Preparation and correction play different roles
Cleaning and decontamination prepare the surface. Polishing correction addresses certain finish defects, depending on the clear coat’s condition. Ceramic coating is then applied to the prepared surface. Confusing these operations can lead to expecting a bottle to deliver a result that actually depends on the work done beforehand.
Gtechniq CSL application documentation requires a washed and decontaminated surface, with polishing where necessary. This is an example of a manufacturer’s method, not a statement about the product used by Prime Shield.
Identify the defects you want to correct
Show the marks that bother you: hazy reflections, marks visible under specific lighting or a localised defect. Ask what can be improved and what must remain. A careful approach does not mean pursuing every mark regardless of the substrate.
- Is the paint original or has it been refinished?
- Which defects are visible and what limits have been identified?
- What level of correction is included in the proposal?
- Is the result assessed before applying the coating?
A new vehicle also deserves inspection; age alone does not describe the condition of its finish.
Protect the result and plan maintenance
The ceramic coating aims, among other things, to ease cleaning and enhance the surface. It does not remove the need for washing or replace impact-protection film. How you will care for the car afterwards is therefore part of the choice.
To prepare your project in Nivelles, send Prime Shield the model, known paint history and your finishing goal. Also plan to discuss the workshop time and precautions after application.