San Marcos' Trusted Ceramic Coating Specialist

Protect Your Paint in San Marcos. For Years.

Evans Everything Detail applies professional-grade ceramic coating that shields your vehicle from UV, road grime, and Texas heat. Get your free quote in under 60 seconds.

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Why San Marcos Drivers Are Switching to Ceramic Coating

Texas sun is brutal. UV rays, triple-digit heat, and constant road debris eat through factory clear coat faster than most people realize. Once that clear coat is gone, the paint underneath oxidizes, fades, and loses value. Ceramic coating creates a hard, chemical-bond layer on top of your paint that takes the hit instead.

Resale value is the part nobody talks about until it's too late. A vehicle with well-maintained, protected paint sells faster and holds more value than one with swirl marks, fading, and water spots baked in. Ceramic coating is one of the few maintenance investments that actually pays you back when it's time to sell or trade in.

Beyond protection and resale, it just makes your car easier to own. Dirt, bird droppings, and bug splatter sit on top of the coating instead of bonding to your paint. A quick rinse removes what used to require a full detail. Less time cleaning. Less money spent on washes. That adds up over three to five years of coverage.

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Real Ceramic Coating Results

Before Ceramic Coating BEFORE
After Ceramic Coating AFTER

Ford F-150 hood covered in swirl marks and sun-faded oxidation vs. mirror-finish paint with ceramic coating locked in

Ceramic Coating Packages

Choose the level of protection that's right for your vehicle.

Essential Protection

  • ✓ Single-layer professional ceramic coating application
  • ✓ Full exterior paint decontamination wash
  • ✓ Clay bar treatment to remove bonded surface contaminants
  • ✓ Paint surface inspection prior to coating
  • ✓ Hydrophobic water-beading protection
  • ✓ UV and oxidation resistance
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Pro Shield

  • ✓ Multi-layer ceramic coating for increased depth and hardness
  • ✓ Full exterior decontamination and clay bar treatment
  • ✓ Single-stage paint enhancement to remove light swirl marks
  • ✓ Glass coating on all windows for improved visibility and water runoff
  • ✓ Wheel faces and trim protected with ceramic coating
  • ✓ Enhanced gloss and hydrophobic performance over Essential Protection
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Elite Armor

  • ✓ Maximum-layer professional-grade ceramic coating system
  • ✓ Multi-stage paint correction to remove swirl marks, scratches, and water etching before coating
  • ✓ Full exterior decontamination, clay bar, and panel wipe-down
  • ✓ Ceramic coating on glass, wheels, trim, and exterior plastics
  • ✓ Ceramic-infused tire dressing
  • ✓ Longest available protection duration with highest scratch resistance rating
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The Ceramic Coating Process

1

Vehicle Inspection and Condition Assessment

Evan walks the entire vehicle in natural and artificial light to document existing paint defects, swirl marks, scratches, and contamination. This step determines which tier is right for your vehicle and whether paint correction is needed before coating goes down.

20-30 mins
2

Full Decontamination Wash

The vehicle gets a thorough two-bucket wash using a pH-neutral shampoo to remove surface dirt, followed by an iron decontamination spray to dissolve embedded brake dust and metal particles sitting in your paint. This step is non-negotiable before any coating application.

45-60 mins
3

Clay Bar Treatment

A detailing clay bar is worked across every painted panel to mechanically lift bonded contaminants that the wash cannot remove. This leaves the paint surface completely smooth and ready to bond with the ceramic coating. You can feel the difference by hand.

30-45 mins
4

Paint Correction (Pro Shield and Elite Armor)

A dual-action or rotary polisher removes swirl marks, light scratches, and water spot etching from the clear coat. Paint correction is done before coating so defects do not get locked under the ceramic layer. Skipping this step on compromised paint is how other shops cut corners.

2-6 hours depending on condition and tier
5

Ceramic Coating Application

The ceramic coating is applied panel by panel using a suede applicator block in a controlled crosshatch pattern. Each section is allowed to flash before being buffed to a high-gloss finish. Multiple layers are applied based on your selected tier, with cure time observed between each layer.

2-4 hours
6

Final Inspection and Cure Instructions

Every panel is inspected under high-intensity lighting to confirm even coverage and zero high spots. Evan walks you through the 24-72 hour initial cure window, what to avoid during that period, and how to maintain your coating so it performs for its full rated lifespan.

15-20 mins
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Ceramic Coating FAQ

Evans Everything Detail offers three tiers of ceramic coating. Pricing varies based on vehicle size, paint condition, and the number of coating layers applied. We do not display prices online because every vehicle is different. The best way to get an accurate number is to request a free quote so Evan can assess your specific vehicle and recommend the right package.
A standard ceramic coating job takes one to two full days depending on the tier selected and the condition of your paint. Vehicles requiring multi-stage paint correction before coating will need more time than vehicles in good condition. Evan will give you a specific time estimate when you request your quote.
Professional ceramic coating lasts between two and five or more years depending on the product used, the number of layers applied, and how well the vehicle is maintained. Our Elite Armor tier provides the longest protection window. Regular maintenance washes and avoiding abrasive chemicals will keep your coating performing at its best for the full rated period.
Ceramic-coated vehicles should be hand washed or run through touchless washes only. No automatic brush washes. Use a pH-neutral car shampoo and avoid harsh degreasers on coated surfaces. An annual SiO2 spray top-up can extend the life of the coating and restore hydrophobic performance. Evan covers all of this during the final walkthrough after your appointment.
Yes. Each tier includes a warranty specific to the product and number of layers applied. Warranty terms are provided in writing at the time of service. Coverage and duration vary by package, which is another reason to discuss your options directly with Evan before booking.
Wax sits on top of your paint and washes off within a few months. Ceramic coating chemically bonds to the clear coat and lasts years, not weeks. Paint protection film is a physical barrier that handles rock chips and deeper scratches, which ceramic coating does not prevent. For drivers who want long-lasting protection against UV, chemical etching, water spots, and oxidation without the cost of full-body film, ceramic coating is the most practical choice. Some customers do both on high-impact areas.
It depends on the current condition of your paint. Ceramic coating locks in whatever is underneath it. If your paint has swirl marks, scratches, or water etching, those defects will be preserved under the coating. Evan inspects every vehicle before quoting and will tell you honestly whether correction is needed. You will never be upsold on a service your car does not require.
Yes. Evans Everything Detail serves San Marcos, Kyle, Buda, Wimberley, Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, Seguin, Lockhart, and Luling. Service is performed at our location in San Marcos. Request a free quote and Evan will confirm availability for your area.

Protect Your Paint Before the Texas Summer Hits

Get your free ceramic coating quote from Evan today. Serving San Marcos, Kyle, Buda, New Braunfels, and the surrounding Hill Country.

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