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Ceramic coating in Arvada, CO

A ceramic coating locks in deep gloss and makes your vehicle far easier to keep clean, while sealing the paint against Colorado sun, salt, and seasons. Every coating is backed by an Owner's Pride manufacturer warranty.

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What it is

A permanent bond that protects the paint you already paid for

A ceramic coating is a liquid glass layer that chemically bonds to your clear coat and hardens into a durable shell. It adds gloss, repels water and grime, and shrugs off UV, bird droppings, and mag chloride that would otherwise etch bare paint. At 5,280 feet and higher, that sun is intense and the winters are harsh, so a coating turns constant upkeep into a quick rinse. Ceramic handles chemical and UV damage. For rock chips, we pair it with paint protection film.

A blue Porsche 718 Boxster with a fresh ceramic coating parked outside the Ride N' Shine shop

Packages · warranty tiers

Coating tiers matched to how long you're keeping the vehicle

Silver5-year warrantyOwner's Pride 5-Year Ceramic Coating. Best for: daily drivers, lease returns, and owners who want professional ceramic protection at an exceptional value. Get a Quote

Most ChosenGold7-year warrantyOwner's Pride 7-Year Ceramic Coating. Best for: vehicles you plan to keep. An outstanding balance of durability, appearance, and long-term value. Get a Quote

Platinum9-year self-healing warrantyOwner's Pride 9-Year Self-Healing Ceramic Coating. Best for: the vehicle you are keeping for the long haul. Self-healing technology minimizes fine swirl marks and holds a deep gloss for years. Get a Quote

Every tier includes full paint decontamination, paint correction as needed, exterior trim restoration and protection, wheel face ceramic coating, and windshield ceramic coating. We keep pricing off the page because the right tier depends on your vehicle, its condition, and how you drive. Tell us those three things and we will send an honest recommendation. A quote takes about a minute.

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A red Ford Bronco with a fresh ceramic coating reflecting the studio's hexagon lights

“Just WOW!!! Eric and his team knocked it out of the park on our new Bronco!! Ceramic pro wrap, paint protection film and window tinting…. It looks amazing! Talk about a deep shine, it’s like liquid black gold! My photo doesn’t do it any kind of justice. Swing by and ask Eric to share his photos~what a great guy! High quality work at a very reasonable price, along with top notch customer service….HIGHLY recommend!!”

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“I had Ride N Shine install a 5 year ceramic coating on my lexus. I chose the ceramic pro 9H coating. My car looks amazing. Great customer service and communication. I couldnt be happeir. Highy recomend Eric and the Ride N Shine team.”

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What to expect

How it works

1 · Inspection & washWe inspect the paint, note any defects, and give the vehicle a thorough decontamination wash so the coating bonds to clean clear coat.

2 · Paint correctionWe remove swirls and marring first, because a coating locks in whatever is underneath it. This is why the finish looks better after, not just shinier.

3 · Application & cureWe hand-apply and level the coating panel by panel, then let it cure so it hardens into a durable, bonded layer.

4 · Handoff & warrantyWe walk you through simple aftercare, register your warranty with the manufacturer, and hand back a vehicle that is ready for Colorado.

We are an authorized Owner's Pride installer. Every coating is backed by a nationwide manufacturer warranty, registered for you at handoff.

FAQ

Common questions

Is ceramic coating worth it in Colorado?

For most owners here, yes. The intense high-altitude UV and winter mag chloride are exactly what a coating is built to resist, and the easier washing pays you back every week. It is most worth it on a vehicle you plan to keep.

Ceramic coating vs. PPF: which do I need?

They solve different problems. Ceramic handles UV, chemicals, and cleaning. Paint protection film handles physical impact like rock chips. Many Colorado drivers do film on the impact zones and ceramic everywhere else. Our full comparison guide breaks it down.

How long does a ceramic coating last at altitude?

That depends on the tier you choose and how you care for it. Each of our tiers carries its own warranty term, and with basic maintenance you can expect real-world protection across that term even under Colorado sun. Tell us how long you are keeping the vehicle and we will point you at the right one.

Can I still wash my car normally?

Yes, and it gets easier. Dirt and water release far more readily from a coated surface. We recommend a gentle hand wash and skipping harsh brush car washes. We send you the simple aftercare steps at handoff.

Pairs well with:PPF on the front clip Ceramic window tinthandled in one visit

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