IGL COATINGS VS opti coat

Ceramic Coating for Cars - Overview

Dirt, pollution, UV rays etc. take a toll on the paint of our new car.  We try to maintain and preserve the paint surface of the car, but with time it fades away and stains, etching, swirl marks etc. appear on the surface. Ceramic coating for cars provides a comprehensive solution to these problems. It provides effective paint protection.
 
Ceramic car coating is a liquid polymer applied to the car’s body, which bonds with the factory paint and creates a protective layer. It creates a permanent bond with the paint and thus, it can not be washed away or broken down. The coating provides resistance against dirt and stain marks and other types of protections- UV resistance, scratch resistance, thermal resistance, etc. It provides a high gloss on the paint surface and due to its hydrophobic nature, it makes cleaning the car easier. Here, we review two different types of ceramic coating products. 

IGL Ceramic Coating Review

​IGL coatings Kenzo is a ceramic paint protection with 100% Silica. This leads to better gloss and protection. It can be applied only by certified applicators. It provides a thick layer of coating with high gloss and durable protection to the paint. Some of the important features of the coating are as follows:
 
Self-Cleaning
Due to the high hydrophobicity of the ceramic coating, dust, pollutants etc. will only sit on top of the coating and get washed off easily. They do not get bonded or attached to the coating and hence are easier to wash and remove. It does not damage the paint surface.
 
High Gloss
As it contains 100% silica, it gives a high gloss. The application is to only be applied by trained professionals that have been certified to uphold the meticulous yet rewarding application process. The results are eye popping as they produce an unmatched gloss and shine throughout the ceramic coating world. IGL is world renowned for its lasting protection and brilliant shine that have come to be the standard within the paint protection industry.
 
Controls Swirls
Swirls appear on the paint surface of the car due to improper washing techniques. These swirls do not allow the light to properly pass through and hence the car paint appears as dull. IGL ceramic coating guards against the swirl and provides a glossy look to the car from the first day of application well into its final days some five years later if not longer. IGL is all about protection and just so happens to produce the best shine and gloss in the Ceramic Coating industry. 
 
Protection against Bugs and Bird Poop
Bugs and bird poop are acidic in nature and if they are left for a long time, they will damage the paint. With the IGL ceramic car coating and its highly acidic resistant nature, these bird poop and bugs are no longer able to damage the paint. 

Opti Coat Ceramic Coating Review
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​Opti coat is ceramic car coating providing paint protection from scratches and chemical etchings. Opti coat forms a hard layer of protection on the paint surface. It provides high gloss and protection for the paint surface. Important features of the product are detailed out below:
 
Long-Term Solution
Opti coat forms a continuous protective layer on the paint surface and provides protection for long-term. It does not wash away of breaks over a period of time.
 
Resistance from Scratches
The product is much thicker than wax coating and hence, it provides scratch resistance. It also decreases the swirl marks and enhances the paint protection greatly.
 
Etching Resistance
It provides resistance from acidic substances like bird droppings on the paint surface. It resists the etching or dissolving when it comes in contact with such acidic substances. This provides paint protection and keeps the paint like new.
 
UV Damage Protection
The car paint usually fades with exposure to UV rays. However, Opti Coat provides UV ray protection and protects the paint fading away due to the same.
 
Easy to Clean
Due to the hydrophobic character of the product, it repels water. This results in dirt not getting bonded to the paint surface and it becomes easier to clean them.
 
High Gloss      
Opti coat provides high gloss to the paint surface and enhances its appearance. 

So the better Car Ceramic Coating?

The IGL ceramic car coatings provide a better choice to the customers over opti coat coatings. It has better hydrophobic properties than opti coat which results in better cleaning and removal of dirt and stains. It also provides a harder protective layer compared to opti coat, which provides better paint protection. The gloss and the finish offered by IGL coating is much superior to the results derived from opti coat. The IGL coating is also more effective in controlling the swirl marks and etching. Overall, IGL coatings are a better alternative to opti coat coatings and customers should opt for the same.
 
 
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