Not a wax. Not a sealant. A chemical bond to your paint that delivers a deep-mirror finish, hydrophobic protection, and UV defense for 5+ years. One install — years of armor.
Ceramic coating chemically bonds to your vehicle's paint — creating a semi-permanent glass-like barrier that Tennessee's UV rays, summer heat, road contaminants, and bird droppings can't penetrate. It doesn't wash off in the rain, fade after a few washes, or need to be reapplied every season. One install, years of protection, and a finish that turns heads every time it rains.
Every ceramic coating we install includes a full detail first — we don't coat a dirty car. Your paint is inspected, corrected where needed, and perfectly prepped before a single drop of coating touches it.
PPF stops the rock chips. Ceramic tint kills the heat. Ceramic coating locks in the shine and repels everything else. Three services, one shop, complete protection. Ask about combo packages.
Get a Full Package QuoteCeramic coating is only as good as the prep work underneath it. A coating applied over dirty, contaminated, or swirl-marked paint seals those problems in permanently. Here's exactly how we handle every Chattanooga vehicle we coat.
The most common ceramic coating failure mode is improper prep. When coating is applied over contaminated paint, the bond is compromised from day one — leading to early failure, uneven hydrophobic performance, and a finish that looks worse than a good wax inside of a year. Every vehicle we coat starts with a full decontamination process. That's not optional — it's the standard.
Chattanooga Auto Film Pros was built by Sarah on a single principle — if it's not right, we fix it. No excuses. Wayne applies that standard to every ceramic coating install: proper prep, proper application, proper cure. You pick up your vehicle with a handwritten thank-you note because the detail matters here — in the coating and in how we treat the people who trust us with their vehicles.
PPF on high-impact areas stops every rock chip. Ceramic coating on top of PPF adds hydrophobic performance and deep gloss. One appointment, complete protection — inside and out.
Get a Full Package QuoteFrom the first phone call until I picked up my truck, Wayne was polite and professional. He answered every question I had about the services. Wayne gave me a full walk-around after the window tint, ceramic coating, and PPF install — and instructed me how to care for every product. I received a take-home kit, which was a nice benefit.
Fantastic job on my Corvette. The comments on the car are continuous and I feel great driving it without the worries of rock damage. Thank you so much for giving my dream car so much attention to detail.
I have had every one of my vehicles tinted, and I have NEVER had an experience like this. Attention to detail, customer service, and the handwritten thank you letter — small things like this set you apart from the rest. Thank you Wayne, will be back.
One chemical bond. One install. Years of UV defense, hydrophobic performance, and deep-mirror gloss. Hundreds of Chattanooga vehicles coated and protected — from daily drivers to exotics.
A professionally applied ceramic coating in Chattanooga lasts 5+ years under normal driving conditions. Longevity depends on proper prep before application and basic maintenance after — both of which we walk you through. Tennessee's UV intensity and heat actually make ceramic coating more valuable here than in milder climates, because the protection is working hard every day.
Every ceramic coating package includes a full prep detail before we coat. This covers a thorough wash, clay bar decontamination, and paint inspection. If your paint has swirl marks or light scratches that would be sealed under the coating, we'll discuss paint correction options with you before proceeding. We don't coat dirty or compromised paint — that's how ceramic coatings fail.
Ceramic coating adds hardness and scratch resistance, but it is not an impact barrier for rock chips. For rock chip protection on Chattanooga's roads, Paint Protection Film (PPF) is the right answer. The two services work best together — PPF on high-impact areas like the front bumper and hood, ceramic coating on top for hydrophobic properties and gloss. Ask us about combo packages.
Ceramic coating pricing is based on your vehicle's size, condition, and the package selected. We provide a free, accurate quote after reviewing your vehicle — no guesswork, no surprise fees. Financing is available through Affirm and Klarna. Call (423) 693-3996 or submit a quote request to get started.
Yes — after a 7-day cure period, your vehicle can be washed normally. The ceramic coating actually makes washing easier — contaminants don't bond as aggressively, and water sheets off instead of sitting on the surface. We recommend hand washing or touchless washes rather than automated brush washes. We provide a complete care guide at pickup.
They do different things. PPF physically stops rock chips and road impacts — it's a barrier. Ceramic coating adds hydrophobic protection, UV defense, gloss, and scratch resistance, but won't stop a rock chip. If you drive on Chattanooga highways regularly, PPF on your front end is priority one. Ceramic coating on top of PPF is the ultimate combo. We'll recommend the right approach for your vehicle and budget during your free consultation.
Get a free quote — we'll assess your paint, recommend the right package, and give you honest pricing. Free detail included with every ceramic coating install. Financing available.