Ceramic coating being applied to a silver SUV at LXT Paint Protection on the Gold Coast

Ceramic coating

Ceramic Coating Gold Coast

Professional-grade ceramic coating applied in Molendinar. Deep gloss, hydrophobic protection and years of easier maintenance — after proper paint correction, not instead of it.

Why ceramic

Protection that earns its keep in Queensland conditions

Hydrophobic finish

Water, dirt and road grime bead straight off, so the car stays cleaner between washes and washes faster when it does get dirty.

UV and chemical resistance

A hard sacrificial layer that shields your paint from Gold Coast sun, salt air, bird droppings and bug splatter etching.

Deep, lasting gloss

Coating locks in the finish after correction — richer colour and deeper reflections that hold for years, not weeks.

Corrected first, coated right

Paint is decontaminated and machine polished before coating, because a coating seals in whatever is underneath it.

The process

How we coat your vehicle

  1. 01Full wash, chemical decontamination and clay to strip bonded contaminants.
  2. 02Paint inspection under lighting, followed by machine polish or paint correction where needed.
  3. 03Panel wipe with an alcohol prep so the coating bonds directly to clean clear coat.
  4. 04Ceramic coating applied panel by panel, levelled and cured under controlled conditions.
  5. 05Final inspection, plus aftercare guidance so the coating lasts its full life.

Common questions

Ceramic coating FAQs

How much does ceramic coating cost on the Gold Coast?

It depends on the size of the vehicle and how much paint correction is needed beforehand. A well-maintained car costs less than one needing heavy correction. Send through your make, model and paint condition and we'll quote it exactly.

How long does a ceramic coating last?

A professionally applied coating lasts for years with proper maintenance — gentle washes, no automatic brush washes. We'll walk you through the aftercare when you pick the car up.

Ceramic coating or PPF — which is better?

They do different jobs. Ceramic coating adds gloss, chemical resistance and makes washing easier. PPF is a physical film that stops stone chips and scratches. Many owners coat over PPF for complete protection.

Can you ceramic coat an older or used car?

Yes — in fact it's where the biggest transformations happen. We correct the paint first to remove swirls and haze, then the coating locks in that freshly corrected finish.

Also available at LXT

  • Paint protection film (PPF)
  • Paint correction and machine polishing
  • Interior and leather care
  • Wheel and calliper coatings
  • Headlight restoration
  • Full automotive detailing
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CLIENT FEEDBACK

The standard speaks for itself.

3 reviews · 6 photos · 3 years ago

AWESOME JOB. A huge shout out to Eric at EDM Autocare. Can't thank you enough for the time and effort you've spent on my new Tesla mate. Car looks absolutely sensational. All the best for the future and you will be doing more for me in the years to come. Thanks mate!!!

Toni Katene

Tesla

Local Guide · 5 reviews · 39 photos · 2 years ago

I highly recommend Eric as he was very meticulous and did such an amazing job with a tricky project on our new Boom Mustang Trike.

Chris Wiseman

Boom Mustang Trike

2 reviews · 1 photo · 2 years ago

Had my daily detailed by Erick at EDM Autocare and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Amazing Job and definitely will be coming back again soon as I need my car looked after!!

Colin Giles

Daily Driver

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Drop by to discuss your vehicle in person. We're located in Molendinar, just a short drive from central Gold Coast.

12/26 Jade Drive, Molendinar, QLD 4214

Gold Coast, Queensland

Monday – Friday8:00am – 5:00pm

Saturday8:00am – 2:00pm

SundayBy appointment

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