{"product_id":"ceramic-coating","title":"Vortek Ceramic Coating","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.vp{--o:#ff6500;--m:#c7c7c7;max-width:1100px;margin:auto;overflow:hidden;border-radius:24px;background:#090909;color:#fff!important;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.65}.vp *{box-sizing:border-box}.vp section{padding:56px 24px}.vp .alt{background:#121212;border-top:1px solid #292929;border-bottom:1px solid #292929}.vp .label{display:block;width:100%;text-align:center;color:#ff8a24!important;font-size:12px;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:1.6px;text-transform:uppercase}.vp h2,.vp h3,.vp h4,.vp strong,.vp summary{color:#fff!important}.vp h2,.vp h3{text-align:center}.vp h2{font-size:44px;line-height:1.05;text-transform:uppercase}.vp h3{font-size:32px}.vp h2 span,.vp h3 span{color:var(--o)!important}.vp p{color:var(--m)!important}.vp .lead{max-width:760px;margin:auto;text-align:center;font-size:18px}.vp .grid,.vp .reviews{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr));gap:16px;max-width:980px;margin:28px auto 0}.vp .card,.vp .use,.vp .review{padding:22px;border:1px solid #2c2c2c;border-radius:17px;background:#151515}.vp .icon{display:grid;width:48px;height:48px;margin-bottom:12px;place-items:center;border-radius:14px;background:rgba(255,101,0,.14);color:var(--o)!important;font-weight:900}.vp .stars{color:#ff8a24!important;font-size:15px;letter-spacing:2px;margin-bottom:6px;display:block}.vp table{width:100%;max-width:850px;margin:auto;border-collapse:collapse}.vp th,.vp td{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #292929;text-align:left}.vp th{width:38%;background:#151515}.vp td{background:#0d0d0d;color:#c5c5c5}.vp .uses{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,minmax(0,1fr));gap:14px;max-width:980px;margin:28px auto 0}.vp details{max-width:850px;margin:0 auto 10px;border:1px solid #2b2b2b;border-radius:14px;background:#121212}.vp summary{padding:18px}.vp .answer{padding:0 18px 18px;color:#bdbdbd}.vp .cta{text-align:center}.vp .cta-box{max-width:650px;margin:26px auto 0;padding:23px;border-radius:18px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#ff7600,#db4300)}@media(max-width:760px){.vp section{padding:44px 17px}.vp h2{font-size:33px}.vp h3{font-size:27px}.vp .lead{font-size:15px}.vp .grid,.vp .reviews,.vp .uses{grid-template-columns:1fr}.vp th,.vp td{display:block;width:100%}}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"vp\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eA Protective Finish That Makes Washing Easier\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBetter Gloss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasier To Keep Clean.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eWax wears off quickly and leaves paint exposed to UV, water spots, and road grime. Vortek Ceramic Coating bonds to compatible prepared paintwork to create a harder, more durable surface layer — enhancing gloss, encouraging water to bead off, and making routine washing noticeably easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"max-width:760px;margin:18px auto 0;text-align:center;color:#c7c7c7\"\u003e\n✓ Enhances gloss on properly prepared paintwork\u003cbr\u003e\n✓ Water beads and rolls off the treated surface\u003cbr\u003e\n✓ Makes routine washing faster and easier\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eThe Problem It Solves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWax protects paint for weeks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA ceramic coating lasts significantly longer when applied correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eTraditional wax provides a short-term shine but breaks down quickly under UV exposure, rain, and washing. Ceramic coating bonds to the paint surface at a chemical level, creating a more durable protective layer that holds up better over time — reducing how often you need to reapply protection and making each wash faster because dirt and water have less to grip onto.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmoother maintenance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA glossier, better-protected finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDeeper Gloss On Prepared Paint\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplied correctly to clean, decontaminated paintwork, the coating enhances depth and gloss — giving the paint a richer, more finished appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e↻\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWater Beads And Rolls Off\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hydrophobic surface causes water to form beads that roll off the paint — taking light dirt with it and reducing water spots after rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWashing Takes Less Effort\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirt has less to grip onto a coated surface, so it rinses off more easily and the paint stays cleaner for longer between washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe details that\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomotive ceramic coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGloss enhancement and protective surface treatment for compatible paintwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual panel-by-panel application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable Surface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible cured automotive clear-coat paintwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePreparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean, dry, decontaminated, and wax-free surface required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs shown in product images\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtect the finish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eafter proper paint preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"uses\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"use\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e01\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNewer Paint\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect a fresh or recently corrected finish with a longer-lasting layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"use\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e02\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePost-Polish Protection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply after paint correction to lock in the result and protect the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"use\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e03\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWeekend Detailing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a more durable finishing step to your regular detailing routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"use\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e04\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePre-Sale Preparation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImprove water beading and gloss before listing the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eCustomer Feedback\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat customers love\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eabout it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviews\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"stars\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Polished the car first, then applied this panel by panel in the shade. The water beading is genuinely impressive — rain just rolls straight off. Paint looks deeper too.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarren Terblanche — Centurion, Gauteng • Verified Purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"stars\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Took my time working section by section and the result is a really clean, glossy finish. Washing the car is noticeably easier now. Good product for the price.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefilwe Mokoena — Soweto, Gauteng • Verified Purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"stars\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Used it as a finishing step after a full polish on my Golf. The shine is excellent and it’s been three months with no sign of fading. Very happy with the result.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClaudia Steenkamp — Stellenbosch, Western Cape • Verified Purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEverything you need\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto know.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it remove scratches?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eNo. Paint defects, swirl marks, and scratches must be corrected before applying the coating. The coating protects the surface — it does not repair it.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it be applied over wax?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eNo. Remove all wax, oils, and contamination before application so the coating can bond correctly to the paint surface.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it be applied in direct sunlight?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eApply to cool paint in a shaded, controlled area. Hot paint causes the product to cure too quickly and may result in high spots or uneven bonding.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long does it last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eDurability depends on preparation quality, application technique, environmental conditions, and how the vehicle is maintained. Follow the product guidance rather than relying on a fixed time claim.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it be used on matte or satin paint?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eAvoid matte or satin finishes unless compatibility is specifically confirmed. Ceramic coatings designed for gloss paint will alter the appearance of matte surfaces.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhen can the car get wet after application?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eFollow the curing period stated in the product instructions before exposing the surface to water, rain, or washing.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"cta\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eProtect The Paint. Make Washing Easier.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrepare it properly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply it carefully. Enjoy the result.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#c7c7c7;max-width:600px;margin:0 auto 8px\"\u003eThe Vortek Ceramic Coating is a practical finishing step for any vehicle with properly prepared paintwork — better gloss, better water beading, and easier maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVortek Ceramic Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloss · Water beading · Easier washing — for compatible prepared paintwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vortek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46153348579514,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/2848\/3514\/files\/IMG-6696.png?v=1785101896","url":"https:\/\/vortek.co.za\/products\/ceramic-coating","provider":"Vortek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}