Ceramic coating durability depends on the package, preparation, vehicle use and aftercare. No single lifespan applies to every car.
Preparation controls the foundation
A coating bonds to the surface beneath it. Contamination, polishing oils and unresolved paint defects affect the result, which is why professional cleaning, decontamination and agreed paint enhancement are completed before application.
Use and storage matter
A garaged weekend vehicle and a high-mileage daily driver experience different levels of road salt, weather, washing and contamination. The same coating can therefore perform differently across two otherwise similar vehicles.
Maintenance protects the result
Safe hand washing, suitable chemicals and timely contamination removal help maintain water behaviour and gloss. Aggressive automatic washes can create defects and reduce the quality of the finish even when protection is present.
What this means for your vehicle
Vehicle condition, use and owner expectations still determine the correct recommendation. Send NME clear photographs and a short description for an initial view, followed by physical assessment where required.