There’s a lot of hype about ceramic coatings for planes, automobiles and especially boats. We got curious about them and initiated a test to learn how involved the application process is and see what ...

Ceramic coating is a liquid polymer often described as a “shield” or “armor” for your car’s paint; in that way, it’s much like traditional wax. But a ceramic coating is supposed to be better at ...

Ceramic coatings promise a deep gloss and years of protection, but applied or maintained the wrong way they can etch, haze or even strip your clear coat. Instead of a slick, self-cleaning finish, a ...

This article was updated with new information in September 2025. If you've searched for any car-care products in recent years, chances are you've seen the words "ceramic coating." But what exactly do ...