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Ceramic Coating & Paint Correction

CERAMIC COATING & PAINT CORRECTION

Professional-grade paint protection that lasts 3-5 years. Serving Bowmanville and all of Durham Region from $300.

4.6 rating · 89+ reviews

3-5 Years

Protection Duration

vs weeks for wax

Hardness Rating

semi-permanent bond

$300

Starting Price

paint correction only

What Is Ceramic Coating?

Ceramic coating is a liquid polymer that chemically bonds with your vehicle's clear coat to create a durable protective layer that cannot be washed away. Unlike wax, which sits on top of the paint and degrades within weeks, ceramic coating penetrates the clear coat and becomes part of it.

The result is a hydrophobic, UV-resistant, chemically resistant shell that repels water, road salt, bird droppings, tree sap, and brake dust — the exact conditions Durham Region vehicles face year-round. Water beads and sheets off the surface, taking dirt with it.

A professionally applied ceramic coating from Ultimate Detail lasts 3-5 years with proper maintenance, making it one of the best long-term investments for any vehicle.

Why Ontario Vehicles Need It

Road Salt Resistance: Durham Region roads are saturated with road salt from October through April. Ceramic coating's chemical resistance prevents salt from etching into your clear coat.

UV Protection: Ontario summers are hard on unprotected paint. UV radiation breaks down clear coat and causes oxidation. Ceramic blocks UV rays and keeps paint from fading.

Bird Droppings & Tree Sap: These are highly acidic and can permanently etch clear coat within hours in summer heat. A ceramic coated surface gives you a window to remove them safely.

Easier Washing Year-Round: The hydrophobic surface means winter road grime, mud, and salt rinse off faster and without abrasion that causes swirl marks over time.

The Process

How We Apply Ceramic Coating

A ceramic coating is only as good as the prep work underneath it. Here is every step we take from arrival to delivery.

Thorough Wash & Decontamination

Every coating job starts with a full exterior wash to remove surface dirt, then a chemical decontamination to dissolve iron deposits and bonded contaminants that a normal wash leaves behind. Skip this and the coating bonds to contamination instead of bare paint.

Clay Bar Treatment

A clay bar is worked across all painted surfaces to physically lift embedded contaminants — rail dust, industrial fallout, old wax residue, and road grime — leaving the paint completely smooth and ready to bond properly with the coating.

Paint Correction (If Needed)

Swirl marks, light scratches, water spot etching, and oxidation are addressed with machine polishing before the coating goes on. Ceramic locks in whatever condition the paint is in, so we correct it first. Single or dual stage depending on severity.

Panel Wipe & IPA Prep

The entire vehicle is wiped down with isopropyl alcohol to remove all polishing oils and residues. The paint must be completely clean and free of any oils for the coating to bond at the molecular level. This is a critical step that cannot be skipped.

Ceramic Coating Application

The ceramic coating is applied panel by panel using an applicator block. It is levelled quickly to ensure even coverage before it begins to cure. Applied in controlled lighting to catch any high spots or missed areas.

24-Hour Cure & Final Inspection

The coating needs 24 hours to cure and cannot get wet. After curing, we perform a final inspection and light flash to confirm full cure before the vehicle is returned. Full hardness is reached over the following 2-4 weeks.

Paint Correction

Paint Correction Explained

Paint correction uses machine polishing to physically remove a thin layer of clear coat where the defects live, eliminating swirl marks, scratches, and oxidation instead of just filling them.

Single Stage Correction

4+ Hours · Removes 60-70% of Defects

One polishing compound removes and refines in a single pass. Effective for moderate swirl marks, light scratches, and water spot etching. The right choice for daily drivers that need to look great without the investment of a full correction.

Removes 60-70% of paint defects
Corrects light to moderate swirling
Water spot and light scratch removal
Dramatically improves gloss and depth
Faster turnaround than dual stage

Starting prices

$300 (Small Car) — $450 (XL)

Dual Stage Correction

6+ Hours · Removes 85-95% of Defects

Two polishing stages — an aggressive cut followed by a fine finishing pass — eliminate the vast majority of paint defects. The result is paint that looks better than when the vehicle was new. Recommended for vehicles being preserved for the long term or coated with ceramic.

Removes 85-95% of paint defects
Corrects deep scratches and heavy swirling
Oxidation and hazing removal
Near-showroom or better finish quality
Recommended before ceramic coating

Starting prices

$500 (Small Car) — $700 (XL)

Paint Correction Pricing

Paint Correction

4-6.5 Hours

Small Car / Hatchback$300

SUV / Minivan$350

Truck$400

XL / Commercial$450

Advanced Paint Correction

5-7.5 Hours

Small Car / Hatchback$500

SUV / Minivan$550

Truck$625

XL / Commercial$700

Full Pricing

Ceramic Coating Packages

All packages include complete vehicle prep, clay bar treatment, panel wipe, and full application. Prices vary by vehicle size.

Ceramic Coating

3-4.5 hrs + 24hr Cure

Full ceramic coating on all painted surfaces with complete clay bar prep and application. Best for vehicles in good paint condition.

Small Car / Hatchback$400

SUV / Minivan$450

Truck$500

XL / Commercial$550

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Correction + Ceramic

Single Stage + Coat

Single stage machine polishing removes 60-70% of swirl marks and light scratches, followed by full ceramic coating. Best for daily drivers with moderate paint imperfections.

Small Car / Hatchback$700

SUV / Minivan$800

Truck$900

XL / Commercial$1,000

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Advanced Correction + Ceramic

Dual Stage + Coat

Two-stage machine polishing removes 85-95% of paint defects including deep scratches, heavy swirling, and oxidation, followed by full ceramic coating. Best for vehicles being preserved long-term.

Small Car / Hatchback$900

SUV / Minivan$1,000

Truck$1,125

XL / Commercial$1,250

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Not sure which package is right for your vehicle?

We inspect every vehicle before quoting and will recommend the right package honestly based on your paint condition and goals.

Call 905-439-2338 Book a Consultation

FAQ

Common Questions

How long does ceramic coating last?

A professionally applied ceramic coating typically lasts 3-5 years with proper maintenance. Unlike wax (which lasts weeks) or sealants (which last months), ceramic forms a semi-permanent bond with your clear coat that cannot be washed off. Longevity depends on maintenance — a pH-neutral wash every 2-3 weeks and avoiding harsh chemicals will maximize the coating's life.

Does ceramic coating prevent scratches?

Ceramic coating adds hardness to your clear coat (typically rated 9H on the pencil hardness scale) and provides significant scratch resistance against light swirls from car washes and everyday contact. However, it is not scratch-proof — nothing stops a key or deep marring. It does make the paint much harder to scratch and easier to clean, and swirl marks that would normally embed in your clear coat wipe off a coated surface.

Is paint correction required before ceramic coating?

Not always required, but strongly recommended if your paint has any swirl marks, scratches, or water spot etching. Ceramic coating locks in whatever condition your paint is in — if you coat over swirls, those swirls are now permanently sealed under the coating. We inspect every vehicle before quoting and will tell you honestly whether correction is needed.

What is the difference between single and dual stage correction?

Single stage uses one polishing compound to cut and refine in one pass, removing roughly 60-70% of paint defects. It is faster and more affordable, ideal for daily drivers with moderate swirling. Dual stage uses a more aggressive cutting compound followed by a finishing polish to remove 85-95% of defects — it takes more time but produces a much deeper, more reflective finish.

How long does the job take?

Ceramic coating alone takes approximately 24 hours — the vehicle must remain dry for 24 hours after application. Adding single stage correction adds 4-6 hours of prep time. Dual stage correction adds 6-8 hours. We typically have correction + coating vehicles in for two days to do the job properly without rushing.

Can you ceramic coat a brand new car?

Yes — and new vehicles are actually ideal candidates. Even brand new cars come from the factory with light transport scratches and dealer swirls from improper washing. Coating a new vehicle locks in that paint in its best possible state and provides long-term protection against Ontario winters, road salt, and UV damage right from the start.

How do I maintain a ceramic coated vehicle?

Use a pH-neutral car wash soap, wash every 2-3 weeks, avoid automated car washes with abrasive brushes, dry properly to prevent water spot etching, and apply a ceramic-compatible topper once or twice per year to maintain hydrophobic performance. We walk every customer through the maintenance process before they pick up their vehicle.

Do you serve areas outside Bowmanville?

Yes. We serve all of Durham Region from our shop at 161 Baseline Rd E in Bowmanville. Customers drive from Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Courtice, Newcastle, Port Perry, and across Clarington for our ceramic coating and paint correction services.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

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Kendra Ellison

Oct 2025

"Had my car detailed here. They were super friendly and accommodating, and very understanding of the absolute mess my car was in. My car came back cleaner than when I bought it- not kidding. Highly recommend."

Jeremy Zavitz

Nov 2025

"Got the "basic detail", they spent so much time and attention on my vehicle, I was absolutely blown away when I saw it. These guys run an awesome shop."

Wayne Banks

Jul 2025

"First time taking my Grand Cherokee here and so happy with the results. Super friendly and informative when booking appointment and the quality of work done on the basic in and out package was fantastic. I will most certainly be back."

Steve Holloway

Nov 2025

"Friendly service and they even fit me in ahead of time. Thoroughly coated my vehicle with rust check. Highly recommended. Protect your investment!"

Jill Gumbley

Jan 2024

"We had our SUV detailed on Monday and I am SO impressed with this service. I literally didn't recognize my vehicle getting into it. Everything was spotless. Our SUV was so messy from winter, many road trips and just having a toddler in the car."

Liam Mollica

Jan 2025

"Been taking my Tacoma here for 3 years now, would recommend. Very liberal and thorough with oil not missing anything. Flexible guy and easy to book with. Got 2 vehicles done back to back this year and will be back next year."

Denise Paulin

Jan 2024

"We recently had our Buick interior detailed and a rust check undercoating completed and we are more than pleased with the service. For a small fee, they even picked up the SUV and brought it back. Staff are very pleasant to deal with. Excellent service!"

Melissa Anne

Jun 2021

"Great experience. I was able to get in for an appointment the day after I called and they did such a thorough job. I have a German shepherd and his hair gets everywhere. It looked like a brand new car. The best part was they dropped the car off for me when it was done. Will definitely be back!"

Erin McCuaig

Jan 2024

"I had my first rust check done recently with my newly acquired Lexus. The service was fantastic and everyone there is so friendly and knowledgeable. I will continue to use Rust Check yearly so my beautiful car will last! I also recommend their detailing service, they do a flawless job every time."

Jennifer Lynn

Aug 2022

"Super impressed with a job well done on my very messy SUV... even more impressed with the excellent customer service! Peter and the team were extremely polite and efficient, they definitely went above and beyond. Highly recommend!"

Melanie Aloia

May 2021

"Ultimate Detail did an excellent job on my SUV. After a long winter of salt, dirt, slush and mess from 2 kids it is now spotless! Very impressed and absolutely LOVE the mobile option! I couldn't have done it better. I will definitely recommend Ultimate Detail to all my friends and family. Thank you!"

Ms. Ramsay

Jun 2019

"The detailing done (interior and exterior) was absolutely flawless. I've never received such wonderful, friendly service. My car was previously smoked in, and it's impossible to tell. Windows, mats, leather seats, cloth interiors were all immaculate."

Kendra Ellison

Oct 2025

Jeremy Zavitz

Nov 2025

"Got the "basic detail", they spent so much time and attention on my vehicle, I was absolutely blown away when I saw it. These guys run an awesome shop."

Wayne Banks

Jul 2025

Steve Holloway

Nov 2025

"Friendly service and they even fit me in ahead of time. Thoroughly coated my vehicle with rust check. Highly recommended. Protect your investment!"

Jill Gumbley

Jan 2024

Liam Mollica

Jan 2025

Denise Paulin

Jan 2024

Melissa Anne