Dr. Colorchip and ceramic coating

[JimInTexas]

Has anyone used Dr. Colorchip on a ceramic coated surface and if so, any issues? I had read a user comment that the blending solution can strip away the coating. I tried posting a question on Dr. Colorchip's site, but their contact form is down. Thanks!

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[SVT-DADDY]

I did my hood, wiped it down with iso really well, applied the Dr color chip then recoated the whole panel. Looks great.

 

[Mooch]

I have been asking this same question, and I really can’t seem to find an answer. Will the wipe off solution strip my ceramic coating?

 

[Timeless]

From videos I've seen only polishing/compounding will remove ceramic coatings for sure.

 

[Mooch]

Just wanted to post this in case anybody is wondering. Dr. Colorchip IS SAFE for ceramic coated cars. I looked everywhere and couldn’t find the answer so I called the company directly. The solution you use to wipe off the excess paint will not harm your ceramic coating in any way. I used it on my Gteqniq crystal serum ultra coated car without issues

 

[fiveoboy01]

From videos I've seen only polishing/compounding will remove ceramic coatings for sure.

Weaker ceramic coatings can be damaged or even removed by very caustic cleaners. Some need compounding. A few say they require sanding to remove.

Coatings do a good job of resisting acids, not so good with caustic solutions.

 

[Mooch]

When I am talking about ceramic coatings I’m not talking about the cheap DIY amazon specials. I’m talking about a professional only grade coating like Gteqniq Crystal Serum Ultra.

 

[fiveoboy01]

CSL is one that claims to require sanding to remove. Haven't tested it. You could very likely compound through it, although it might take a little bit of time.

I'm well aware of all of the professional-grade coatings available and am certified to install one or 3. Even many of those can be removed through compounding. A coating layer is virtually nothing, 2-4 microns thick in most cases. Doesn't take much to cut through it.

Just because it needs sanding as a means of mechanical removal doesn't mean that it cannot be damaged by the right chemical.

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