Services
Ceramic Coating in North Vancouver
Five years of gloss and protection.
A ceramic coating is the closest thing to set-and-forget paint protection: five years of gloss, rain that beads off, and washes that take half the effort - which matters when your car lives under North Shore rain and pollen. I coat with Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light, and I always polish the paint first, because sealing swirls under a coating just locks them in. Prep first, then the coating goes on by hand.
Rain stops sticking. Watch.
This is a coated truck in the rain - water has nothing to grab onto, so it beads and rolls off, taking dirt with it. That’s why coated cars stay cleaner between washes and why every wash afterwards takes half the time.
The coating: Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light
I don’t coat cars with mystery products. Crystal Serum Light is Gtechniq’s professional-grade ceramic - about 80% of the performance of their lab-only flagship coating, and the benchmark most coatings get compared against.
- Hardness
- 9H ceramic
A hard, slick top layer that resists the swirl marks washing puts into bare paint. - Durability
- 5 years
Rated for five years of gloss and protection - not a wax that is gone by spring. - Chemical resistance
- pH 2 to 12
Shrugs off bird droppings, tree sap, road salt, and harsh wash chemicals. - Hydrophobic
- Extreme beading
Water and dirt release instead of bonding - the truck above is what that looks like.
Wheels and glass, same visit
Rim Coating - Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour
A dedicated wheel ceramic that handles up to 600°C of brake heat. Brake dust and road grime stop bonding to the wheel, so they rinse off instead of baking on - faces, barrels, and calipers included.
Glass Coating
Rain beads and rolls off the windshield at speed - a genuine safety upgrade in North Shore weather, and winter glass cleans up dramatically easier.
Coated by hand at your home in North Vancouver
Coating day takes most of a day at your home anywhere in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or Deep Cove: machine polish prep, a panel wipe to strip the paint bare, then the coating applied panel by panel and checked under an inspection light. Afterwards the car needs 24 hours parked indoors or under cover while it cures. Glass and rim coating add-ons can be done the same visit.
What’s included
- Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light - 9H ceramic rated for 5 years
- Machine polish prep before coating
- Chemical resistance from pH 2 to 12 - bird droppings, salt, and harsh soaps
- Applied by hand and checked panel by panel under inspection light
Who it’s for
Daily drivers and keepers you want protected and easier to wash.
Pricing
| 5-Year Coating | Quoted before booking |
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Price may vary based on condition.
Before you book
Requires 24 hours parked indoors or under cover while the coating cures.
Add-ons
- Glass Coating
- Rim Coating
Ask about add-ons when you book and I’ll quote them for your vehicle.
What to expect
- You provide three things: access to water, access to power, and a private driveway or parking spot for me to work in.
- I bring everything else - extension cords, hose, machines, and products.
- By appointment only. I come to your home or office anywhere in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or Deep Cove.
- North Shore weather can change plans. If the forecast looks wrong for your booking, I’ll reach out ahead of time and find a day that works for you.
Common questions
Does ceramic coating need any special care after application?
Yes - the coating needs 24 hours parked indoors or under cover while it cures. After that, you drive as normal.
How does mobile detailing work?
I come to you - your home or your workplace - anywhere in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or Deep Cove. Everything happens on-site, by appointment only.
When is the best time to book?
Spring and summer are the busiest seasons, so spots fill up fast - book ahead if you want a specific week.
Want a quote for your vehicle?
Tell me about your vehicle and I’ll get back to you with an exact price.