking, and peeling.
How is it different from premium Ceramic Pro PPF?
Urban is the smart-value tier with a 10-year warranty. Premium Ceramic Pro PPF adds a thicker, ceramic-coated film and a Lifetime Warranty. Both use a Clear MAX self-healing top coat and both are installed by our certified team.
Which package should a daily driver get?
Most start with Partial or Full Front — that's where nearly all the rock chips land.
Can I wash it normally?
Yes, and the slick, hydrophobic surface makes washing easier.
Is it worth it?
One rock-chip repaint can cost more than the package. It protects your paint and your resale value.
Vinyl wrap or PPF color change — which should I choose?
Colored PPF (Ceramic Pro SHIFT) gives you color AND rock-chip protection in one film — it costs more than vinyl but does two jobs. Vinyl wrap offers far more colors and finishes at a lower price. We install both and quote both so you can compare side by side. See our PPF color change page for SHIFT details.
How much does it cost to wrap a car in Miami?
Full color change wraps at Elite start at $3,000 for a compact, $3,500 for a standard sedan, $3,800 for an SUV and $3,950 for a large SUV. The final price depends on the film you choose — 3M, Avery Dennison, Inozetek or Hexis — and the finish. Book a free inspection and we quote your exact car with the exact film in hand.
Is a wrap better than repainting my car?
For most drivers, yes. A wrap is reversible — your factory paint stays untouched underneath, which matters for resale value and factory finish. It installs in days, not weeks, and when you want the next look you remove or swap it. A respray is permanent, and on a healthy factory finish it usually lowers the car’s value rather than raising it.
How long does a car wrap last in Florida?
Quality film professionally installed lasts 5–7 years in Florida with reasonable care. Garage parking and hand washing extend it; harsh sun exposure and automatic car washes shorten it. Adding a ceramic coating on top of the wrap makes washing easier and helps the finish last.
Does a wrap damage my paint?
No — it protects it. The vinyl shields the factory paint from UV and light abrasion the entire time it is on the car. On healthy factory paint, removal is clean. That is why wrapped cars often resell better: the original paint has been covered the whole time.
Which car wrap brands do you install?
We install 3M, Avery Dennison, Inozetek and Hexis vinyl, and we are certified with Evolve Films. Every brand has its own color and finish catalog — gloss, satin, matte, color-flip, textured — and we help you compare them on a physical sample before committing your car.
What is a chrome delete?
A chrome delete wraps the factory chrome trim — window surrounds, grille accents, badges — in gloss or satin black for a cleaner, more modern look. It is one of the most popular partial wrap services we do, and it is fully reversible.
Can I wrap just the roof, mirrors or accents?
Yes. Roof wraps, hoods, mirrors, spoilers and accent packages are all available on their own. Partial wraps are a popular way to change the car's attitude without a full color change budget.
Do you offer financing on car wraps?
Yes — 0% financing for 12 months with Synchrony, on every service. Approval takes minutes and you can check if you pre-qualify without impacting your credit score. See our financing page for details.
What is window tint VLT (visible light transmission)?
Window tint darkness is measured as VLT — visible light transmission, the percentage of light let through your windows. The lower the number, the darker the tint: 5% is very dark, 50% lets about half the light through, and films range from about 5% up to 80%. One thing most people don't know: clear automotive glass already measures around 70–75% VLT on its own, so the legal reading is the combination of your glass plus the film. Every state has different legal limits, so check your local laws before choosing a shade.
▶Is ceramic tint better than regular tint?
Window tint is about more than looks — it's comfort, protection and efficiency. Ceramic tint is a top-tier film: it blocks up to 99% of UV rays, rejects solar heat without darkening your visibility, won't fade or change color over time, and causes zero signal interference. Regular dyed or metallic films are more budget-friendly and still block some heat and UV, but they can fade, discolor, and interfere with cell or GPS signal. Ceramic costs more upfront but delivers the best performance and saves you money long term.
▶How long does ceramic window tint last?
A quality ceramic film lasts a very long time — often backed by a lifetime warranty. The difference is the warranty and the film quality: cheap big-box or DIY films typically last only one to two years and rarely carry a warranty. To maximize its life, have it professionally installed and clean it regularly with ammonia-free products. Ceramic tint is still a thin film that can be damaged — if it is, it still works but may need replacing for looks. For its heat rejection and clarity, it's well worth it.
▶What should I do after getting my windows tinted?
A few simple steps: don't roll your windows down for three to five days (48 hours is usually enough on hot days) so the film doesn't shift or peel. It's normal to see water pockets, small bubbles, haziness or an orange-peel texture at first — that's the adhesive curing and bonding to the glass, and it clears up on its own. When you clean, use a soft microfiber towel and an ammonia-free cleaner; ammonia and harsh chemicals damage the film. Keep it simple and gentle.
▶What is windshield protection film?
A multi-layer, optically clear film bonded to the outside of your windshield that shields it from rock chips, road debris and pitting — invisible armor for your glass. On modern cars, where cameras, sensors and heating elements are built into the windshield, it can save you from a very expensive replacement.
Is the film installed on the inside or outside of the windshield?
On the exterior surface, so it absorbs impacts from rocks and road debris before they ever reach the glass — real protection without affecting visibility or driving safety.
How does the film protect my windshield?
It absorbs the impact of stones, gravel and debris that would otherwise crack or chip your glass, helping you avoid a costly repair or a full windshield replacement. On South Florida highways like I-95 and the Turnpike, that adds up fast.
Will it affect my visibility while driving?
No. The film is optically clear and engineered to stay perfectly transparent — no distortion, glare or visual obstruction, day or night.
Does the film block UV rays?
Yes. It helps block harmful UV rays, protecting your interior from sun damage and fading and making for a more comfortable drive.
Will it help in an accident?
It doesn't make your windshield unbreakable, but it reinforces the glass and helps it stay intact longer during an impact, which can reduce the risk of shattering.
How long does windshield protection film last?
With professional installation and proper care it offers long-lasting protection. Exact lifespan varies with driving conditions and exposure, but high-quality film is built for durable, everyday performance.
Will my wipers scratch the film?
No — it's engineered to withstand normal, everyday wiper use. Like any exterior surface it can show wear over time, especially with old, damaged or dirty blades, so keeping your wipers in good shape and your windshield clean helps it last and stay clear.
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