This is one of our favorite questions at WRPD in Chatsworth, because the answer is a confident yes. You can ceramic coat over paint protection film, and it is one of the best things you can do for your car.
Film and coating each do something different, and together they give you the most complete protection available.
What each one does
Paint protection film is a thick, clear urethane layer that physically absorbs rock chips, scratches, and road debris. It is the heavy armor for your paint.
Ceramic coating is a thin, hard, glossy layer that repels water and grime, adds shine, and makes cleaning easy. Put them together and you get armor plus an easy care finish.
Why coating the film is a great idea
A coating on top of PPF keeps the film cleaner, adds gloss, and helps it resist staining from bugs, bird droppings, and hard water.
It also makes the film easier to wash, so the whole car looks uniform and sharp, whether a panel is filmed or not.
Use a coating made for film
Paint protection film has a special top coat, so we use coatings that are designed to bond with film surfaces. That way the film keeps its clarity and flexibility.
Getting both done at the same shop means the products are matched and the whole job is planned together from the start.
The ideal combo for Valley driving
A popular setup at our shop is full front PPF for chip protection, with ceramic coating over the film and the rest of the paint. It is perfect for drivers on the 118 and the 405 who see a lot of freeway debris.
You get protection where the car takes the most hits, and gloss and easy cleaning everywhere else.
Want the full details on how we do it? Read more about our Ceramic Coating service at WRPD in Chatsworth, serving the greater Los Angeles area.
Common questions
Should I install PPF or ceramic coating first?+
Film goes on first, then the coating goes on top. That way the coating protects the film and the paint around it.
Can you coat PPF that is already installed?+
Yes. We clean and prep the existing film and coat it just like a fresh install.
Does coating change how PPF looks?+
It adds gloss and makes the film look even cleaner. Matte film can be coated with a matte safe coating so it keeps its finish.
Want the best of both worlds? Visit WRPD at 9362 Eton Avenue in Chatsworth or call (747) 220-0200 to plan PPF and ceramic coating together. We protect cars for drivers from Northridge, Porter Ranch, Granada Hills, Calabasas, and the rest of the greater Los Angeles area.