How to Ceramic Coat your Car at Home (DIY)

Learn how to ceramic coat your car at home. There are many great ceramic coatings out there. I am using Armor Shield iX which is DIY friendly and very easy to apply. It provides at least 2 years of protection and makes your paint extra glossy. To ceramic coat your car, just like with painting, the prep is the most important and most time consuming steps.
Coating: avl.kg/bf22c
1. Wash/clean car
2. Clay bar and iron decon car
3. Polish car
4. IPA wipe-down car (Isopropyl Alcohol)
5. Ceramic coat car
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. ChrisFix assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. ChrisFix recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not ChrisFix.

[@chrisfix]

Since shorts doesn't make it easy to see the description here is everything I used: Ceramic Coating: avl.kg/bf22c Car Wash: Soapy Wooder Wash Mitt: amzn.to/3VuCYl1 Clay bar: amzn.to/3Vy9EKA Iron decon: advanceautoparts.rt8x.net/b3xoWv Polish: amzn.to/3VsvGyN IPA: avalonking.com/products/ipa-prep-spray

[@toxicresultsofpain7328]

Thanks bro and word of advice don't ever do a face reveal

[@TYRANT_RICE]

​@@toxicresultsofpain7328most people already knows what he looks like tho .. but anyways good advice😅

[@blahblahnana1455]

Plz make more vids

[@JoseHernandez-jg4xc]

What polisher did you use?

[@zenithperigee7442]

@@JoseHernandez-jg4xc , it has the Ryobi One+ colors/design.

[@pragmaticoptimist46]

Ok dad, ready to help you wash the car. Dad: good. We only need 17 hours.

[@chrisfix]

It takes about 6hrs to fully ceramic coat a dirty car properly by yourself. That is a lot of work but totally worth the results which lasts years.

[@Mika-ph6ku]

@@willsrestorations man's malding

[@Mika-ph6ku]

@@willsrestorations stay mad

[@Kxji]

@@chrisfixhey Chris this is a pretty straight forward short video but ever thought about making a longer one ?

[@abeg1571]

​@@willsrestorationsThe hell is wrong with you? Just because you're slow and lazy doesn't mean others are. I've done a full wash, detail and ceramic to my car in 4 hours and my best friends detailing business does the same on bigger cars in 4-6.

[@mikimosky4109]

The pigeon staring from above: I'm gonna end this man whole career.

[@chrisfix]

You should see my car that is parked under the tree... RIP. It's like target practice to them!

[@cekodokbasi3884]

hahahaha🤣🤣🤣

[@minalove6582]

Oh nooo! Lol

[@shadyworld1]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@GodMaxDrinkerofTea]

​@@chrisfixwell, I suppose since the ceramic coating helps protect the paint from their acidic poop, I'm gonna coat mine. I can't get mad at birds tho lmao

[@snowcone-0172]

Just wanna point out how dedicated he is to keeping his identity quiet, masked up and everything because he know it would be shinny, hats off to you my frind

[@damiandynski1804]

There are few videos on his channel where his face is visible from car mirrors that he forgot to edit in the blur but yes this is a auto KZbin channel not a vlog

[@tofuwu8680]

There are videos of him in the driftstang where you can clearly see his face 🤣🤣he’s never really tried to hide his identity

[@MrPaxio]

bro is a wanted fugitive or is planning to be one

[@Mufflee]

You must not have him on tik tok then

[@JoseGarcia-ni2lq]

LoL true I still go back to 10 year old videos of Cris for car repairs and when I see his face I get a big smile on my face becouse it's super rare

[@tadyslo1203]

Super detailed like always. Cant wait to see what happened at lemons race

[@chrisfix]

Coming up. Just had a bit of a breakthrough with my computer so I’m hoping I can finish editing the rest of the video without it continuously crashing.

[@RegentLynx]

​@@chrisfix YoU gOt GaMeS oN yOuR cOmPuTeR

[@that1kankie915]

@@chrisfix i feel like you dont care but am very thankfull to you, am a 13 years old boy that his dad got a car but my dad doesnt take care abt it , i learned how to change oil,remove rust,use bondo,amd super cleaning the car , I am very thankfull because you give us those information witha clear steps

[@beluga2857]

I'm so excited for ittt

[@raphy_tt]

​@@RegentLynxhe prolly does but he can't play cuz of how his pc crashes

[@RockStar28745]

The detail you put into cleaning your cars is amazing!

[@The1Music2MyEars]

Ironically, the process is called detailing

[@robertl955]

@@The1Music2MyEars not to mention he skipped the cutting phase and went straight to the polish 😂

[@jonslg240]

Then a bee smacks into your newly ceramic coated bumper and puts a tiny pit in it, and then, slowly from there...

[@rolandoflores276]

I ceramic coated with this brand and it's been amazing. 2 texas winters and going strong

[@elbagofcarp]

haha a Texas winter thats funny

[@MrPaxio]

so like 60f

[@TheSantos173]

@@elbagofcarp should have seen last years was one if the worst if not the worst

[@crlaosvloadr3870]

sooo, a mid-west fall? 😂

[@Angelo80907]

Wait a minute….!!! Texas winter? 😂

[@brodyjames8092]

I love watching channels that have anything to do with detailing. I did it for many years at a car dealership but the dealership never seem to take this art form. Very seriously. But we tried our best and enjoyed learning new things. Headlight restoration is probably my favorite.

[@Harold_Callahan]

Years ago I worked for a car auction detailing cars for dealers who brought them in. It was fun but sometimes horrific.

[@eXclurel]

My brother wants to get our car professionally ceramic coated but it's really expensive. I told him we can buy a full polishing kit and ceramic coat it ourselves for half the price. Dude didn't want it. Gotta show him your video to change his mind.

[@chrisfix]

So the pro stuff is a little better but in my opinion, unless you have a really nice car, it’s worth doing it yourself.

[@completecarcleaning1531]

Never forget that the man putting on the coating also needs to get paid. Its expensive but if done correctly pretty time consuming

[@LockdownDetailing]

The guy charging you top dollar likely does it all the time and is good at it, so your result will be far better. Plus it’s a business so at the end of the day, needs to make money.

[@alouisschafer7212]

So how much does the pro charge?

[@LockdownDetailing]

@@alouisschafer7212 how long is a piece of string ?

[@jameswang9893]

Please make a full video about this!! like paint vs wrap if it matters, links to the stuff you used, etc.

[@reeseboi8704]

It does matter. Traditional ceramic coatings are designed for Automative painted surfaces, not for Car Wraps. You would instead have to purchase and use Wrap specific Ceramic coatings instead.

[@chrisfix]

I will for sure! I wasn’t sure if there was enough interest but looks like there is.

[@charlesc.9012]

@@reeseboi8704 He is actually asking: Is it better to paint a car, or is it better to wrap it?

[@jameswang9893]

@@charlesc.9012 I was actually asking if ceramic coating changes on a wrap vs. paint!

[@jameswang9893]

@@chrisfix Thank you! I just got a new car, and I don't know how to take care of the exterior / I also might want to get it wrapped so should I get ppf / ceramic coating now(paint) vs later(wrap) is also something I'm personally dealing with!

[@Detailpops]

Make sure ya pre wash then spray with an iron remover. Sometimes a clay doesn’t get the embedded iron in it. Then clay after. If possible coat in a garage so dust doesn’t fall on it then leave indoors away from contaminants for 8-12 hours at least. 🫡 Also using a 3 towel method will ensure they don’t get high spots. With the first towel you’re leveling the carrier agents so you push coating onto the adjacent panel sometimes which causes high spots. If left untended they lol have to be polished after.

[@ItsJustChance]

I just got my license not to long ago, these videos are really helping me get an idea of how to stuff to my car. Appreciate it

[@carcrazyguysa4059]

Its best to apply ceramic coatings indoors inside a garage. Doing this outdoors should be avoided especially in heavy sunlight or when its really hot.

[@Lecheconpan408]

I do interiors even in the sun just can’t let it sit long. Never had any issues. Paint I agree tho the metal gets too hot too fast

[@sentino68]

Not to mention the dust and general floating debri in the air getting on the car prior to the application.

[@dontuno]

Listen to some and it's as if only the detailing gods can do this. Thanks for showing us exactly how it's done.

[@juanar9231]

I think this is the most easiest and most helpful video I have ever seen on how to do this process!!!

[@chrisfix]

Glad you found the video helpful! Thanks a lot!

[@samanthasteen7090]

My son now 7 and he's been watching your videos since he was 4. He just loves your videos

[@snooder557]

Nice short, Chris!! You are one of, if not the BEST KZbinr I've ever watched. You have inspired me to become a mechanic when I get older. Keep up the good work!!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@SenpaiInteresting]

"Water don't even stick to it now" Throws a bottle of water at the car

[@vinayakpatil355]

A 20 litre gallon. 💀

[@321findus]

​​@@vinayakpatil355I had a stroke trying to figure out what "20 litre gallon" means

[@vinayakpatil355]

@@321findus Pun intended.

[@TheRaginCajun6]

Perfectly clear and concise directions

[@Johnny2tone9]

This guy is so smart. I have done work myself on my car because of him. Knowledgeable and inspirational!!

[@mrbbc2005]

Love this stuff, been watching ever since the driftstang came on the channel and this made me find my love for cars, im 14 now and want to work with cars when i grow up

[@chrisfix]

That’s awesome man! Glad to hear it!!!

[@LeytonTheissRacing]

every day i see a chrisfix video, i think inbed the trick or tip or how to do something in my mind, im 14 and getting close to driving, thanks chris!

[@jamesledesma]

Bro this soooo easy to do with way you explained it and not over talking it like all the other videos I've searched and seen.... thanks!! Now immma do it!

[@jaysmobileautodetail3792]

I own a detailing company and you are spot on.

[@jackfowler888]

Hey man, I just got into detailing like me en and my buddy are starting are own company. Any chance I could ask a couple question since you got some more experience then me?

[@BIG_DlCK_RANNDY]

i love your videos so happy how far you've gotten on youtube i remember being like 5-6 just watching videos that you made and wanting to try them out and i did end up doing some of them to my moms car and she loves it im 13 now!

[@chrisfix]

That’s awesome!!!!

[@shoking9825]

i love this guy he teaches me stuff i never knew existed

[@creeperpiller27]

I work at. Dealership, we literally have stuff that we spray on the vehicle and use a microfiber towel to rub it. Works pretty well, a whole lot smoother and I love running my hand across it.

[@saturnsl21999]

Outstanding you showed in 30sec what most detailers show in 30min good job nice and simple

[@davidfromafrica]

Definitely needs a full video :)

[@mahmudulkarim785]

Been waiting few years for Chris fix shorts. Glad to say they are what I imagined👍

[@chrisfix]

Glad to hear that. I am honestly nervous trying them because it is different than what I am use to but I hope they get some info across in a short time period and I will follow up with a full video for those who are interested!

[@kj-marslander]

@@chrisfix Shorts are perfect for you. It's superfast useful info to consume. Love it!

[@ImUrDaddy.]

Explain it better then most detailing channels

[@lbslawncare6627]

Man do I enjoy these videos so much. As soon as I get a car when I turn 16, I will be excited to work on it because ChrisFix has these type of videos!!

[@Robguy75]

Great vid man

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot and nice job on the first comment!

[@mikepawlikguitar]

Great job bro! After that polish and wipe off, always good to rewash the car again with the canon and the one bucket, one microfiber cloth method. (From ammo NYC lol).

[@breathlessboarding2791]

Make sure you have two towels. One for wiping down the majority of the coating and one for buffing it out and make sure you change out towels halfway through the car or you will risk getting high spots. Do NOT work in the sunlight. As always, nice video chrisfix!👍🏼👍🏼

[@GHOST-010]

This guy knows how to take care his car and even supercar are good for him to take care nice mate

[@nobodyakseddude342]

Used to watch you a few years ago but totally forgot about you. Randomly saw this lol. Thanks for continuing to make amazing content!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot! Can’t wait for the next long video to get done so I can post it! You guys are gonna love it!

[@robertm4347]

@@chrisfix I love Chris, especially when I'm searching for a detailed how-to. I don't get many notifications, probably because I watch so much other stuff that the algorithm favors my most frequent vids. So shorts help to get them showing up again.

[@pdxproductions7442]

Thank you Chris fix for keeping it simple and str8 to the point

[@lonzoreacts1190]

didn't realise it was THAT EASY!!!!

[@senate2042]

If you ever want to do a video on an 87 toyota 22r pickup, just let me know! I'll drive it right out from Colorado! Lol

[@spacehamster8602]

One of my new found favorites is searching chrisfix on youtube and clicking on the first short then swiping up and hearing “hey guys” over and over again😂😂😂

[@jdmjapfest512]

You should do a video on how to deep clean seat's

[@chrisfix]

Here you go: avl.kg/bf22c

[@_Julian__]

I love this. It’s almost therapeutic to wash a car like this. Awesome video. Keep em’ going!

[@ColtonRMagby]

Nice job coating that Mercury, Chris. Looks FABULOUS!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@ColtonRMagby]

@@chrisfix You're welcome.

[@abbagang3844]

thanks! if I owned a car would try lol

[@jtyree0226]

Ceramic coat your bicycle 🚴 😊

[@__alves_]

Just ordered that polishing product because of one of your videos, I hope its good as you showed us 🤞😄

[@chrisfix]

It works amazing! Just make sure you take your time with the prep. It’s like painting. It’s all in the prep!

[@robertm4347]

@@chrisfix I almost ordered this just now. I'm just starting out as a professional detailer, been diy forever (I'm 30). I read there claims and many reviews but let's make my question non-brand specific, *is the quality/longevity really there?* I wanted to dip my toes in ceramic so I tried Nu-Finish ceramic and though it did provide water beading, I was not very impressed with the shine and wasn't convinced it would last very long, so I concluded that my old standby Nu-Finish polish (relay does last almost a year...in Maine!) was a better product. It has downsides like the white residue on trim. Right now my primary customer is a used car dealer and there focus is on speed, so right now my options for them are: 1 Soap with wax in it, wich I hate. 2 Rain-x spray wash (silicone), which I like but only lasts about a month. 3 Nu-Finish polish, because both 2 and 3 look better than the Nu-Finish ceramic (granted in my test I did not clay bar or polish). For non-dealer customers I would like to offer the full monty but am apprehensive about advertising that it will last 2-7yrs depending on the product chosen. I'd like to offer this in the next six months and that is not enough time for me to test products on my own vehicles, plus that is a large investment in time+matt. I don't know if you have any time for these types of questions, I have looked through the comments here to see if you had already answered them but only saw you say that the professional products where a little better. So if you are willing to take the time to respond it could save me a lot of time and research. Thank you.

[@jaydz7170]

Best video of hazing/flashing I have ever seen

[@joseromero4563]

Bro if your doing a ceramic I always recommend a cutting compound first

[@notchipotle]

yeah, I'm a lazy person, I'll just let it look the way it is 🤣

[@MiguelY22]

Im lazy too and my car is not nice enough for all that work. I just bought some optimum no rinse wash and wax to try for the first time

[@SlvrWlf88]

Most people thinking they paying extra $5 got a ceramic wax from the car wash drive thru 🤣

[@chrisfix]

Lol 😂

[@alouisschafer7212]

I mean yes they do douse the car in something that makes it shiny and makes water bead off but its crap ofc and lasts a week maybe. I buffed mine with some ceramic sealer coat thingy from Sonax I got it for like 15$ its their best paint sealer and sheeesh that stuff works way too good for a 15$ product. Now I wanna go all out do a full paint correction, machine polish and then proper ceramic sealant.

[@bigduphusaj162]

"Ceramic coating" has zero ceramics in it so the laugh is on anyone using 'ceramic coating' full stop. If you rubbed ceramic anything on paint it would instantly scratch it.

[@FalloutProto]

Thank you, Christopher Fixtopher

[@revellations7741]

Side note: each coating had its own drying time based on a set temp/humidity, make sure if you are hotter/less humid that you wait less time and vice versa. Do not apply a “large amount” of coating, you will end up with high spots (see chemical guys video) everything else in this video is spot on😊

[@parkeramoss6691]

Hi😊

[@chrisfix]

Hi

[@xuyve8644]

What is your favorite car in your driveway?

[@chrisfix]

Oh man I have some cars I havent shared with you guys yet so stay tuned. My DriftStang and Hummer are prob my two favs.

[@ervin9805]

his hummer is his dream car

[@madrimious6830]

I love it when he says buff

[@beggarsmoon]

That's really interesting. Been looking what's easiest and best way, you nailed it.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@matthewkim983]

Meow

[@chrisfix]

Woof

[@pieterjansenvanrensburg4648]

Hey @ChrisFix could you please make a full length, step by step video on how to polish ypur car, which pads to use when, speed settings on the polisher etc? I bought a polisher ( unfortunately not dual action) but I am not 100% sure how to use it, and you are one of the few people on KZbin that I trust😉

[@briandady9030]

Alright, KZbin, keeping the Chris fix coming! Got my hey GUYS! the day

[@francoiscamara9383]

Chris is best. I have been watching for years

[@abrahammora5612]

GLAD I FOUND YOU ON TIK TOK SUPER DETAILED ! THANKS 🙏

[@drsg9124]

Been strapped for time recently so I paid a place to clay my exterior and polish to remove swirls in prep for me to coat it myself. Saved an entire weekend of work to about a few hours just to spot clean and apply the coating

[@speterbilt]

chis is the best. lots of subs & lives a simple life. always great videos

[@bsmy84]

I've never heard of a ceramic coating. Learn something new every day. That said, I think I'll do fine without this coating. • After watching this process to the end, I thought to myself, What if as he backs out of his driveway he's hit by another car. I suspect this would be a major bummer.

[@FiOSFellow]

This "Super Clean" process has come along way since the one you did 8 years ago. Added chemical decontamination, mechanical polish, and IPA to the repertoire.

[@Da0R30]

I installed Armor Shield on my Yukon and love it! Easy to apply and gives great peace of mind. Also maintenance washes are much easier and quicker now!

[@dennydeckerful]

That's what I use as well.

[@realyouth5273]

The legend has arrived great video

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot

[@realyouth5273]

Your welcome I learn alot for you

[@punarv]

That was insanely fabulous.👏👏👏

[@JeanJacketGreenWallet]

I got quoted 1200$ for a ceramic coating in my area. It’s definitely worth it to do yourself. Awesome vid Chris as always.

[@ethanblan435]

It’s worth mentioning that professionals that charge prices like that will usually be using a much better pro grade coating that they are certified to install. Most of these coatings are going to last in the 7-10 year range, where a diy application, while still great to do, isn’t going to last near as long. You’re looking at anywhere from 1-3 years depending on a number of factors. Also if your vehicle has a lot of swirl marks and scratches, a professional is going to be able to get them looking much better than most diy people could. It really just depends on what kind of result you’re looking for and how much more you’re willing to pay for it.

[@dennydeckerful]

@@ethanblan435 Depends on the professionals, lot of half assers out there.

[@JayRacingProductions]

I always clay bar with a little lubricant not iron remover!! That is supposed to sit and settle into the paint then spray off with water!! Try that next time you will have a much better result. But good video Chris

[@paweambroziak8990]

Finally you posted

[@drivemotorsphilippines]

Love this very straightforward ❤️💯🇵🇭 big fan here

[@EatCarbs]

I should do this with mine. Thanks for the video

[@PilotDamian]

Nice job Chris! Thank you!

[@TheSantos173]

I got some Car pro uk3.0 this is exactly what I need to know, the prep

[@hunterox1232]

Hey Chris! I’ve been a huge fan since I was in middle school and I just turned 20 in august. I know you probably get this a lot but I’d genuinely like to get to work with you sometime as I ordered some rock lights for my mom as a joke(but I plan on actually installing them) as well as some for my buddy because he won’t tell me what he needs for his truck for Christmas lol. I’d love to be like you and have the amount of knowledge and skills you do. “Project Nightlight” and “Project Police Interceptor” have always been my favorites as I love off-roading YEE YEE and I’ve always wanted to be a police officer(sadly I can’t due to health reasons)! Please if there’s any way you could help me install these, because I have no clue how to, that’d be great! We all love you and the videos! Keep up the amazing work bro!

[@nathaniniguez8705]

Makes it look so easy love it gonna try it out!!

[@denzeljackson6505]

Short and sweet

[@Hidetheblades]

Bro so glad you made this. Got a 2007 ford fusion that looks just like this…whatever this is

[@chrisfix]

Same car but from Mercury. Mercury Milan.

[@Caza390]

Now we need a Chrisfix PPF video too!

[@danvennert9355]

Happy Thanksgiving Chris!!! Thanks for another great video.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@Epic_R3K47]

I finally found another of these.

[@Davidjune1970]

Interesting I learned it’s best to get ChrisFix to ceramic coat your car.

[@slimedev4920]

Man, that newly paved driveway really improved the look of your videos

[@tankmantankman4802]

Love the short Chris! Have a happy Thanksgiving! -Tankman

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot Tankman! Happy thanksgiving! 🦃

[@tankmantankman4802]

@@chrisfix thanks for the heart Chris! And once again, have a great Thanksgiving! Stay safe! 🦃 -Tankman

[@Taratukhin4]

I love it when I don't want too pay for a mechanic. I always have you.

[@NB-rz3ot]

great video as always. Please make a full video of how to do Ceramic Coating

[@chrisfix]

I might soon!

[@NB-rz3ot]

Can’t wait to watch that video

[@31_silverfox71]

I love you criss fi, you helped me change my back glass but working the paint Is another ballgame, if you buff you can't buff too hard or too fast otherwise you burn the clear and if you ceramic coat too much it's not going to get In the clear and is gona "freez" on top of the clear leaving a wet spot fort the rest of eternity on the clear😅

[@JoseAlfonsoChavez]

I think Larry from AMMO NYC approves your coating method 👌

[@woofpuppy]

My buddy left his detailing business from burnout. I bought Duraslic off of him at cost and he helped me prep, polish, and apply the coating. We did FAR from the professional perfect job and it still took 20 man hours.

[@-Abhishek_9]

That heeeey guys hits different everytime.

[@lozanodrywallrepair9134]

you are the most amazing person at car

[@sebastiantorres6181]

Nice job brother 👍

[@DeepSleepChannel01]

Nice video!

[@nathanembrey4012]

Excellent video!

[@kun4352]

Can u do a pressure powere wash tutorial plz?

[@SxmTech101]

Chris for the win

[@giant23]

Simple and effective

[@randyrhoads4737]

That's amazing! But also A LOT of work.

[@OMgGirRaFe]

The goat speaks and I will listen