Ceramic Coating

Ceramic coating is the foundation of long-term vehicle protection. At Manning Detail & Coatings, our coatings form a durable, transparent layer that protects your paint from UV damage, environmental contaminants, and premature aging while enhancing gloss and ease of maintenance. Our ceramic coating packages are built around real-world use, so your vehicle gets the protection it actually needs.

What is a Ceramic Coating?

A ceramic coating is a liquid polymer that bonds permanently to your vehicle’s paint, creating a durable, glossy, and hydrophobic protective layer. Unlike waxes or sealants that wear off in weeks or months, ceramic coatings provide years of protection when properly maintained.

Think of it as a semi-permanent shield for your paint — enhancing shine, reducing maintenance, and protecting against everyday environmental damage.

What is a Paint Correction?

Paint correction is the mechanical process that levels the clear coat of a vehicle's paint in order to remove imperfections like scratches, swirl marks, oxidation, and other surface damage. This process makes the surface glossy and increases the color depth of the paint.

Benefits of a Ceramic Coating?

  • Long-Lasting Protection

  • Hydrophobic & Easy to Clean

  • Enhanced Gloss & Depth

  • Increased Durability

A Note on Care:
Ceramic coatings are an incredible way to protect and enhance your vehicle, but they aren’t indestructible. While they add durability and shine, they don’t make your car immune to scratches, rock chips, or neglect. The beauty and longevity of your coating will always depend on how the vehicle is cared for afterwards — think of it as a partnership between the protection we apply and the maintenance you provide.

P.S. You might notice that my coatings “don’t last as long as other companies”. I try to give you a realistic time frame based on an average time frame rather than the best-case scenario. How long a coating lasts greatly depends on the care afterwards. If a vehicle is properly cared for and garage kept, the coating will last longer than listed.

Ceramic Coating Packages

Tier 1: The Enhancement 

Starting at $1,299 or $299/month for 6 months

A great introduction to ceramic protection for vehicles already in solid condition.

Best For:

  • Vehicles under one year old

  • Minimal swirls or scratching

  • New car owners wanting long-term protection

What’s Included:

  • Decontamination wash

  • One-step polish (gloss enhancement)

  • 2-year ceramic coating

  • Light interior vacuum & wipe-down

Tier 2: Signature 

Starting at $2,100 or $399/month for 6 months

Designed for daily-driven vehicles needing visible correction and lasting protection.

Best For:

  • Daily drivers

  • Visible swirl marks and scratches

  • Owners who care about appearance but still use their vehicle

What’s Included:

  • Decontamination wash

  • Clay bar treatment

  • Two-step paint correction (70%+ clarity depending on condition)

  • 3-year ceramic coating

  • Glass polished & coated

  • Light interior vacuum & wipe-down

Tier 3: Showroom 

Starting at $3,799 or $699/month for 6 months

Our highest level of correction, gloss, and long-term protection.

Best For:

  • High-end or enthusiast-owned vehicles

  • Long-term vehicle ownership

  • Vehicles requiring maximum paint refinement

What’s Included:

  • Decontamination wash

  • Clay bar treatment

  • Three-step paint correction (our most intense level of paint correction, provides 90–100% clarity & extreme gloss)

  • 4-year ceramic coating

  • Glass polished & coated

  • Wheels-off service (wheels, rims, calibers)

  • Light interior vacuum & wipe-down

What’s Included With Every Ceramic Coating

  • 0% interest financing for 6 months

  • 4 months free of VIP Manning Membership (no strings attached)

  • Ceramic coating care guide (do’s & don’ts)

  • List of safe touchless car washes in town

  • Satisfaction guarantee — if you’re not completely happy, we’ll reapply the coating at no cost.

A Note on Ceramic Coating Care

Ceramic coatings provide exceptional protection, but they are not indestructible. They won’t prevent rock chips, deep scratches, or damage from improper washing. Longevity and performance depend on proper care.

Think of ceramic coating as a partnership — we apply the protection, and maintenance keeps it performing at its best

Book a Ceramic Coating

We look forward to meeting you and helping you treat your car with the absolute best protection!