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Old 13-02-2024, 09:36 PM   #6
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Default Re: Paint protection

Applying a coating to paint and trim is a given, but there are a couple of things to consider, depending on your budget or priorities -

- I personally think having the wheels coated is a must, mainly to make cleaning effortless, especially on high dusting Euro brakes. Not so much for the wheel face as they offer easy access to clean, but the barrels in particular. A "wheels off" detail to coat the wheels does add more to the overall cost.

- Having the glass coated is handy, just know that longevity on the front windscreen will be limited due to the abrasion of the wipers. I would probably just apply something like the easy to apply Gyeon Quick View as needed.

- Never, ever apply a ceramic coating to leather. While most of the coating manufacturers have leather specific coatings, you really don't want to be sealing up leather like a coating does. I also don't like how you can't polish it off like you could with paint. Again, this is something you can address as you maintain the car with a quality leather cleaner and conditioner. Happy to point you in the right direction.
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