Content directory
- Facts about professional ceramic coating
- How to best apply Ganlas ceramic coating
- How to maintain the ceramic coating
- Which Ceramic coating for you
- Ceramic coating wholesale supplier
- How to handle bulk orders of ceramic coating
- FAQ on Ceramic Coating
- Conclusion
For many auto detailing shops. they all face the Challenge of keeping the cost low and expanding more service offerings to stay ahead in the industry. Besides the regular auto wash and detailing service, professional ceramic coating is a must have for many detailing shops, for it is high value and margin.
The traditional car wash and wax service is getting competitive. But ceramic coating stands out as a new cash cow with three to five times higher gross profit, ceramic coating also improves customer loyalty through is several months maintenance cycle. And this also helps with the membership program for many shops, thus generating recurring revenue and customer referrals. The regular detailing job would be a sale of 200 to 300 dollar per car, but ceramic coating can go up to a thousand. Especially nowadays more and more window tint and ppf shops are turning to ceramic coating for extra growth. Ceramic coating works awesome as a complement to ppf-Most of the car owners would still apply ceramic coating on Top of the pdf to make sure the shine stays longer. Ceramic Coatings and PPF can work as partners to make your sales much better off-they could exist independently or complement each other
Detailing jobs are labor intensive; shop owners or pro detailer are always looking for jobs to be well paid and rewarding. Professional ceramic coatings are a great complementary service to the detailing shops’ main offerings like window tinting; paint protection film and it is a great up-sale and also a great way to generate more revenue that is highly profitable and the ceramic coating doesn’t require a lot of the labor or material cost. it is a quick turnaround type of product and service
Experienced auto detailer can apply ceramic coating for a vehicle in few hours, and it is not so hard to apply compared with PPF and wrap film. It is a great opportunity to seek, which is high value, high retention and high profit.
The blog will help to explain some of the basics of ceramic coatings.
1.Facts about professional ceramic coating
1.1 What is Ceramic Coating?
Ceramic Coating is typically made of liquid silica/SiO2, also known as fluorinated silane or sometime graphene coating. It usually comes in a small bottle of 50 ML to 1 liter and it is a liquid-like that can be applied to the surface of the car paint in order to form a thin layer of clear protection layer, usually 0.5-2 um, on the auto paint surface, protecting the paint from oxidization, dust, contaminants, bugs remains or other small stuff. Ceramic coating makes the car wash and cleaning process a lot easier. Many people call it nano ceramic coating,9H coating etc.- Nano is actually another concept, it means a unit of length, which is very small.
1.2 Coating Generations
Ceramic coating is one of the most popular ways to make the automobiles look shiny and to protect the car’s paint. It is a liquid glass that forms a thin lay of crystallization on the surface of the paint that act as a protection against scratches, swirl marks and chemicals stains, acid rains, etc. The protection layer can form a lotus-leaf-surface like hydrophobic water repelling features, enabling the car to have a self-cleaning function. Ceramic coating can endure for years and last much longer than wax and sealant.
There are several types of ceramic coating, like PPF coating, Graphene coating, 9H coating etc. Each designed for a different purpose. Nowadays, the graphene coating is one of the most popular and widely used in detailing shops worldwide.
1.3 Why Ceramic Coating for detailing shops?
People just need it to keep their drive shine
Car lovers just like to keep their drive look new all the time and ceramic coating is a great choice to protect the new look of their drive for a long period of time. We are starting to see the ceramic coating everywhere- every detailing shop, window tint shop, paint protection film shop are offering this service. It’s a great complementary offering to the other detailing services.
Perfect Pair for PPF and window tinting business
Ceramic Coating is a great supplemental offering to PPF, TINT, Wrap, and other detailing service. It is a great upsell to generate extra sales and it is highly profitable. The product itself doesn’t require a lot of space to stock and it is fast and easy to install project. PPF and TINT may take hours or days to install for a vehicle, ceramic coating can be completed in 2-3 hours with the correct up. It also helps the PPF and wrap to exist longer with shiny looks on the car and it truly provides value for the user and the shop. It is a win-win situation for everyone.
Easy to learn and apply
Ceramic coating is one the easiest project for a detailing shop. It doesn’t require ton of tools and long prep work. PPF and tint takes a lot of skill and only the highly experienced installer can have the best results. Ceramic coating is not as difficult and the learning curve can be much short and easier.
Great sales bundle
As PPF getting popular as a way to for paint protection, many car owners are expecting their PPF to be more durable and shiny over a long period of time and easy to maintain after the install. It is a perfect timing to shops to bundle the sales of ceramic coating for PPF jobs and customer are readily looking for such a protection package. PPF and coating work best as a pair. PPF protect road debris and small chips, the coating on top of it will extend the hydrophobic properties and makes it easier to maintain, it is a great and offer value to the car owners.
Customer Awareness
There is an increasing rise in the consumer awareness about ceramic coatings. Many of them would require a coating on Top of the paint protection film just to keep the hydrophobic qualities. Just prepare water and that and allow for ease of cleaning. If you are doing the paint protection film projects. It’s time for you to consider offer ceramic coating. It will sell itself in your shop.
2.How to Apply Ganlas Ceramic Coating
2.1 FS1 PPF Graphene Coating (for Paint Protection Film)
Clean vehicle with car shampoo to remove all particulate contaminants and grit from the PPF surface.
- Clay Bar Decontamination:
Use detailing clay to remove oxidation layers and bonded contaminants from the entire PPF surface. Proceed only when surface is contamination-free.
Apply F19 PPF Restorer using a DA polisher with yellow medium-cut foam pad. Perform full-surface polishing (use reduced pressure on matte PPF). Purpose: Eliminate residual contaminants/oxidation before coating.
- Surface Degreasing:
Spray degreaser and gently wipe to remove oils (from restorer). Rinse with soft water and dry completely with microfiber towels. Critical: Surface must be bone-dry before coating; avoid water contact.
- Coating Application:
Pour few drops of Graphene Coating Liquid onto the foam applicator. Apply in alternating horizontal/vertical motions on 40x40cm sections. Overlap edges between sections.
- Flash & Buff:
Immediately after application, gently buff residue using circular motions with included microfiber towel. Begin next section while previous one flashes: Warm temps ( >25°C): Wait ~2 minutes before buffing. Cool temps ( <15°C): Wait ~4 minutes before buffing.
- Curing:
24-hour cure time required. DO NOT: Touch surface or expose to water. Infrared lamp option: Cure time reduced to 2-3 hours.
2.2 FS2 9H Ceramic Coating (for Paint)
- Pre-Wash & Clay: Identical to FS1 Steps 1-2 (on paint surface).
- Paint Correction:
- Step 1 (Cutting): Use F201 Compound with wool pad (DA polisher) to remove scratches.
- Step 2 (Polishing): Use F202 Polish with yellow medium-cut foam pad to remove holograms/swirls.
- Step 3 (Refining): Use F203 Finishing Polish with red soft foam pad for maximum gloss. Degreasing & Drying: Identical to FS1 Step 4.
- Coating Application: Apply FS2 9H Coating using same 40x40cm section technique as FS1 Step 5.
- Flash & Buff:
- Buff immediately with microfiber towel in circular motions.
- Flash times:
- Warm temps: ~2 minutes
- Cool temps: ~6 minutes
- Curing: Identical to FS1 Step 7 (24 hrs standard / 2-3 hrs with IR lamp).
2.3 FS3 Graphene (for Paint)- best ceramic coating for detailing shop
The application process is exactly the same as the 9H ceramic coating. Just make sure every process is done according to the above steps. Graphene coating may look physically dark or black and some clients may ask if it is good for the white cars. Tell them it is totally no problem and it will be so spread out on the paint and will not make any light color look dark.
3.How to care for the ceramic coating?
Ceramic coating is an extra layer of protection for paint. It works as a product that may be put on top of a car paint or PPF. Because ceramic coatings don’t absorb water, they can make it easy to clean and care for the car. To keep ceramic coating on a car looking its best for a long time, it is best to follow these important guidelines.
Care for Regular Maintenance
During the 48-hour Curing Period, don’t let water (rain or washing) touch the surface, the sun touch the surface, or anything else touch the surface. This first step is very important for ceramic molecular bonding. To cut down on early warranty claims, give them a signed acknowledgment form. If you don’t follow this, the coating won’t last as long and won’t work as well when it’s wet.
Wash your car often.
At least once a month, we recommend washing. If your car is excessively dirty, the ceramic coating will wear off or get damaged before it should. We also don’t recommend that the customer use tunnel washers or machine wash, whether it’s with a brush or not, because that can remove the coating on the surface.
Use the proper product for detailing.
Use shampoo that doesn’t change the pH. Do not use cleaners or chemicals that are too harsh or aggressive. Add Ganlas F11 Ceramic Boost Spray (paint) or F12 PPF Care Spray (film) while the surface is curing to make it more water-resistant.
The right tools.
Three buckets, wash mitts, and three grit guards are all you need. When you put your mittens back in the bucket to rinse them out or acquire clean soapy water, make sure the grit guards keep the dirt away from your mitts. Use a different wash mitt for the paint and the wheels. You should never wash the paint and the wheel with the same mitt at the same time. Use the spray-and-rinse method to get rid of things like bird droppings, but never use abrasive instruments or chemicals that are too acidic or too basic.
4.What kind of ceramic coating should you use in your detailing shop?
We see a lot of ceramic coating solutions with names that get more and more complicated, but they all do the same basic thing: they make a semi-permanent, protective molecular connection with a vehicle’s transparent coat. At Ganlas, we go beyond generic products with our three precision-engineered advanced coatings: PPF-Integrated Coating, 9H Nano-Ceramic Coating, and Graphene-Enhanced Ceramic Coating. Each one is designed for a different type of protection and market need.
This hybrid solution is the best in composite surface technology and was made specifically for maintaining paint protection film (PPF). We combine the film’s impact resistance with superior hydrophobic chemistry by putting a unique ceramic layer over the implanted PPF. This two-step method makes a big difference:
• Performance of self-cleaning (110°+ water contact angle)
• Resistance to environmental pollutants like acid rain, bird droppings, and industrial fallout
• Blocking UV radiation to keep the film from yellowing
• Increasing gloss with nanoparticles that bend light
With PPF installations growing by 23% per year, this coating turns temporary film protection into a full 5+ year protection system. This makes it an essential service for detail shops that want to attract high-end customers.
Ceramic coating complement paint protection film. It functions as a product that can be applied on Top of a PPF. The hydrophobic properties of Ceramic coatings can make water drops or rain beads up and leave no marks or stain the car paint.
Our 9H coating, Ganlas’ top-selling professional-grade product, offers detailing companies the best possible balance between performance and profitability. Its superior scratch resistance (9H pencil hardness) against minor scratches, vehicle wash brushes, and environmental abrasives accounts for its market domination.
• Simplified application (3-hour cure time as opposed to the industry standard of 5 hours)
• Immediate deep-wet gloss enhancement for client appeal
• Competitive durability (maintained for more than 24 months)
It meets 78% of daily driver protection demands and delivers 42% higher margin retention than entry-level coatings, making it the logical choice for volume-focused shops. It is positioned as the “bread-earner” in our lineup.
Graphene ceramic coating is a upgrade from the 9H ceramic coating, it is infused with Graphene materials that are combined with silicon dioxide /SiO2-for prolonged protection and max shine. Graphene coating is durable, and it forms a stronger（10H） layer on the paint surface. The thermal conductivity of graphene coating is superior, which minimizes the coating fading over a long period of time.
As an upsell for the regular coating options, Graphene coating is perfect fit your premium jobs, or the high-end luxury vehicles.
Graphene Ceramic Coating vs. 9H Ceramic Coating
(Comparison in English)
“9H Coating” usually refers to a hardness rating (9H pencil hardness), not a standalone in the coating category. Many quartz-based or graphene coatings claim to achieve 9H hardness or more. The core comparison should be: Graphene Coating vs. (Premium) SiO2-Based Coating.
9H Coating is primarily inorganic silica (SiO₂) or poly-silicane, forming hard layers via chemical reaction. It has Properties: “9H” which denotes hardness near 9H pencil rating (~6-7 Mohs). Focuses on scratch resistance but lacks flexibility.
“Still unsure which coating is your perfect for your job?
If you’re a PPF-focused shop: FS1 is your must-have add-on.
If you value balanced performance and profit: FS2 9H Coating is your best-seller.
If your client wants the best coating and they have a higher budget, FS3 Graphene will define your premium choice
5.Professional ceramic coating wholesale supplier
As a professional ceramic coating wholesale supplier in China, we deliver cost-effective premium coatings with complete logistics support. Our high-margin products combine competitive wholesale pricing with significant retail pricing flexibility – maximizing your profit potential while solving detailing shops or detailing supplies brands pain points. Our ceramic coating wholesale price level is unmatched and with our own RD team, we can customize ceramic coating according to customer requirement, such as formulas, branding, etc. Ganlas is your go-to ceramic coating wholesale manufacturer and OEM ceramic coating private label supplier.
Beyond supplying products, we provide hustle-free solutions that make take some load off you. Our detailing products line includes everything from pre-treatment cleaners to ceramic coatings and quick detail sprays. You’ll receive ready-to-use resources like sales scripts, SOPs, profit calculators, and marketing assets – all designed for immediate shop integration. We also provide factory on-site or on-line training, so you will have zero learning curve switching from any brand to ours.
You can test samples first and then proceed to bulk orders, ensuring product performance are up to your standard. With Ganlas, you gain more than a supplier – you secure a back-end growth partner committed to minimizing operational risks and scaling your profitability.
6.How to best handle shipping for bulk ceramic coating?
Buying ceramic coating in bulk from overseas may seem complicated but in real it is quite easy and straightforward. We can guide you step by step and share all the necessary details to pay attention to. Usually, we use international express shipping companies like DHL, FedEx or UPS for sample orders or smaller bulk orders. If your order is over 100 units or more, we can also use sea shipping or other DDP (Duty and Delivery Prepaid), so you just wait for the products to be delivered at your door.
It is worry-free, and hustle free. For customers from USA, we can manage the bulk order shipment of ceramic coating or other detailing supplies with express air or sea shipping. Air shipping is fast and relatively more expensive. It takes about 5-7 days to receive the shipment. Sea shipping takes about the 25-35 days, depending if you are located in the west or east coast.
How about the taxes and duties? Yes, this worries a lot of us who want to import detailing supplies from overseas but having concerns about the complexity of customs clearance or other stuff. Don’t worry, we got your covered. With Sea shipping, we can handle the clearance with our forwarder or broker, and the cost is included in the shipping freight, so you do not have to pay extra on the shipping and no need to worry about the taxes or duties. It is door to door delivery.
For budget-minded buyers, we do recommend shipping the bulk detailing supplies via sea shipping, it is by far the best way to save the cost and on transportation.
7.FAQ for Ceramic Coating
Q: What sizes/Volume of ceramic coating do you supply?
A: We can custom-make the size or volume of the ceramic coating to customer requirement. The regular size for ceramic coating wholesale is 50ml, 100ml, or 1000ml. If you run a high-volume shop for ceramic coating, you can purchase the big bottles.
Q: Can you do private label/OEM for ceramic coating?
A：Yes, as a ceramic coating factory/manufacturer from China, we are happy to do OEM or private label for ceramic coating for our detailing shops or mobile detailing partners. The MOQ is about a few hundred units and we can help with package designs as well. If you do a lot of ceramic coating jobs and want to lower your cost on the coating material, you are more than welcome to contact us and try our sample and compare with the big brands. Our price is only a small fraction of the big names and our product performs just as good or even better. Try small orders with us and see how everything works out.
Q: What Ganlas ceramic coating is better?
A: Ganlas 9H or Graphene Coating gives you lab-quality protection with its revolutionary >82% ultra-pure silica and silicon glass ceramic compound. This compound combines five different forms of pure SiO₂ at a higher concentration than other coatings. This coating, which is not diluted, cures into a 10μm-thick coating that is 9H-hard and resists scratches while making the surface shinier. It is made to work on several surfaces and lasts for three years without any additives. It also protects against UV rays. The coating liquid with no impurities provides maximum shine and immediate hydrophobicity. This makes Ganlas a top choice for detailing shops that value performance, durability and price level.
Q: How long does ceramic coating last?
A: Entry-level: 6 months – 2 years
Professional-grade: 2–5 years (e.g., Ganlas SiO₂)
Premium: 5+ years (e.g., graphene hybrids)
Pro Tip: Lifespan depends on prep quality, product tier, and maintenance.
Q: Will ceramic coating prevent scratches?
Yes, for light defects (swirls, bush scratches), But it could not stand for impacts. If we need to protect the paint from minor impacts from road debris or chips, we still need paint protection film (PPF) for better protection.
Q: What’s the difference between PPF and ceramic coating
A: Ceramic coating is a liquid ceramic material that forms a very thin layer on the vehicles’ paint and it is so thin that it does not have any meaningful protection to physical scratches or impacts. What it does the most is to keep the vehicle shiny and in good looks, and it helps the car wash easier. It forms a smooth, water-repelling-so-called hydrophobic property that keep the small dirt, dust or other stains stick the surface easily.
It also resists UV fading and oxidation. It has a hardness rating of up to 10H, which makes it easier to wash and lessens light swirl marks. But its minuscule thickness doesn’t really protect against scratches, rock chips, or collisions. Professional coatings last 2 to 5 years and cost less, making them perfect for cars kept in garages or city drivers who want a glossy finish and easy maintenance.
Paint Protection Film (PPF) is a thick (6–10 mil), flexible TPU or TPH film that you put on like a vinyl wrap. It stops road hazards from getting to your car by absorbing rock fragments, gravel hits, small scratches, and even door dings. Premium PPF has “self-healing” technology that gets rid of light swirls when heat (such sunlight or warm water) hits them. It doesn’t work as well on chemical stains, but its strong structure protects for 5 to 10 years. It costs more ($2,000–$7,000+ for complete coverage), but you can replace damaged parts one at a time. PPF is important for people who drive on highways, off-road vehicles, or new cars in tough conditions where the paint needs to stay intact.
PPF and ceramic coating can come hand in hand and now the PPF and vinyl coating is available in market.
8. Case Study
Client X is an auto detailing business located in New York, USA, the main product and service offerings include window tinting, PPF install and premium auto detailing. In summer of 2025, Client X intends to get in the game of ceramic coating wholesales to nearby detailing shops. They tested a bunch of ceramic coating suppliers’ home and abroad.
After harsh testing and compare, Ganlas 9H and Graphene coating stands out among the other candidates and client X decided to make an order about 1000 units. Ganlas team comes up with a package design with customer X’ logo just in 2 days.
With approval on the package, Ganlas proceeded to mass package printing and fulfilled the entire order in just 25 days. Sea shipping of the above products takes another 20 days. So within 45-50 days, you can make your private label ceramic coating products or other detailing supplies brand into reality.
With standard operation procedures, we develop private label car care or detailing supplies fast and efficient. Each step, we will provide necessary guide and suggest best practices to make your growth easy and steady. The Result? Client X successfully launched their private-label ceramic coating line, offering it as a upsell bundle to their PPF and tinting customers. They reported a decent increase in overall service revenue within the first quarter, securing their position as a full-service detailing leader in their region
9.Conclusion
Ceramic coating has upgraded from a niche item to a core service and a significant profit driver for successful detailing business. While big brands often command premium prices, Ganlas provides high-grade performance at factory-direct ceramic coating wholesale costs.
As a professional coating manufacturer based in Guangzhou, China, we stock a full variety of ready-to-ship products, from 9H to PPF and Graphene coatings. Our products are designed for easy application, long-lasting performance, and most importantly—maximizing your profit margin.
Are you ready to contact us for a quote and free samples? We will share a detailed proposal for your private-label automotive detailing products.
