Adelaide's Trusted Ceramic Coating Specialists

Adelaide Paint That Stays Protected For Years

Peak Detailing applies professional-grade ceramic coating to your vehicle at your home or workplace across Adelaide's north-east and inner suburbs. Quote back within the hour.

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Why Adelaide Drivers Are Choosing Ceramic Coating

Adelaide's climate does real damage to your paint. Scorching summers, UV radiation, road grime from the South Eastern Freeway, and dust kicked up across the northern suburbs strip your clear coat faster than most people realise. A standard wash and wax buys you a few weeks. Ceramic coating buys you years.

A properly applied ceramic coating bonds directly to your paint at a molecular level. It creates a hard, hydrophobic surface that repels water, bird droppings, tree sap, and UV rays. Your car stays cleaner for longer between washes, and when you do wash it, dirt slides straight off.

Resale value is the part most people overlook. A vehicle with documented paint protection and swirl-free finish commands more money when it comes time to sell or trade in. Ceramic coating is one of the few car care investments that actually pays you back.

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Real Ceramic Coating Results

Before Ceramic Coating BEFORE
After Ceramic Coating AFTER

Mazda CX-5 with heavy swirl marks and oxidation on the bonnet before treatment versus the same panel with deep gloss and zero swirls after ceramic coating application in Athelstone

Ceramic Coating Packages

Choose the level of protection that's right for your vehicle.

Essential Protection

  • ✓ Thorough exterior wash and decontamination
  • ✓ Single-stage paint correction to remove light swirls
  • ✓ Single layer of professional-grade ceramic coating applied
  • ✓ Hydrophobic surface protection for everyday driving
  • ✓ Windows and exterior trim sealed
  • ✓ Post-application cure inspection
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Pro Shield

  • ✓ Full two-step paint decontamination and clay bar treatment
  • ✓ Multi-stage paint correction targeting moderate swirls and oxidation
  • ✓ Two layers of professional-grade ceramic coating applied
  • ✓ Enhanced hydrophobic and UV resistance
  • ✓ Wheels and wheel arches coated
  • ✓ Glass coating applied to all windows
  • ✓ Detailed post-cure inspection with documentation
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Elite Armor

  • ✓ Full paint decontamination, iron removal and clay bar treatment
  • ✓ Comprehensive multi-stage paint correction for deep swirls and scratches
  • ✓ Three or more layers of top-tier ceramic coating applied
  • ✓ Maximum hardness, gloss depth and UV protection
  • ✓ Full wheel faces and barrels coated
  • ✓ Glass coating on all windows and mirrors
  • ✓ Interior trim and leather protection included
  • ✓ Full documentation and aftercare kit provided
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The Ceramic Coating Process

1

Exterior Wash and Pre-Clean

The vehicle gets a thorough two-bucket wash to remove surface dirt, dust and road grime before any product touches the paint. This step prevents contamination from being dragged across the clear coat during decontamination.

30-45 mins
2

Paint Decontamination

An iron remover is sprayed across all painted panels to dissolve embedded brake dust and metallic fallout. This is followed by a clay bar treatment to physically pull out any remaining bonded contaminants the wash could not reach. The paint needs to be completely clean before coating goes on.

45-60 mins
3

Paint Correction

Under high-powered lighting, swirl marks, light scratches and water etching are levelled out using a machine polisher. The extent of correction depends on the tier selected. No ceramic coating will hide defects - they need to be removed first so the coating locks in a flawless finish.

1-4 hours depending on tier
4

Panel Wipe-Down and Surface Prep

Every painted surface is wiped down with a panel prep solution to strip any polish residue or oils left from the correction stage. Ceramic coating will not bond properly to anything other than bare, clean clear coat. This step is what separates a long-lasting result from one that fails early.

20-30 mins
5

Ceramic Coating Application

The coating is applied panel by panel using a suede applicator block, then levelled off with a clean microfibre cloth before it flashes. Each panel is worked carefully to avoid high spots. Depending on the tier, multiple layers are applied with flash times observed between each coat.

1-3 hours depending on tier and number of layers
6

Cure Inspection and Client Handover

Once all panels are coated, the full vehicle is inspected under lighting for high spots, missed sections or uneven coverage. Any issues are corrected on the spot. The vehicle is then left to cure and Russel walks you through the initial cure period, first wash rules and ongoing maintenance so you get the full life out of your coating.

30 mins
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What Our Clients Say

7 five-star reviews on Google

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"I took my 2000 Nissan Patrol to Peak Detailing, and I’m honestly blown away. I don't think this car has looked this good since it rolled off the lot 26 years ago! The attention to detail was incredibl"

Kate Sabine

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"I brought my car in for a full detail, and I am honestly blown away. It looks better now than the day I drove it off the lot! Mirror like finish. Highly recommended!!! If you want your car to feel bra"

BS TV atbp.

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"Russel did a fantastic job on my 10-year-old car. Light interiors and it looks brand new. Amazing results…will definitely book again!"

Shawn Edge

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"This isn't shine, this is straight up seduction on wheels... Thanks peak detailing for an amazing job. You took her from a daily driver to a showroom stunner for a lil token.. Definitely coming back!!"

Obazee Victor

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"Absolutely outstanding service. The man cleaned everything, the doors the roof the seats and every nook and cranny to an impeccable standard. My ute went from barnyard with mud and dust and god knows "

Sam Morris

Ceramic Coating FAQ

The cost depends on the tier you choose, the size of your vehicle and the condition of your paint before the job starts. Peak Detailing offers three tiers - Essential Protection, Pro Shield and Elite Armor - with pricing provided in your free quote. There are no hidden charges added on the day.
A properly applied professional ceramic coating typically lasts between two and five years depending on the product tier, how well the vehicle is maintained and how much UV and environmental exposure it gets. Elite Armor tier coatings are engineered for maximum longevity. Proper washing technique and avoiding automated car washes will extend the coating life significantly.
Most ceramic coating jobs take between four and eight hours depending on the tier and the condition of your paint. Vehicles needing more significant paint correction will sit at the longer end of that range. You will be given a realistic time estimate in your quote before booking.
Ceramic-coated vehicles should be hand washed using a pH-neutral shampoo and a clean wash mitt. Avoid automated car washes with brushes as they will scratch the coating over time. A maintenance detail or top-up spray every six to twelve months will keep the hydrophobic properties performing at their best.
Warranty details are provided with your quote and vary by tier. The warranty covers coating failure and delamination when the vehicle has been maintained according to the aftercare guidelines provided at handover. Russel goes through everything with you on the day so you know exactly what is covered.
Wax sits on top of the paint and washes off within weeks. Ceramic coating bonds chemically to the clear coat and lasts years. Paint protection film offers superior physical impact and rock chip resistance but costs significantly more and covers specific zones only. Ceramic coating is the most cost-effective way to get long-term chemical resistance, UV protection and gloss across the entire vehicle.
The paint should be as defect-free as possible before coating goes on, because the coating locks in whatever the surface looks like at the time of application. That is why paint correction is included in the process. Russel will assess your paint at the start of the job and let you know exactly what level of correction is needed before any work begins.
Yes. Peak Detailing services the full Adelaide north-east corridor including Golden Grove, Greenwith, Mawson Lakes, Salisbury East, Parafield Gardens and Tea Tree Gully, as well as inner-east suburbs including Burnside, Norwood, Unley and Hyde Park. If you are unsure whether your suburb is covered, get in touch and Russel will confirm.

Get Your Adelaide Car Coated Before the Heat Sets In

Every week without protection is another week of UV damage, water etching and swirl marks building up on your paint - get a free quote from Peak Detailing today and find out which tier suits your vehicle.

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