So, I know the DIY ceramic coatings last a couple years. Entry level pro stuff is around 3-5 years, and premium pro stuff is 6+ years, or something roughly like that.
I've watched some DIY vids on doing it, and they all comment that you need to prep the underlying paint and polish it because the coating is 'permanent' and you dont want to trap crap under there. Makes sense, but then it makes me wonder: what happens to the coating at the 'end of life'? ie, if I do the DIY coating, and then re apply it in 2-3 years do I just re-polish the car with a cutting compound, then repeat the same process?
The same question applies for the more 'professional' coatings. What happens after 5+ years and you want to refresh the coating?
I've watched some DIY vids on doing it, and they all comment that you need to prep the underlying paint and polish it because the coating is 'permanent' and you dont want to trap crap under there. Makes sense, but then it makes me wonder: what happens to the coating at the 'end of life'? ie, if I do the DIY coating, and then re apply it in 2-3 years do I just re-polish the car with a cutting compound, then repeat the same process?
The same question applies for the more 'professional' coatings. What happens after 5+ years and you want to refresh the coating?