Sun Damage To Paint Is Real - Here's What It Looks Like
Your Car Needs Sunscreen Too
With the recent heat wave, now might be a good time to review what kind of damage sun and heat can do to your paint. This past week saw temperatures hovering around 100 degrees, and just as your skin can get sunburned, so can the paint of your vehicle.
The above image is an extreme case, but chances are, you've seen some kind of heat damage to paint before like the below photos >
Sun damage can be the result of not having a vehicle properly washed, coated and protected. A thorough wash gets rid of dirt and grime that can increase the chances of the topcoat being damaged.
As State Farm says in their article "Protect your car from the damaging effects of sun and heat":
Wash and dry often. Sun and heat can fade and crack the paint. Frequent washing and hand drying help remove dirt and dust particles that can cause micro scratches and dull your car's finish.
Wax your car. A layer of wax between your car's finish and the sun's ultraviolet rays is a great way to help protect it.
As State Farm points out: washing alone won’t always help protect against extreme sun/heat damage, so be sure to consider adding a layer of protection. While they mention wax, the truth is there are better alternatives like Sealant, Ceramic Coatings (like Ceramic Pro) or Paint Protection Film – it’s SPF for your car which has UV protection built in.
What’s Our Sealant Process? At Capitol Shine, our WASH + WAX SEALANT consists of:
Paint-Safe Hand Wash and Dry
Wipe Trunk and Door Jambs
Clean Wheels and Dress Tires
Clean Windows and Mirrors Inside and Out
Wipe Dashboard and Console
Bug and Tar Removal
Nano Mitt (Advanced Clay Bar Surface)
Dress Outside Plastics and Rubber
High-Quality Silica Spray Sealant
Light Hand Buff
OR, UPGRADE TO SPORTCOAT PRO!
Sportcoat Pro from Ceramic Pro DC
Upgrade your Full Detail or Wash + Wax Sealant detailing service to receive Sportcoat Pro! A Sportcoat Pro coating is superior to wax sealant and adds impressive shine as well as protection to your paint, glass, wheels, plastics and more.
Adding a ceramic layer of Sportcoat Pro in place of sealant is not only affordable, it helps to keep that glossy look for longer while also providing protection from scratches, UV rays and water spots. Sportcoat Pro is a nano ceramic, super hydrophobic glossy coating – perfect for those looking to quickly increase the shine and protection factor of his/her ride and includes:
1 Year Warranty
Self-Cleaning Effects
SUPER Gloss
UV Protection
Never Wax Again!
Sportcoat Pro provides an affordable protection option for you and your vehicle.
We also offer other paint protection options:
Ceramic Pro: It’s is not a wax or sealant, but a nano ceramic coating that bonds with the paint and is only removed by abrasion such as machine polishing. This coating also never needs to be waxed and is: Scratch resistant, UV resistant, Anti-corrosive, Self cleaning, Provides extreme gloss and contains hydrophobic properties. View packages on our website here.
Paint Protection Film: Why would one choose film over a protective coating? Actually, the majority of our customers who receive film also have a protective coating applied on top of the film for even greater protection. Another reason our customers choose to wrap their vehicle in film is because of the variety of colors offered. Imagine changing your vehicle’s color while preserving the original paint underneath. The film can be removed at a later time and return the vehicle to its factory color. We offer different packages of film wrapping for different areas of your vehicle. Find our packages on paint protection film here.
Other Tips for Car Protection Against the Sun
Park in the shade when you can to reduce paint and interior damage.
Check your tires! Extreme heat can mix with under inflated tires and cause a blowout.
Use a sunshade for the windshield. This can help protect your dashboard from cracking as well as reduce the overall temperature of your vehicle’s interior.
Consider installing window tint from Capitol Shine (see here), which can help block UV rays.
A protective coating, like Sportcoat Pro or Ceramic Pro can also help block UV rays from doing damage to your vehicle’s paint.
Use a car cover when your vehicle is parked for longer periods of time.
Did we mention getting a wash and wax sealant for your vehicle?
To reserve your wash + wax sealant, Sportcoat Pro or paint protection estimate, head over to our scheduling page to book your appointment.