What Is It
The Coating We Always Wanted
Carbon is the dream realized. We set the bar way too high (seriously, our chemist laughed at us) and it absolutely crushed it. Achieving that meant stacking the formula with an exceptionally high-solids SiO₂ resin system and reactive silanes, curing into a dense ceramic shell that shields against harsh chemicals, UV rays, and the grind of everyday driving for up to 60,000 miles, equal to 5 years of normal use.
But, protection is only half the story. Gloss is the other half. Carbon transforms paint with a level of clarity and depth that makes colors look liquid and metallic flake glow like the sun. The finish is slick to the touch, hydrophobic to the extreme, and features self-cleaning properties that keep your car looking cleaner for longer. Imagine getting a car wash just from the rain.
While Carbon’s chemistry was built to meet professional standards, it was designed for everyone. Flashing is consistent, wipe-off is smooth, and application is straightforward. The results deliver the finish we always wanted for our own cars.
What It Does Best
Every coating claims to do it all. Ours has a focus. Carbon was specifically engineered to push gloss to the absolute limit. A shine that looks liquid under sunlight. Slickness that feels like butter, and hydrophobics that make water beading perfection were calculated byproducts. Everything else, from chemical resistance to self-cleaning, was tuned to support that goal: too much gloss. It’s not just about lasting longer, it’s about looking better and cleaner long after your last wash.
How to apply it
You’re probably expecting this to be complicated. It’s actually easy as sh#%
PREP THE SURFACE - Preparing the surface is the key to getting the best from Carbon. Wash, decon (iron remover and clay). Polish if needed.
PRIME AND APPLY - For your first section, prime your applicator with two lines of Carbon. For every section after, you’ll only need one line. Work in an overlapping crosshatch pattern (left-to-right, then up-and-down) in small 2' × 2' sections.
WAIT FOR THE FLASH - After each section, let the coating sit for 1–3 minutes, depending on temperature and humidity. Watch for a subtle rainbowing or “oil on water” effect. That’s your cue to level.
LEVEL AND BUFF - Use a pearl weave towel to level the coating in circular motions, then follow immediately with a plush microfiber to buff to perfection. It should feel smooth and leave no streaks. If it’s tacky, you’re probably using too much.
LET IT CURE - Keep the surface dry for at least 24 hours. It’s safe to drive after 2 hours, but hold off on washing or applying anything else for 7 days. Want a second layer? Apply after 2 hours, but it’s totally not necessary
Pro Tips for a Flawless Install
A little prep goes a long way. Here's how to get the most out of Carbon
- Don’t coat a dirty car.
Fully decontaminate your paint, it's easy and vital. For the absolute best gloss, polish out any swirls or haze first. The coating will still bond and protect without correction, but what you see is what you lock in. - Do a proper panel wipe.
After polishing, use a dedicated panel prep to remove oils. IPA works in a pinch, but a true panel wipe, like Slate, will help Carbon bond to the paint better. - Avoid direct sun or hot panels.
It might flash too fast and leave high spots. Shade is your friend. - Test your flash time.
Humidity and temp change everything. Coat a small section first, time it, then go panel by panel. - Less is more. Seriously.
If leveling is tough or feels grabby, you probably used too much. Make it easier on yourself and dial it back - Check your work under good lighting.
High spots hide in the shadows. A quick scan with a handheld light or sunlight reveals all. - Take your time. There’s no rush. You’re not at a speed-dating event, you’re coating your car.
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