SF City Wash · San Francisco & Peninsula
Ceramic
Coating
Protection Packages
From a 12-month spray sealant to a 5-year hardened ceramic system — mobile protection packages serving San Francisco and the entire Peninsula. Every package starts with a full decontamination; correction is added where it’s needed.
Price It Out By Vehicle
Pick your vehicle size, then how long you want the protection to last — we’ll show you exactly which packages fit and what they cost.
1Vehicle Size
2Protection Length
12-Month & 2-Year Sealants
No paint correction — full decontamination and a sealant applied directly to paint. Best for vehicles already in good condition that want hydrophobic protection without the correction step.
No Correction
12-Month Sealant
- Full paint decontamination included
- Clay bar + IPA prep before application
- Spray-applied ceramic sealant
- Water beading & easier washing for 12 months
- Our most affordable protection package
No Correction
2-Year Sealant
- Full paint decontamination included
- Clay bar + IPA prep before coating
- Hydrophobic ceramic sealant applied directly to paint
- Self-cleaning surface — water beading & sheeting
- Can be upgraded to a 5-year coating at any time
5-Year Ceramic Coating
Full paint correction followed by a 9H semi-permanent hardened ceramic coating rated for up to 5 years. Paint is perfected first, then sealed. Available with an optional hydrophobic topcoat as a premium 5-year+ system.
1-Step Correction
5-Year Coating
- Single-stage polish — light swirl & oxidation removal
- Full paint decontamination + clay bar
- IPA panel wipe before coating
- 9H hardened ceramic coating applied
- 9H hardness · up to 5-year protection
2-Step Correction
5-Year Coating
- Compound cut + refining polish
- Deep swirl, scratch & marring removal
- Full decontamination + clay bar
- IPA panel wipe before coating
- 9H hardened ceramic coating applied
- Up to 70% gloss improvement over single-step
3-Step Correction
5-Year+ Coating
- Heavy compound cut → medium refine → final finish
- Maximum defect removal — near-perfect paint
- Full decontamination, clay & IPA wipe
- Hardened ceramic base + optional hydrophobic topcoat
- Show-quality gloss & depth
- Custom quote — pricing varies by condition
- Ideal for exotic, luxury & collector vehicles
5-Year+ Ceramic Coating
The complete two-layer system — a hardened 5-year ceramic base coat topped with a hydrophobic 2-year sacrificial topcoat. Maximum gloss, self-cleaning ability, and chemical resistance.
1-Step Correction
5-Year+ Coating
- Single-stage polish + decontamination
- Hardened 9H ceramic base coat
- Hydrophobic ceramic topcoat
- Enhanced self-cleaning vs the base coating alone
- Increased gloss depth with 2-layer stack
2-Step Correction
5-Year+ Coating
- Compound cut + refining polish
- Full decontamination + clay bar
- Hardened 9H ceramic base coat
- Hydrophobic ceramic topcoat
- The best paint + the best protection
- Extreme self-cleaning and water behavior
Full Price Sheet
Every package, by protection length and correction level, across all three vehicle sizes. All prices are starting rates and vary based on paint condition, panel count, and prep requirements. Larger vehicles and heavily neglected paint are quoted individually.
| Protection | Correction | Sedan / Coupe | Midsize SUV / Crossover | Large SUV / Truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12-Month Sealant | No Correction | $399+ | $449+ | $549+ |
| 2-Year Sealant | No Correction | $549+ | $599+ | $699+ |
| 5-Year Coating | 1-Step Correction | $849+ | $949+ | $1,099+ |
| 5-Year+ Coating | 1-Step Correction | $999+ | $1,099+ | $1,299+ |
| 5-Year Coating | 2-Step Correction | $1,099+ | $1,249+ | $1,449+ |
| 5-Year+ Coating | 2-Step Correction | $1,249+ | $1,399+ | $1,599+ |
| 5-Year+ Coating | 3-Step Correction (Custom) | $1,500+ | $1,700+ | $1,950+ |
All prices are starting rates. Final price depends on vehicle size, paint condition, panel count, and level of correction required. Custom quotes available for exotics, larger vehicles, and heavily neglected paint. Contact us for an accurate assessment.
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Correction Details
Click any tier to see exactly what goes into the job — the compounds, pads, and steps we use on every vehicle. Each correction level can be paired with any sealant or coating on the price sheet above.
Compounds & Process
- Single-stage machine polishing agent
- Applied with a polishing pad at medium speed
- IPA panel wipe before coating application
- Paired with a 5-year coating
What Gets Corrected
- Light swirl marks from washing
- Water spots and mineral deposits
- Light surface oxidation
- Buffer trails from previous work
Service Notes
- Approx. 3–5 hours total service time
- Best suited for vehicles with light paint defects
- Cannot correct deep scratches or severe oxidation
- Upgrade to 2-step if paint has heavier defects
Compounds & Process
- Heavy-cut compound — applied with a cutting pad
- Removes defects with aggressive abrasion
- Refining polish — applied with a polishing pad
- Restores clarity and gloss after the cut stage
- IPA panel wipe before coating application
What Gets Corrected
- Moderate to heavy swirl marks
- Light to moderate scratches
- Marring and buffer trails
- Moderate surface oxidation
- Water spot etching
Service Notes
- Approx. 5–8 hours total service time
- Delivers up to 70% more clarity vs single-step
- Recommended for most vehicles with visible swirling
- Paired with a 5-year or 5-year+ coating
Compounds & Process
- Heavy compound — cutting pad, aggressive stage
- Medium refine — medium pad, smoothing stage
- Final finish — finishing pad, clarity restoration
- Three distinct pad types across three stages
- IPA panel wipe + coating follow immediately
What Gets Corrected
- Deep scratches and heavy marring
- Severe swirl marks and buffer haze
- Heavy oxidation and paint fade
- RIDS (random isolated deep scratches)
- Maximum achievable clarity without respray
Service Notes
- Approx. 8–12 hours — full day service
- Custom quoted based on paint condition
- Hardened ceramic base, hydrophobic topcoat optional
- Recommended for exotics, show cars & heavily neglected paint
The Process
Every installation follows the same rigorous sequence — no shortcuts, no skipped steps.
Decontamination
Full wash, iron decontamination, and clay bar to strip all bonded surface contaminants.
Paint Correction
Machine polishing with professional-grade cutting and refining compounds — depth depends on your chosen correction tier.
Panel Wipe
IPA panel wipe removes all polish oils, ensuring a perfectly clean bonding surface.
Sealant / Coating
Your chosen sealant or coating system applied panel-by-panel — 12-month spray, 2-year sealant, or 5-year hardened ceramic.
Cure & Delivery
Proper cure time observed before delivery with aftercare instructions for the first 7 days.
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Lasting Protection?
Every quote is custom — pricing depends on vehicle size, paint condition, and chosen package. Contact us for a personalized assessment.
SF City Wash · Ceramic Coatings
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