Andrew K.
11 months ago
Guys did a great job on my full wrap, calipers and window tint. Easiest 5 stars I've ever given. Great prices too. Sent me pics along the way so I knew how it was progressing.
4.9 / 5900+ Google reviewsProfessional Ceramic
Professional Ceramic
Coating
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Dearborn Heights, MI
- Paint correction included
- Deep, glossy shine that lasts for years
- Water and dirt slide right off
- Protects paint from sun damage & chemicals
Why our ceramic coatings shine brighter:
- Paint correction included: Swirls and haze get polished out first, so the coating seals in clean paint.
- Premium coating product used: We use industry leading coating product to ensure a premium finish for your vehicle.
- Up to 5 years of protection: Choose 1, 3, or 5 years, based on how long you plan to keep the car.
- Climate-controlled bay: The coating levels and cures in a clean, controlled space, not a dusty garage.
- 4.9 stars on 900+ Google reviews: Michigan's top rated car customization shop.
Ceramic Coating Packages
Pick the package that best suits your needs. Each package comes with paint correction included.
1-Year Package
$750
This package includes:
- 1-step paint correction
- 1-year ceramic coating
- Hand wash and decontamination
- Care guide at pickup
Most PopularGet My 3-Year Quote
3-Year Package
$995
This package includes:
- 2-step paint correction
- 3-year ceramic coating
- Hand wash and decontamination
- Care guide at pickup
5-Year Package
$1,250
This package includes:
- 2-step paint correction with a high polish
- 5-year ceramic coating
- Hand wash and decontamination
- Care guide at pickup
Financing is available on jobs over $1,000.
Michigan's Top Rated Car Customization Shop
Andrew K.
11 months ago
Aadam A.
a year ago
Hussein S.
2 months ago
Tinted my car and took them a hour tops! Great experience with service and very respectful workers.
Mery N.
a year ago
Hadi A.
7 months ago
Got 20% windows and 35% windshield looks perfect and the people working there were really friendly too! I would 100% recommend.
Jasin I.
6 months ago
Leslie P.
6 months ago
Hands-down, one of the best places in the city, Window Tinting ceramic wraps, the place is great And the staff is even better
SRT Peezy
8 months ago
Moe D.
4 months ago
Melissa R.
8 months ago
Chris E.
4 months ago
Mykel J.
4 months ago
anel m.
5 months ago
M M
5 months ago
moe a.
7 months ago
Got to be one of the best car customization place in the country very professional won’t take my car anywhere else and I work on cars!!
Basil K.
3 years ago
Correct, then coat
How We Correct and Coat a Car
A coating is only as good as the paint under it, so most of the day is spent on the paint before the bottle opens.
Assess
Under shop lights we map the swirls, scratches, and oxidation so you get the correction the paint needs.
Decontaminate
Hand wash, iron and tar remover, and a clay bar pull out what a normal wash leaves behind, so nothing gritty gets dragged across the paint.
Correct
One or two polishing stages panel by panel, checked under lights after each pass. The 5-year package finishes with a high polish.
Coat and cure
The coating goes on panel by panel in the climate-controlled bay, levels by hand, and cures before it sees water. We go over first-wash timing at pickup.
Ceramic Coating vs PPF: What's the Difference?
| Ceramic coating | PPF | |
|---|---|---|
| Deep, glossy shine | Yes | Yes |
| Water and dirt slide off | Yes | Yes |
| Blocks sun damage & chemical stains | Yes | Yes |
| Stops rock chips | No | Yes |
| Self-heals light scratches | No | Yes |
| Lower cost | Yes | No |
| How long it lasts | 1, 3, or 5 years | 5 to 10 years |
Want both? Our paint protection film comes with a ceramic coating layer on top of it.
What Does Paint Correction Fix?
Swirl marks
The circular scratches from brush washes and dirty towels that light up in direct sun.
Light scratches
If your fingernail doesn't catch in it, we can usually polish it out.
Water spots & dull paint
White spots from rain and sprinklers, and paint that looks faded. We polish them out and bring the shine back.
Why Every Coating Starts With a Paint Correction
Swirl marks are the spiderwebs you only notice when the sun hits your paint, and they come from car washes and dirty towels. Put a coating over them and you seal them in for years. That is why every ceramic coating at Buff X Customization in Dearborn Heights, Michigan starts with a paint correction: we polish the clear coat under bright shop lights until the swirls, light scratches, and water spots are gone. Then a premium ceramic coating goes on by hand and cures into a slick, glassy shell that makes the paint look wet.
Choose how long you want it: 1 year for $750, 3 years for $995 (our most popular, and perfect for a lease), or 5 years with a high polish for $1,250. The whole job takes a day. After that, rain beads up and rolls off, bird poop wipes right off, and a wash goes by fast.
Ready for that glossy look? Get your quote below!
Get My Coating QuoteCeramic Coating FAQs
How much does ceramic coating cost?
Every ceramic coating package at Buff X includes the paint correction: the 1-year package is $750, the 3-year package is $995, and the 5-year package is $1,250. Financing is available on jobs over $1,000.
Is paint correction included, or extra?
Paint correction is included in every ceramic coating package at Buff X. The 1-year package comes with a one-step paint correction, and the 3-year and 5-year packages come with a two-step correction (the 5-year finishes with a high polish). The coating seals in whatever is under it, so the swirls come out first on every car.
Which package is best for a lease?
The 3-year ceramic coating package at $995 is the best fit for a lease. It covers a typical lease term, and the two-step correction plus the coating means the car goes back looking better than it left the lot.
How long does ceramic coating take?
A ceramic coating at Buff X takes one day, paint correction included, whichever package you pick. Most coatings get on the calendar within the week; request a quote and we will get you in at the first opening.
Does a ceramic coating stop scratches and rock chips?
No, a ceramic coating does not stop rock chips or deep scratches. It resists light wash marks and chemical etching, but it is microns thick and will not stop a rock chip or a key. For chip protection you want paint protection film.
How long does a ceramic coating last?
One, three, or five years depending on the package you pick and how the car is cared for. The coating wears from the top down, so the gloss and water beading fade slowly instead of failing all at once. Cars parked outside and run through brush washes land on the short end; hand-washed garage cars reach the long end. A ceramic top-up spray every few months keeps the beading sharp.
What is the difference between a one-step and a two-step paint correction?
A one-step correction is a single polishing pass that takes out light swirls and haze. A two-step correction adds a compounding pass first to level deeper swirls and scratches, then the finishing polish brings the gloss back. The 5-year package finishes with a high polish on top of that. Correction cannot fix a rock chip or a scratch through the clear coat; those need touch-up or paint, and we tell you before we start.
Can I put ceramic coating over paint protection film?
Yes, and it is one of the most common combinations we do. The film stops chips and the coating keeps the film glossy, slick, and easier to wash.
How do I wash a ceramic coated car?
Use a pH-neutral car soap, two buckets, and a clean microfiber to dry. Skip automatic washes with spinning brushes, which put fine scratches in any finish. Keep the car dry for the first day after coating; we go over exact timing at pickup.
Want chip protection too? Put the coating over paint protection film. A car detail every couple of weeks keeps a coated car looking coated. Want ceramic tint for your windows? See our window tinting. See finished cars in our work gallery. We coat cars for drivers from Dearborn, Livonia, Westland, Canton, Taylor, and the rest of the areas we serve, all from our window tinting, PPF, and car customization shop in Dearborn Heights.
Get the Swirls Out. Keep the Shine.
Tell us the car and how long you plan to keep it. We'll confirm the package and the soonest day we can get you in.