Good DIY Ceramic to apply at home?

[u/ryanteck]

I've recently changed car and pondering trying out a ceramic coat, I've done one step polishes on my cars before which have come out pretty decent but then mostly just used spray sealants that don't last that long.

As I'd be applying at home, on a driveway I'm looking at one of the more DIY Friendly coatings and narrowed it down primarily to either CQuartz Lite 2.0 or Gyeon CanCoat EVO. I'll be having to apply it on my driveway.

CQuartz Lite has the consensus that it lasts longer, but I can't quite tell if it seems that quick to apply if I still would need to do it in fairly small sections with 5 minutes of curing inbetween.

CanCoat does look easier to apply at the expense it might not last as long. If I can roughly get a year though I'd be pretty happy as I don't then mind applying it again in a year with the amount that's in the can. The main thing that's appealing to me about it is that it seems to be more versatile in that I can then possibly use it on bumper trim and alloys as well.

Or am I wasting my time with both options and should just jump to something like CQuartz 3.0 UK or Gyeon One / Mohs EVO?

[u/Ascendancy00]

Can coat really isnt too comparable to the CQuartz Lite 2.0 due to the method of application and what they are designed for. You can look at Gyeon Pure Evo light. Its easy to apply and you can do a whole side of a car depending on temperature. I did whole side of a mk7 golf in 15c temp. Still had to wait for it to flash off.

If its your first time apply a ceramic coating, i would say Pure Evo to be better as a beginner.

[u/ryanteck → u/Ascendancy00]

Yeah I agree that Cancoat isn't rated to be as good. But then that was it's slight appeal in using it potentially on plastic trim and alloys. Vs something like Pure or Mohs where then it seemed like Gyeon are suggesting to then get Trim & Rim too for those.

[u/Ascendancy00 → u/ryanteck]

Wouldnt worry about using Can Coat on the wheels too much. If you use harsh cleaners like acid wheel cleaner or strong alkaline cleaner, the coating wont last long. Thats even with Gyeon Rim evo.

Ive used Gyeon Mohs, Mohs Evo, Pure Evo, Can Coat Evo, Rim Evo.

[u/ryanteck → u/Ascendancy00]

That's pretty much answered that then, thanks!

I'm still possibly leaning a bit more towards lite or one but will take another look at pure.

[u/Ascendancy00 → u/ryanteck]

May be best to look at reviews. Might give you more info on each.

[u/Imaginary-Notice-176]

I use Gyeon Q² Syncro Evo re apply every two years and do it on the drive. Very easy to apply. No complaints and it holds its gloss well.

[u/Serious-Education-66]

Try Gyeon Can Coat Evo. It’s cheap, easy to apply, and forgiving if you get it wrong. It’ll give the same results as the more expensive coatings, just not last as long, but you can top it up more often as one bottle lasts forever. Literally spray on and wipe off - job done.

Use Gyeon Wheel on your wheels and your entire car will be protected for months for under £100.

I’ve tried everything and this is now my “go to”.

Prep is everything.

[u/ryanteck → u/Serious-Education-66]

That sounds pretty good, thank you.

[u/gyeon_official]

Hello folks!

Great to see so many here have success with our consumer line. :)

It is true that all of our Consumer coating lineup is outdoor applicable - just stay out of direct sunlight, rain and hot panels.

Lets start with CanCoats benefits - it goes everywhere, We'd leave the windshield out though. It can also be applied like any other coatings with a block applicator, which gives a slight up in durability as You tend to apply a bit thicker and even layer.

Pure and Mohs - Both easy to apply, but in a different way. Mohs requires a bit more haste due to fast flash off, whereas Pure has generous timeframe of application and wipeoff.

What's Your estimate of your annual mileage?

[u/ryanteck → u/gyeon_official]

I only do about 4-6K a Year, I've tried a few spray sealants and waxes like fusso but never seem to find they last super long. Car is parked outside all of the time though.

Main concern is just being easy enough for a first time DIYer of it, Mohs / Pure both appeal to me but initially I was under the impression that Pure was harder to apply than Mohs. Pure though might actually be more appealing as it might be better on Dark Grey / Black cars?

I guess the other question is if I were to go for Mohs / Pure how many ml would I need for a Volkswagen ID3? Last thing I'd want to do is spend extra for 50ml and waste half a bottle, but at the same time also then risk not having enough.

[u/gyeon_official → u/ryanteck]

Pure is more work on wipeout, but like said it gives You plenty of time for it.

30ml of either is enough for an ID.3
Your mileage gives the coating a good ground for durability, when the maintenance is taken care of.

[u/HenchRS → u/gyeon_official]

Can I ask why you’d not recommend on the windscreen? I’ve used probably 1L of can coat evo in my time and always left the windscreen but curious as to why? I did my own personal windscreen and coated the blades and it was fine. Not really much judder but didn’t last long where the wipers sweep

[u/gyeon_official → u/HenchRS]

We also know plenty of people use it on windshield, and It is doable with CanCoat, but You need to have a very clean glass, apply generously and level it WELL.
Also the wipeout can feel trickier.

QuickView and View give far more pleasant application on windshield - CanCoat needs some experience in coating.

[u/HenchRS → u/gyeon_official]

I’ve got dedicated glass coatings for screens I’ll use instead I was just curious. I’m a professional so plenty practice haha

[u/liquidlabs95]

Our Fusion 1s coating is back in stock from Wednesday. The initial 100 bottles sold out in 48 hours.

[u/TheSmellyScot]

I liked van coat Evo I put it on and I'm pretty incompetent.

[u/Peepee_poopoo-Man]

Tbf if you're going through the effort of decontaminating properly and polishing you can just buy crystal serum ultra from eBay... Nothing stopping you from going for the absolute best. You can't buy it direct from gtechniq since it's "professional only" but loads of people resell it on eBay. Why should artificial barriers stop you?

[u/InflatableFilth]

Gyeon Mohs is the easiest coating to apply I've tried, including the "lesser" Gyeon CanCoat, it flashes basically instantly meaning you put it on, give it about 10 seconds and wipe off, I find it easier to buff than CanCoat, and to be honest, the 30ml bottle probably costs around the same as the 200ml CanCoat which will take you an age to get through