Rain during first 2 weeks after a ceramic coating

[rhase]

Hello all! Getting my car ceramic coated tomorrow.

Weather's gonna be very sunny and hot day of; I'm assuming once it's initially set they'll put it out in the lot in the sun to really give it a head start in curing. Next day is warm but cloudy, so no direct sun curing power. However Sunday there's a chance for rain.

If it rains on the coating, what should I do? Should I go confuse the neighbors by bringing my hairdryer out to blow the beads off once it passes? Should I quick detail? (all I have on hand is McGuire's ultimate quick detailer; ordered some pinnacle black label ceramic detailer too if the formulas make a difference in the choice). Should I just leave it be and take care of the watermarks after it cures?

Am I just overthinking all of this?

Help appreciated for someone new to ceramic coatings :)

[Desertnate]

Am I just overthinking all of this?

Yes! :D

Seriously though, most coating manufactures say it only needs to stay dry for 12~24 hours. After that it can be rained on. ALSO, the coatings I've used also suggest not touching it with any chemical for 7 days. It can get wet, but don't wash it or put anything on it. Just apply the coating and leave it alone for a week.

I've sure I've had a car get wet a day or so after a coating application, but I don't remember any problems. I always leave any newly coated car in the garage for at least 12 hours before taking them outside and exposing it to the elements.

[rhase]

Thanks! I'll somehow resist the urge to detail or wash for two weeks as dust and pollen piles up haha. I appreciate the response!

[Paul A.]

Nope, no extra care needed. Just enjoy the beads, my friend.

[Bobby B.]

Most coatings need 12-24 hours to cure. Once the coating cures the vehicle can get wet, just don't wash it or use any chemicals on the surface for 5-7 days.

[PaulMys]

Yes! :D

Seriously though, most coating manufactures say it only needs to stay dry for 12~24 hours. After that it can be rained on. ALSO, the coatings I've used also suggest not touching it with any chemical for 7 days. It can get wet, but don't wash it or put anything on it. Just apply the coating and leave it alone for a week.

I've sure I've had a car get wet a day or so after a coating application, but I don't remember any problems. I always leave any newly coated car in the garage for at least 12 hours before taking them outside and exposing it to the elements.


Most coatings need 12-24 hours to cure. Once the coating cures the vehicle can get wet, just don't wash it or use any chemicals on the surface for 5-7 days.

I think Nate covered this........ :laughing::laughing: