Sweetwater Hand Car Wash
Ceramic Coating in Laguna Beach
On our menu, it's called All the Love.
You don't have to drive a show car to want it looking good.
Ceramic coating at Sweetwater is our complete detail with one more thing on top: a coating that protects the paint, deepens the gloss, and helps dirt and road grime wash off more easily. Like everything here, it's done by hand.
$800 to $1,200By appointment
Call (949) 376-1706. Tell us about the car and we'll get you booked.
The coating
What it does
Ceramic coating goes on as a liquid. Once it cures, it forms a protective layer over the paint.
More gloss
The paint looks richer and deeper.
Easier washing
Dirt and road grime let go more easily.
Added protection
One more barrier between your paint and everyday contamination.
Your car will still get dirty. It will just be easier to get clean.
What's included
The whole car, not just the paint
Every coating comes with a complete detail. The interior is cleaned and conditioned alongside the exterior work, so the whole car gets looked after, with added protection for the paint.
We'll tell you the price before we start. We always do.
It starts with the paint
A coating bonds to paint that is clean and properly prepared. It does not remove scratches, swirl marks or other defects. It protects what is already there.
If there are marks or dull spots you'd like dealt with, say so when you call. We'll talk through what you're hoping to improve before you book.
Preparing paint and protecting paint are two different jobs. Ceramic coating does not replace polishing or paint repair.
Who it's for
Is it right for your car?
It's worth it if you want a glossy finish that's easier to wash, and you're willing to keep washing it. It isn't only for new cars or expensive ones. The family minivan and the Ferrari behind it pull onto the same brick here.
For an older car, the condition of the paint matters. Tell us about any wear or damage before you decide. The point is to protect a finish you're happy with, not to cover up what's underneath.
By hand, since 1993
No machines. No brushes. Just people who notice what a machine never will.
Sweetwater is a family-owned hand car wash on South Coast Highway. We've been looking after Laguna Beach cars since 1993: daily drivers, classics, and the rare ones.
You don't need to know what to ask for. Tell us about the car and what you'd like to be different.
Ceramic coating
Questions people ask
How long does ceramic coating last?
There's no single answer. It depends on the product, how the paint was prepared, where the car lives, and how it's looked after. Ask us what to expect from the coating going on your car.
How is it different from wax?
Wax gives shine and shorter-term protection. A ceramic coating is designed to stay bonded to the paint for longer and to hold up through regular washing.
Will it remove scratches or stop rock chips?
No. Polishing or paint correction may improve some existing marks. Coating is protection, not repair. It doesn't make paint scratch-proof, and it won't stop a rock chip.
Will I still need to wash my car?
Yes. Regular washing still matters, and so does getting bird droppings and other contamination off quickly. Use products made for coated cars and follow the care guidance for your coating, including how long to wait before the first wash.
Does it stop water spots?
No. Water spots can still form on a coated car. Drying it properly after a wash helps.
How long will you need my car?
Plan on one day and overnight. Your car is usually ready around 10 the next morning. We'll confirm drop-off and pickup when you book.
By appointment
Book ceramic coating at Sweetwater
Call (949) 376-1706 and tell us about your car.
Ceramic coating with a complete detail: $800 to $1,200
Sweetwater Hand Car Wash1890 S. Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Call to book ceramic coating View all wash and detailing services