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Premium Ceramic Coating Applications in Streamwood, IL

Ceramic Coating 101: How It Works

Ceramic coating is the next step up from traditional wax. It creates a durable layer over your clear coat that helps your paint stay cleaner, glossier, and better shielded against Midwest weather conditions.


A ceramic coating is a liquid product that bonds to your clear coat and cures into a hard layer that safeguards against contaminants. It fills in microscopic pores in the paint so dirt, water, and road film have a harder time sticking in the first place.



The result is a surface that repels water, resists light staining, and holds a deep gloss for years, not just a few weeks. You still need to wash the car, but the wash becomes faster, safer, and less likely to leave behind swirls

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Our Gyeon Ceramic Coating Packages

Entry-level Ceramic Coating


STARTING AT $995

TURNAROUND: 1-2 DAYs

Ideal if you’re new to ceramic coatings and want to upgrade your gloss without going all-in on a show-car package. This entry-level option adds gloss, makes washing easier, and helps lock in your freshly corrected finish on both new and used vehicles.

THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Full decontamination wash
  • Level 1 paint correction
  • Single application of ceramic to paint and body work
  • Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
  • Headlights and taillights coated

Deluxe Ceramic Coating


STARTING AT $1,295 

A smart upgrade for daily drivers who want their car to stay cleaner for longer with less effort. You get the added benefit of coated glass and infrared curing, so water beads off more easily, visibility improves in bad weather, and you have a stronger bond for better longevity.

THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Full decontamination wash
  • Level 1 paint correction
  • Single application of ceramic to paint and body work
  • Infrared (IR) curing
  • All automotive glass coated
  • Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
  • Headlights and taillights coated
  • Includes warranty (see detailer for information)

Signature Ceramic Coating


STARTING AT $1,695 

TURNAROUND: 1-2 DAYs

Built for the owner who wants everything dialed in. From paint and glass to wheel faces and interior leather, this package wraps your vehicle in the coating so it looks sharp, is easier to maintain, and holds its finish through weekend drives, road trips, and car meets alike.

THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Level 1 paint correction
  • Double application of ceramic to paint and body work
  • Infrared (IR) curing
  • Wheel faces only coated
  • Interior leather surfaces coated
  • All automotive glass coated
  • Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
  • Headlights and taillights coated
  • Includes warranty (see detailer for information)

Why Choose Advanced Protective Solutions for Ceramic Coating?

Prep Work That Actually Matters

Ceramic coating only performs as well as the surface underneath. At Advanced Protective Solutions, every vehicle goes through a full decontamination and machine polishing stage before any coating is applied. The goal is simple: Create a clean, smooth surface that can bond properly with the coating and looks great!


Installer Experience You Can See

Your vehicle is coated by technicians who work with ceramic, PPF, and tint every day, led by a global PPF trainer with more than a decade in automotive restyling. That experience shapes everything in the bay, from how the car is masked and handled to the final inspection before it leaves the shop.


Coating Matched to Local Conditions

Streamwood and the greater Chicago area are tough on paint. Road salt, constant temperature swings, and heavy traffic all take a toll. With this in mind, we only use top-tier ceramic coating, so you end up with a package that lasts for years, not months.

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Benefits of Ceramic Coating Your Ride

Longer-Lasting Than Wax

Traditional wax gives a short boost in shine, then fades. A ceramic coating is built to last for years with the right care, which means your paint sees less wear from the environment and frequent washing.

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Easier, Safer Washes

Because dirt and grime do not grab the surface as easily, most of it rinses away before you even touch the paint. That reduces the amount of scrubbing and lowers the risk of putting new swirls and wash marks back into the finish.

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Helps Preserve Appearance and Value

A coated vehicle typically shows fewer signs of aging. Clear coat stays clearer, color holds its depth, and trim looks fresher. When it is time to sell or trade, that condition can make your car stand out against others on the lot.

Busting Common Ceramic Coating Myths

  • “Ceramic Coating Means I Never Have to Wash My Car.”

    A coating is not a force field. You still need to wash the vehicle, but the wash becomes quicker and less aggressive. Think of it as a shield that makes maintenance easier, not something that replaces maintenance altogether.

  • “Ceramic Coating Stops All Scratches and Rock Chips.”

    Ceramic adds hardness to the surface and can help resist light marring, but it will not stop a stone coming off the highway. For true impact protection, paint protection film is still the right tool, often used together with ceramic coating.

  • “New Cars Don’t Need Ceramic Coating.”

    Fresh paint can benefit the most. Many brand-new vehicles arrive with transport film residue, light swirls, or dealership wash marks. Correcting those issues early and sealing the surface with ceramic helps keep that “new car” look for much longer.

  • “All Ceramic Coatings Are Basically the Same.”

    There’s a big difference between a quick DIY spray and a professionally installed coating. Product chemistry, prep work, and curing all affect how long the coating lasts and how it behaves when you wash the car. Two cars can both be “ceramic coated” on paper and perform very differently in real life.