Olympia, WA
Ceramic Coating
Ceramic coating, also called nano-coating, is a liquid polymer which bonds to the surface of your car, creating a long-term protective layer on top of your paint. It is hard, thick, and transparent, similar to the appearance of glass, that semi-permanently attaches to your car’s paint.
Introduction
Protecting Your Cars Paint
Gtechniq has a full range of Ceramic coatings that will meet your needs and help protect against sun damage and oxidation. Unlike traditional waxes and sealants, our coatings last for years of protection. Often measured in years, we have coatings that last from one year to 9 years. An often-overlooked benefit of ceramic coating your car is the way it repels dirt and other substances. A ceramic coating makes your car’s surface very smooth, filling in the imperfections of the clear coat beneath it, making it difficult for dirt to stick to the surface. This means you won’t have to wash your car as frequently. Also making your car easier to clean while maintaining a deep, glossy appearance.
- Protects against sun damage and oxidation
- Prevents blemishes on the paint surface
- Longer Lasting Aesthetic
- Keeps your car cleaner for longer
- Ease of Maintenance
- Deep Glossy Appearance
Process
our ceramic coating process
Our extensive process and preparation is what sets us apart when it comes to Ceramic Coating. Protecting your investment is our #1 focus, achieving extreme gloss levels and super hydrophobic properties is just a bonus!
- 1 Prep
- 2 Correct
- 3 Enhance
Uncoated
Dirt and pollutants stick in paint pores
ceramic coated
dirt and pollutants repel off coating
Technology
How It Works
Car ceramic coating chemically bonds with the paint, creating a long-lasting protective layer. A ceramic coating protects the clear coat layer beneath it. The clear coat layer protects the color layer of your car, but your clear coat can become damaged and scratched pretty easily. Even light abrasion with the clear coat can cause visible damage, therefore having a protective layer on top of it is very important. Ceramic coatings protect against UV rays from the sun. Without protection, UV rays can eat away at your car’s paint, causing oxidation and fade.
Gtechniq 9 Year Coating
Crystal Serum Ultra is the best paint protection you can get, it keeps your car looking glossy and new, prolonging the life of your paintworks perfect finish.
Key to Crystal Serum Ultras performance gain is the introduction of a revolutionary new 7nm nanoparticle alongside an existing 20nm nanoparticle and increasing the ratio of crosslinkers which reinforce and thicken the top layer of the coating. The hard 10h top and softer 7h base layer offer improved swirl resistance over regular 9h paint protection coatings. Compared to standard ceramic paint coatings, Crystal Serum Ultra can withstand even the strongest wash chemicals and bird droppings.
An additional benefit from having a flexible base layer and the hard top layer is that Crystal Serum Ultra is very resistant to extreme heat changes, even from -40 degrees Celsius to +250 degrees Celsius. Crystal Serum Ultra can be applied either as a stand-alone paint protection product or for the best hydrophobic performance, it can be over coated with Gtechniq ExoV5 or C2.
Pricing
Select package
Browse through our curated packages and see which ones may suit you best. Once you find one you’d like to enquire about, click the button and we can schedule a call. Or call us today!
2 Year Coating
1 Layer
Duration: 1 Day
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Our 2 year coating delivers amazing gloss and incredible water beading. It’s a stand-alone, 2 year coating, and also works well as a topper for any of our 5 year or 9 year coating packages.
Gentle swirl free wash
Clay bar decontamination, Iron & Industrial fallout removal
Wheels & Tires thoroughly cleaned
Preparation Polish
1 Layer of ExoV5 Ceramic Coating
*(Paint Enhancement & Paint Correction are priced separately and upon inspection only)
Starts at $600
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5 Year Coating
1 Layer
Duration: 1+ Days
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Gtechniq Crystal Serum Lite and it’s 5 year durability offers amazing protection and leaves a great layer of gloss and slickness.
Gentle swirl free wash
Clay bar decontamination
Iron & Industrial fallout removal
Wheels & Tires thoroughly cleaned
Preparation polish
Apply Crystal Serum Lite coating
*(Paint Enhancement & Paint Correction are priced separately and upon inspection only)
Starts at $1200
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9 Year Coating
1 Layer
Duration: 1-2+ Days
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Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra is the pinnacle of Nano Ceramic Protective Coating, boasting a 10H scratch-resistant formula and utilizing advanced nano-coating technology for automobiles. It’s advanced properties and ease of use make it the best choice for durability, slickness, and overall protection. There is no better choice for your vehicle.
Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra Coating forms a permanent bond to your vehicle’s paint, and is fully protected from highly damaging contaminants, and will not be removed by harsh chemicals once fully cured. Our Ultra Hydrophobic coating provides superior water repellency, easily exceeding any poly sealants exponentially.
Here’s its benefits:
- Ultra Hydrophobic Coating
- Excellent Weather & UV Resistance
- Corrosion & Oxidation Resistant
- High-Quality Gloss Finish
- Self Cleaning Nano Ceramic Formula
- Micro-Marring & Etching Protection
Gentle swirl free wash
Clay bar decontamination
Iron & Industrial fallout removal
Wheels & Tires thoroughly cleaned
Preparation polish
Apply Crystal Serum Ultra coating
*(Paint Enhancement & Paint Correction are priced separately and upon inspection only)
Starts at $1800
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Exultra combo coating
2 Layer Coating
Duration: 2-3+ Days
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This popular combo has long been recognized for its amazing hydrophobic and gloss capabilities. This will be a 2 part coating combo. First up, Crystal Serum Ultra 9 year coating is a single layer application. This layer leaves a great layer of gloss and slickness. Crystal Serum Ultra is a great coating for daily drivers or those looking for long term protection. Next, we apply a top coat of ExoV5 2 year coating which will increase the durability, slickness, and gloss to extreme levels and greater protection.
Gentle swirl free wash
Clay bar decontamination
Iron & Industrial fallout removal
Wheels & Tires thoroughly cleaned
Preparation polish
Apply Crystal Serum Lite or Crystal Serum Ultra coating
Topped with ExoV5
*(Paint Enhancement & Paint Correction are priced separately and upon inspection only)
Clay bar decontamination
Iron & Industrial fallout removal
Wheels & Tires thoroughly cleaned
Preparation polish
Apply Crystal Serum Lite or Crystal Serum Ultra coating
Topped with ExoV5
*(Paint Enhancement & Paint Correction are priced separately and upon inspection only)
Starts at $2100
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ADDITIONAL ADD ONS
Wheels off
Duration: 3-4 hours
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With this package, you will get the optimal coverage and thorough detail of your wheels, wheel wells, and brake calipers, making them look pristine.
Remove all wheels
Thoroughly clean each wheel, wheel wells and brake calipers of dirt and grime
Prep clean all wheels and calipers for coating process
Apply C5 Armour 2 Year Ceramic Coating
Thoroughly clean each wheel, wheel wells and brake calipers of dirt and grime
Prep clean all wheels and calipers for coating process
Apply C5 Armour 2 Year Ceramic Coating
$500
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Wheels On
Duration: 2 Hours
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2 years of protection. C5 Wheel Armour is one of those products you truly have to see to believe. Once applied you’ll never want to drive a car without it on your wheels. C5 is designed to protect your wheel and calipers from harsh brake dust and everyday wear and tear to your wheels. Once applied C5 will keep your wheels cleaner longer, and clean up is a breeze.
Thoroughly clean each wheel, wheel wells and brake calipers of dirt and grime
Prep clean all wheels and calipers for coating process
Apply C5 Wheel Armour 2 Year Ceramic Coating to Faces only
*(Does not include calipers or barrel)
$200
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2 months ago
I can't begin to tell you how impressed we are with the work that John and his employees did. We bought our car in January and immediately had it ceramic coated. It was done by a different shop.The first time it rained, and we were on the freeway, I was not impressed. Then we were looking at the wheels, and nothing seemed like it really had been done. That's when we found Olympia Auto Recon. John took us through the process that he would do and
went through the packages with us to explain the different costs and services. We chose the GTECHNIQ 9 year coating. The first time I washed it after the two week cure, I notice an immediate difference. The way the water repels off of the paint is incredible. Couple weeks ago we took it on a road trip. It rained both ways, and when we came home, the car still looked clean. I can't say enough about the service and how pleased we are, how the car came out. It glows in the dark! It's worth every penny. Thank you again John!
a year ago
As a business owner myself, I am very cautious about whom I leave reviews for… as I would expect my customers to be.
Oly Recon is hands down the best ‘detail’ shop I’ve ever used… although it’s much more than a detail. Completely reconditioned my old Land Rover… took a 20 year old paint job and made it darn near new. The ceramic coating is absolutely phenomenal. Today I took my wife’s Cadillac in for its quarterly detail and ceramic touch up. Looks better than the day we bought it. I won’t say it’s cheap!… but its absolutely fair!… And if you care about your rig, this is the spot. He’s taken care of all our rigs for 3+ years now. Worth every penny!
7 months ago
I recently visited this auto detail shop to get a ceramic coat applied to my brand new Crosstrek. John, the owner, is an awesome person who took the time to educate me on maintaining the coating. His diverse pricing options cater to various budgets. The results were outstanding; despite daily rain, the coating is holding up beautifully. This shop is now my go-to for all car needs. Thank you, John, for the exceptional service!
a year ago
We are very happy with the work John did. Didn't know what to expect with the ceramic coating on our Mustang but we just picked it up this evening and were blown away with the quality of his work and attention to detail. Would definitely recommend him to anybody that wants a first class professional to work on their baby. Awesome job.
a year ago
I recently took my black, GMC AT-4 HD truck to John to have ceramic coating. The truck looks amazing, actually better than when it was brand new. The truck looks like a black mirror. I could not be happier with the job John did and the service and care he puts into every job he does.
Our Portfolio
Over 30 Years of Experience
Sometimes the best way to understand what’s possible is to see the results. We’ve had decades of experience and hundreds of happy clients that have been blown away by the results when they come to pick their car up. We’ve worked with a wide range of cars over the years, so take a look on the main portfolio page and view by car make.
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Address: 640 O’Leary St NW, Olympia, WA 98502, US
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Have more questions?
Get the answers to your most common queries regarding our Ceramic Coating process and services to get a smooth start in your detailing journey.
Does ceramic coating need maintenance?
While ceramic coating is designed to be long-lasting, it does require some maintenance to ensure that it continues to perform at its best. This may include regular washing, decontamination, and the application of a maintenance product to boost the coatings hydrophobic properties.
How much does ceramic coating cost?
The cost of ceramic coating varies depending on several factors, such as the size of the vehicle, the level of correction required, and the quality of the product used. In general, the cost can range from a few hundred dollars to over a thousand dollars.
Can I apply ceramic coating myself?
While it is possible to apply ceramic coating yourself, it is recommended to have it done by a professional detailer. Ceramic coating requires a high level of skill and experience to apply correctly, and if applied incorrectly, it can damage the paint finish. Additionally, professional detailers have access to specialized tools and equipment that ensure the best results.
How is ceramic coating applied?
Ceramic coating is typically applied using a microfiber applicator pad or spray gun. The vehicle’s paint finish must be thoroughly cleaned and decontaminated before the ceramic coating is applied. The coating is then allowed to cure for a certain period of time before it is ready to use.
Can ceramic coating be applied to any vehicle?
Ceramic coating can be applied to most types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles. However, it is important to ensure that the vehicle’s paint finish is properly prepared before applying the coating.
How long does ceramic coating last?
The longevity of ceramic coating depends on several factors, such as the quality of the product, the level of maintenance, and the driving conditions the vehicle is exposed to. In general, a well-applied ceramic coating can last anywhere from 2-9 years.
What are the benefits of ceramic coating?
Ceramic coating offers several benefits, including protection against UV rays, acid rain, and environmental contaminants. It also makes the paint finish more resistant to scratches and swirl marks and provides a hydrophobic effect that repels water and makes cleaning the vehicle easier.
What is ceramic coating?
Ceramic coating is a liquid polymer that is applied to the exterior surfaces of a vehicle to create a protective layer that repels water, dirt, and other contaminants. Ceramic coating provides long-lasting protection and enhances the appearance of the vehicle’s paint finish.