Ceramic Coating in Pittsburgh | Crystallized Ceramics

Name: Crystallized Ceramics
Address: PA, AU
Telephone: +1 412-525-3630
Price range: $$
Rating: 5

What's Included

Full exterior decontamination wash — removes iron fallout, tar, and road grime before any coating is applied
Clay bar treatment — pulls embedded contaminants from the paint surface that washing alone won't remove
Paint inspection under lighting — identifies swirl marks, scratches, and oxidation before coating
Single-stage paint enhancement polish — corrects minor surface defects and preps the clear coat for bonding
IPA (isopropyl alcohol) panel wipe-down — removes all polish oils so the ceramic bonds correctly
Professional-grade ceramic coating application — applied panel by panel in a controlled environment
Leveling and flash cure — each panel buffed and flash-cured before moving to the next
Exterior glass coating — hydrophobic protection applied to all windows for improved visibility in rain
Wheel face coating — ceramic applied to wheel faces for easier brake dust cleanup
Final inspection and cure check — every panel inspected under lighting before handoff

The Process

1

Free Quote & Vehicle Assessment

You reach out, we ask a few questions about your vehicle and its current condition. This helps us give you an accurate quote and flag anything — like heavy swirling or oxidation — that needs to be addressed before coating.

2

Decontamination Wash

We start with a thorough two-bucket wash, then run an iron remover across the paint to dissolve metallic fallout. A clay bar follows to strip anything still stuck in the clear coat. The surface has to be completely clean before anything else happens.

3

Paint Correction (as needed)

Ceramic coating locks in whatever is on your paint — good or bad. If there are swirl marks, water spots, or light scratches, we correct them before coating so you're sealing in clean paint, not flaws.

4

Panel Prep & IPA Wipe-Down

Every panel gets wiped down with isopropyl alcohol to remove polish residue and surface oils. This step is critical — it's what allows the ceramic to chemically bond to the clear coat properly.

5

Ceramic Coating Application

The coating is applied one panel at a time using a ceramic applicator block. We work in sections, allowing the coating to flash before leveling it off with a clean microfiber. Rushing this step causes high spots — we don't rush.

6

Cure & Final Inspection

Once fully applied, the coating needs time to cure and harden. We do a full inspection under LED lighting to check for high spots, missed areas, or any streaking before we hand the vehicle back to you.

7

Aftercare Walkthrough

Before you drive away, we walk you through exactly what to do — and what not to do — in the first 7 days of cure. We also give you care instructions so the coating lasts as long as possible.

Is This Right For You?

Ceramic coating is a strong move if you're driving a newer truck, SUV, or sedan and you want to protect that factory finish before Pittsburgh winters, road salt, and highway tar have a chance to do damage. It's also a great fit if you've already invested in paint correction and want to make sure that work holds up for years instead of washing away in a few months.

Common Questions About Ceramic Coating

How long does a ceramic coating last?

That depends on the coating tier applied and how the vehicle is maintained afterward. Most professional-grade coatings last anywhere from 2 to 5 years with regular maintenance washes. Cheaper spray-on sealants sold at auto parts stores are not ceramic coatings — they last weeks, not years.

Does ceramic coating prevent rock chips and scratches?

No. Ceramic coating adds hardness to your clear coat and makes the surface more resistant to light marring and chemical etching, but it won't stop rock chips or deep scratches. If chip protection is your main concern, paint protection film (PPF) is the right product for that.

Does my car need paint correction before ceramic coating?

It depends on your paint's current condition. Ceramic coating is permanent — it seals whatever is underneath it. If your paint has noticeable swirl marks, oxidation, or water spots, those should be corrected first. We inspect every vehicle before coating and will let you know what we find.

How long does the service take, and do I need to leave my vehicle?

A full ceramic coating service typically takes one full day, sometimes into a second day depending on the size of the vehicle and the level of paint correction required. Yes, you'll need to drop the vehicle off — this isn't something that can be rushed or done in a parking lot.

What do I need to do after the coating is applied?

For the first 7 days, keep the vehicle dry and avoid washing it — this allows the coating to fully cure and harden. After that, regular maintenance washes with a pH-neutral soap are all you need to keep the coating performing well. We'll walk you through everything before you leave.

Areas We Serve

Hampton Township Allison Park McCandless Shaler Township Ross Township Gibsonia Fox Chapel Cranberry Township

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