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Graphene Coating Vs Ceramic Coating: Which Is Best For Your Car?

• Graphene coating is essentially ceramic coating with additional Graphene Oxide particles along with a high-gloss polymer top coat
• Graphene coating is harder, more durable, more hydrophobic and slicker
• Graphene coating is recommended for high-value vehicles
• It is also suitable for cars likely to be exposed to harsh environments

Introduction To Graphene Coating

Ceramic coatings made their debut in the early 2010s and quickly gained popularity as a reliable solution for protecting automotive paintwork. Since their introduction, ceramic coatings have undergone continuous development, with advancements in formulation and application techniques. 

For car lovers, ceramic coatings are now established as a trusted option for enhancing the durability and aesthetics of car surfaces. Now, the emergence of Graphene coatings represents the next step in this evolutionary journey, pushing the boundaries of paint protection technology even further.

In this article, we will explore the characteristics of graphene coatings, outline their specific advantages, and help you determine which kind of coating is most suitable for your vehicle.

What is Graphene?

Without getting too technical, graphene is a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice. It is incredibly thin, measuring just one atom thick. Its incredible physical properties make it harder than diamond, more elastic than rubber and 100-300 times stronger than steel. It is also the lightest known material, weighing approximately 0.77 milligrams per square meter.

What is Graphene Coating?

Modern Graphene coatings use the same silica formulations, also known as silica or quartz, found in ceramic coatings but with graphene particles suspended throughout the formulation. 

So is Graphene Coating different from Ceramic Coating?

A brand’s ceramic and graphene coating base formulations are generally very similar. However, the addition of graphene particles significantly alters the properties of the new formulation and gives it some decisive advantages.

Similarities Between Ceramic Coating And Graphene Coating

Ceramic and graphene coatings both offer enhanced protection and numerous benefits.

Both:

1. Provide additional protection against UV rays and fading
2. Provide resistance to damaging environmental chemicals
3. Have hydrophobic properties that repel water and dirt
4. Increase the gloss and shine of the car’s top coat
5. Make your car easier to clean and its paint easier to maintain

So, what additional benefits does Graphene Coating deliver?

Graphene Coating’s Advantages Over Ceramic Coating

The addition of graphene to a coating’s formulation gives it seven major advantages.

1. Harder than ceramic coating
2. Anti-static properties
3. High water contact angle
4. Greater flexibility
5. Unsurpassed durability
6. Greater adherence to the car’s top coat
7. Creates a stunning reflection

Graphene Coatings are currently the best of ceramic coatings in the market
However, if you want nothing short of a premium solution that elevates your vehicle protection, then Graphene ceramic coating is undoubtedly the best choice!
Below are some more reasons for choosing Graphene over ceramic coating.