How to choose the *best* ceramic coating for YOU! In-depth comparison of our entire coating line up

This podcast is all about choosing the right ceramic coating for YOU. What’s the best coating for a new vehicle? A classic car? A boat? A kid hauler?
What’s the best ceramic coating for chemical resistance? Best for a budget? Best for hydrophobic? Just the…best coating money can buy?
Nick and Yvan discuss the ins and outs of our ENTIRE ceramic coating line up so that you can make the best decision for YOU!
Here are the products we talked about!!!
3 YEAR GRAPHENE COATING: bit.ly/3yearGRAPHENEcoating
5 YEAR CERAMIC COATING: bit.ly/5YearCoating
8 YEAR CERAMIC COATING: bit.ly/8YearCERAMIC
THE STACK: bit.ly/TheStackCeramicCoatingKit
C6 HYDRO LITE: bit.ly/C6HydroLite
INTERIOR CERAMIC: bit.ly/DIYInteriorCeramic
TRIM RESTORE & PROTECT: bit.ly/PlasticTrimRestorer
C6 HYDRO GLASS: bit.ly/C6HydroGlass
Coating maintenance products:
C6 MIST: bit.ly/C6Mist
CERAMIC GLOSS: bit.ly/CeramicGloss
QUICK BEADS: bit.ly/QuickBeads
Website: diydetail.com/
Podcast:bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcast
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[@gregdedrick2150]

The 8/3 stack is awesome. I prefoam my wife’s car and coating repels it off. Washes itself. So cool.

[@rooboy99]

Thanks for the great content Nick and Yvan. Really appreciate it guys

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks for watching!

[@OQDetailing]

Thanks for the in depth explanation as always!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@MyGuyKirby]

Very nice discussion and thanks Nick for adding the photos, lots of examples of results! Very impressed with everyone's application results.

[@diydetailofficial]

My pleasure!

[@rmachetti9717]

I am SO looking forward to this! I have done the 5-3 stack so far, and I am very pleased!

[@diydetailofficial]

Excellent!

[@archiepezek]

Another awesome podcast guys. It was cool to see my photo in the video. Thank you.

[@diydetailofficial]

Our pleasure!

[@freddydavila9031]

Ive been contemplating between the 8/3 stack and c6 hydro lite for a while now. I think this podcast has set me on the c6 hydro lite. Just have to get some paint chips and pdr done before I finish off my truck. Thank yall for the in depth explanation.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@raymondmurphy7314]

I always use ceramic gloss as a drying aid and love the smell

[@diydetailofficial]

Excellent

[@barrybinning3849]

The hydrol lite is the best , but what makes it so good is the hydrophobic properties and the durability. The diyi 8 is second , then the diy 3. What i like about each one is no matter which one you choose you still get that glossy look and the ceramic coatings can fit each persons budget.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@danlc95]

Just as I'm about to apply some coating!

[@diydetailofficial]

Enjoy

[@stevewood5255]

Oh yea! I used Ceramic Gloss after the Rinseless wash yesterday. Love the smell.

[@diydetailofficial]

Good to know!

[@Greg_P611]

Just curious but doesn’t the remaining surfactants & polymers left on the surface interfere with the ceramic gloss from bonding properly?

[@stevewood5255]

It did not on mine. Ive used it like this for about 8 months now. ​@Greg_P611

[@Greg_P611]

@@stevewood5255 thanks! It’s probably just another myth out there that we have to panel prep to remove surfactants before applying protective products

[@rooboy99]

Using Hydro lite for first time on Monday. Looking forward to the result

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.!

[@user-ut3lb5fd5c]

Awesome!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks!

[@404notfound.....]

Yesterday the red car with the DIY 5 year coating was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@oRedRaider]

THE GOOD STUFF!!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@MrKennyanders]

It would be cool to try the glass down here in South Louisiana with hurricane season, did Gtechnique some years back i month later here came the hurricane and 60-70 mph winds with rain and it was gone

[@diydetailofficial]

Definitely will last much longer

[@rutgermeurs6111]

Great Information. What coating would be preferred on a matte or satin paint. You said not to use the 5 & 3 stack in the podcast because it will gloss up. So 8 year coating, hydro lite or C6 Hydro for matte surfaces I suppose? And for campers/RVs/ boats the DIY 8 Year coating or in the future C6 Marine?

[@diydetailofficial]

All correct

[@Mark-yy2vw]

Will be getting mist as soon as it comes to the uk, just ordered the plastic restorer

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@maddenautomobiledetailing]

3 year graphene, easy on and off. High gloss ✨️

[@diydetailofficial]

They are all just as easy to apply

[@geirnaert]

Your red polishing pad and c6 app are now available in my country. Is a small polishing machine (Vonroc) 125 mm, 9mm stroke suitable for application the app?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@privacyrules]

Need the one that is best for dusty, hot conditions, where rain is minimal. I don't think any coating is truly anti-dust unfortunately, but if you ever make one, I will be all about it.

[@diydetailofficial]

C6 Ceramics Hydro Lite

[@privacyrules]

@@diydetailofficial because of its increased ability to flex? (high content of silicon nitride, is it?)

[@jeremytadeo6687]

Any updates on a restock for your drying blankets

[@diydetailofficial]

They are in customs after a nice ocean cruise from Korea

[@thiquelee]

I've tried 5/3 stack and 8/3 stack. I prefer the 5/3 for that gloss and it certainly has an interesting feel to it. It's almost "soft" if that makes any sense. Thanks for including my white Jeep. I just stripped the gyeon mohs evo off and put 5/3 on a few weeks ago haha.

[@rmachetti9717]

I agree, I love the 5/3 stack too.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@KostaPagoniou]

I wonder if 2 coats of the 5 year would provide more gloss than the 5/3 stack? Also I was considering Gyeon Pure Evo as it apparently has fantastic candy like gloss, which would have better gloss Gyeon Pure Evo or the 5/3 stack?

[@thiquelee]

​​@@KostaPagoniou 1st question: I don't believe 2 coats would do you much good for 5 year but if you're only doing one vehicle and don't want to buy 5 + 3 coatings then it might be worth a shot to do 2 coats if ya want. Haven't tried so can't confirm. 2nd question: Mohs Evo was easy to apply and was gorgeous in the sun as well. Easier to apply than 5 year imo (not that 5 was super difficult either but Mohs has a bleeding effect that was easy in my conditions). Mohs also doesn't have as long of a durability (3 years on 1 coat, 4 years at 2 coats) if you care about that. They both were amazingly glossy and slick. I couldn't say which is glossier but Mohs is a more clear "cool" candy look and if you slide your finger on the paint (if well maintained) it won't drag at all. First few washes after coating my wash pad flew off the paint. 5/3 is more of a deeper wet look and makes the clearcoat look thicker (if that makes sense) but just as smooth to touch as Mohs. Like I said tho it's slick but almost "softish" feeling. Hard to explain. I don't think you can go wrong imo. I would say depends on budget, preference for look, and durability claims. Mohs lasted 3 years on 1 coat for me in Wisconsin well maintained so id say worth the money. Can't say anything yet for diy 5/3 lasting

[@KostaPagoniou]

@@thiquelee thank you for the detailed response much appreciated. Having a white car I’m trying to maximise gloss and pop and it sounds like the 5/3 stack won’t disappoint

[@RichardsWorld]

I want to try a 8, 5, 3 stack. And maybe add C6 😊

[@diydetailofficial]

A little overkill

[@rmachetti9717]

What ceramic coating 32:02 would I put on my soft tonneau cover? Interior Ceramic?

[@diydetailofficial]

Correct

[@TheBreakfastLover]

Question about Interior Ceramic, does it actually block UV? From what I've read, exterior ceramic coatings don't actually block UV, but rather protect clear coat from oxidation, which in turn preserves the clear coat's ability to block UV.

[@diydetailofficial]

For DIY Detail Interior Ceramic Coating we have a heavy load of UV blockers, and protection against oxidation.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@diydetailofficial awesome!!

[@JPNoelPhD]

If you have a matte paint protection film on a red car and want to extend the life of the PPF do you recommend a 8/3 stack?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@opticalclaritydetailing]

Whats up everbody. Happy Friday, let the education begin.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@francisgorman8261]

U guys said that Mist doesnt mask the properties of the coting under it. So is cetamic gloss masking the coating under it ? Or is the besding gonan still come from the coating ?

[@diydetailofficial]

DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss is thick enough that the beading will come from DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss.

[@andrewkemp9445]

Is there a cheat sheet that we can download? With the basic pros for each coating? Would be great to show customers and discuss with them when choosing the coating best for them.

[@diydetailofficial]

Not at this time. As a professional don’t have more than 3 options.

[@kurtallen8754]

Does the ceramic glass coating leave any slight haze on the glass? My experience with glass coatings in the past is that they tended to leave a slight haze on the glass once applied.

[@diydetailofficial]

No

[@kennarihill8464]

I’m getting ready to apply the 8/3 stack but I don’t have a controlled environment to work in. During the 2hr waiting period between applying applications I’m afraid it way collect dust or pollen before applying the 3yr. What should I do if this happens?

[@diydetailofficial]

Dust off the panels with a fluffy dry MF towel.

[@neilbenzie3618]

I am away to use the diy gold standard system tomorrow for the first time but I have the flex 3401 and I hear is not really a good machine to use to get the best out of the pads and polish , so my question is if this is the only machine I have what speed would I best use it on for doing the cutting with the gold standard wool pad then with the waffle pad ?

[@diydetailofficial]

Speed 4-5

[@neilbenzie3618]

@@diydetailofficial perfect 😊 thank you for your reply . Will you be shipping your da polisher to the uk ?

[@behnamhp5898]

How’s hydrophobic of 8/3 stack? Compared to c6 lite

[@diydetailofficial]

Close but not as good

[@jacobmccredie6525]

Does the 8 year coating last as long on gelcoat (boats) compared to vehicles? My experience has been boat ceramic coatings only last 2 seasons at most

[@diydetailofficial]

Water abrasion is what removes the coating

[@thierry3330]

Ho yeah!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@MyGuyKirby]

Could any of the ceramic coating from DIY be used on private aircraft? Assuming the surfaces are painted and not pure aluminum (metal then is okay?)?

[@diydetailofficial]

Correct, but not on composite aircraft

[@lloyddavis5523]

Can I coat 1 panel per day. Due to my health, I don't have the energy and want to polished the panel with the gold standard, then do the 3-5 stack. Can you advise, please

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@mariosantiago8931]

@DIY Detail, Good day, I ask, can I mix the 8 and 5 year layer, or is it not convincing, that is, there are no improvements? Will it always be 8 and 3 years, 5 and 3 years? I hope you can guide...

[@diydetailofficial]

8/5 is not something that will give you additional performance.

[@mariosantiago8931]

@@diydetailofficial Thanks you!

[@alvin3502]

Which coating is the best for light coloured cars like white and silver?

[@diydetailofficial]

There’s no best

[@mkain239]

Which is more water spot resistant the 3yr or hydro lite?

[@diydetailofficial]

DIY Detail 3 year

[@andrewkennedy9704]

Will you be coming out with a diamomd gloss lite?

[@diydetailofficial]

Possibly

[@andrewkennedy9704]

@@diydetailofficial can't wait.

[@jfarm_1311]

For the everyday driver outside 365 would the 8/3 or lite be “tougher” for all the elements?

[@diydetailofficial]

8/3 a little tougher, but C6 Ceramics Hydro Lite has better self cleaning.

[@jfarm_1311]

@@diydetailofficial ok thanks. Vehicle will be washed 3-4x per month. Didn’t know which would hold up better to the abrasion, bugs and salt in winter

[@justindomenic369]

Is one 30ml bottle of hydro lite sufficient for a half ton truck?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@alvin3502]

Which one is the glossiest? 5 year, 5+3 year, 8+3 year or hydro lite?

[@diydetailofficial]

5/3 for pure gloss

[@chuckgardify]

Can you put a coating on ppf film

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@malachi2371]

C6 Lite…does it look like 3/5/ or 8, or a stack combo?

[@diydetailofficial]

It is glossy with amazing hydrophobic

[@MrJSIW]

Hey guys. I’m in the Bay Area. How can I find a pro installer for C6?

[@diydetailofficial]

Email [e-mail]

[@bayareatech]

My business is out of the East Bay Area, and I am a C6 installer.

[@MrJSIW]

@@bayareatech I’ll reach out. What’s the name I should search on Google?

[@gorangjergjek234]

Can I coat car (stack) with your coating outside?

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@drmikeyb1]

Ok I'm curious please help me out guys, I don't have a garage I have a shed I park under. I have a new 2024 Ram power wagon 2500. I want to baby this truck but doesn't the product need to cure in a controlled environment. Long time no talk to Nick.

[@diydetailofficial]

No need to worry about that. DIY and C6 Ceramics coatings are ready to drive/get wet in an hour

[@drmikeyb1]

@@diydetailofficial awsome, if you noticed I mentioned this is a new vehicle with 500 miles on it. Do you take questions personally or do I need to list them here. I just want to make sure I do all the steps correctly. Thank you for your help.

[@404notfound.....]

Good day one @ all

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@Burtannia]

So do I understand correctly that applying Ceramic Gloss etc. on top of a coating is a bad idea because then you get the characteristics of Ceramic Gloss rather than the underlying coating?

[@diydetailofficial]

Depends on the coating

[@Burtannia]

@@diydetailofficial I'd look to see more of a deep dive into the chemistry of this and in what situations "toppers" are beneficial.

[@gtileo]

​@@Burtanniawhy should that make a difference, either way you have a coating on your paint to protect it. Once there ceramic gloss is gone then you still have your coating, it's a win win. Just use it and don't over think it. Or wash with a rinseless wash or use rinseless wash as your drying aid. Slightly higher rinseless wash content then you'd use to wash since you already have water on your paint and just dry it. It's only a car, and for most of us, it's daily driven

[@barrybinning3849]

Would my ceramic diy 5 coating go to waste if i don’t wash it after a week . I have so much work to do that not enough time to do mine

[@diydetailofficial]

No, but wash it at least every 2 weeks

[@barrybinning3849]

@@diydetailofficial ok , because there was bird dumpings on the roof and it was in the hot sun then we had a down poor and i was stressed it could have ruined the coating. O have a lot of house projects. Busy with one.

[@barrybinning3849]

So i need to wash it with in the next week or so . I might just crack at it today after the project. Can i use rinsless wash on it then dry it with diy plush towels. .

[@barrybinning3849]

@@diydetailofficial Thank You!

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes

[@waltabelai7297]

can you stack 5 year with c6?

[@diydetailofficial]

No benefits

[@neovisual633]

Funny the video came out a few hours after I ordered the Hydro Lite 😂

[@diydetailofficial]

Good choice

[@user-kr8lb7nz5d]

Which one is best coating for PPF

[@diydetailofficial]

All

[@user-kr8lb7nz5d]

@@diydetailofficial Even c6 hydro lite

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Ready

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@Burtannia]

Has anyone tried the 8-5 stack?

[@Maaaaaax-07]

Pretty sure, they're saying that it's useless to do that

[@diydetailofficial]

Not a good idea, you won’t get any additional performance

[@HoosierDaddyDetailing]

Does anyone else think Nick looks similar to a young Jerry Seinfeld? 🤔

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks

[@KostaPagoniou]

Is the diy detail 5 yr coating more glossy than the c6 hydro lite?

[@diydetailofficial]

On par

[@KostaPagoniou]

Thank you