Ceramic coating in Auburn, WA

System X ceramic coatings for lasting gloss and water beading in Pacific Northwest rain, applied over polished, corrected paint.

2-step paint correction included
2, 5 and 10-year packages
Online booking available
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What a ceramic coating does

A ceramic coating is a liquid coating that cures into a hard, glossy, water-repellent layer on your paint. It makes washing easier and helps resist UV, road film and bird droppings, but it does not stop rock chips; that's what paint protection film is for.

We use System X ceramic coatings exclusively. Every package starts with a two-step paint correction, so the coating locks in a corrected finish instead of sealing in swirl marks. Coatings are done in our Auburn shop only, because they need a controlled environment to cure properly.

Every ceramic package includes

  • Hand wash prep
  • Clay bar decontamination
  • Two-step paint correction
  • Ceramic coating on all paint surfaces
  • Coating registered to CarFax

How a ceramic coating job works

Four steps, all done in our Auburn shop between drop-off and pickup.

1. Hand wash

A careful hand wash removes loose dirt and road film before any machine work.

2. Clay bar decontamination

Clay removes bonded contamination so the paint is completely clean.

3. Two-step paint correction

Compounding and polishing remove swirls, scratches and oxidation for a mirror-like finish.

4. Coating and cure

The System X coating goes on all paint and plastic surfaces, then cures indoors before pickup.

Ceramic coating packages

Every package uses System X ceramic coating and includes a hand wash, clay bar decontamination and a two-step paint correction. Prices by vehicle size.

Entry 2-Year

$750

Coupe or sedan. SUV $800, truck or 3-row SUV $850.

Up to 2 years of protection.

Premium 5-Year

$1,000

Coupe or sedan. SUV $1,050, truck or 3-row SUV $1,100.

Up to 5 years of protection.

Ultimate 10-Year

$1,300

Coupe or sedan. SUV $1,350, truck or 3-row SUV $1,400.

Up to 10 years of protection, our longest-lasting coating.

Add glass coating for $150 or wheel coating for $300. Every coating registers to CarFax. Durability depends on maintenance: proper wash technique and safe chemicals.

Featured project: Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R V-Spec

Two-step paint correction to remove swirls and haze, then a System X ceramic coating and a full interior detail.

Ceramic coating FAQ

How long does a ceramic coating last?

Our System X packages are rated for up to 2, 5 or 10 years. Real-world durability depends on maintenance: proper wash technique and safe chemicals.

Is paint correction included?

Yes. Every ceramic package includes a two-step paint correction, so swirls and haze are removed before the coating goes on.

Is ceramic coating worth it in the Pacific Northwest?

Yes for most daily drivers. Rain beads off, road film releases with a rinse, and the car stays cleaner between washes through the wet months.

Ceramic coating vs. wax vs. PPF?

Wax lasts weeks, a coating lasts years, and paint protection film is a physical film that stops rock chips. Many owners pair film on the front with a coating everywhere else.

Can you coat my car at my house?

No. Ceramic coatings are in-shop only, because the coating needs a controlled environment to cure properly.

Can you coat wheels and glass?

Yes. Glass coating is $150 and wheel coating is $300. A coated windshield can make standard rubber wipers chatter; silicone wipers fix it.

Areas we serve

GAS Detailing is at 1302 W Main St STE 19, Auburn, WA 98001. Customers come to us from Kent, Federal Way, Bonney Lake, Lake Tapps, Sumner, Pacific, Algona, Puyallup, Tacoma, Covington, Maple Valley and Renton.

Paint correction

One-step and two-step machine polishing to remove swirls and light scratches, from $350.

Window tint

SunTek ceramic film in legal Washington shades, from $150.

Auto detailing

Exterior, interior and full detail packages from $50.

Ready to book your ceramic coating?

Book online in a minute, or call (253) 886-4980 for a quote.