Lasting Shine Without the Weekly Wax
Professional Ceramic Coating in Elm Grove, WI
Full XPEL Stealth Package
The Full XPEL Stealth Package delivers complete whole vehicle coverage in a durable matte film, making it the strongest available option for a factory matte vehicle or a gloss vehicle being fully converted to a matte finish. It is a popular choice for owners who want a total transformation along with the same rock chip and scratch resistance found across our other film packages.
Starting At:
$6,500
Long Lasting Shine Made Simple
A ceramic coating from Exquisite Auto Spa gives an Elm Grove vehicle a deep, glass like shine while making everyday maintenance far easier. Our team bonds a hydrophobic layer to the paint, wheels, glass, and trim, so water beads and rolls off instead of sitting and drying into spots. Rather than chasing a fresh wax every few weeks, owners get a finish that resists everyday grime and stands up to sun exposure for years at a time.
The result is a vehicle that looks freshly washed for far longer between visits to the shop, even through a full Wisconsin winter of road salt and slush. Because the coating bonds directly to the surface rather than sitting on top the way a traditional wax does, it holds up to regular washing without breaking down after just a few weeks. Most owners notice the biggest difference the first time they wash the car themselves, when dirt and grime rinse away in a fraction of the usual time.
Packages
Our Ceramic Coating Packages
Fusion Plus Classic Package
Starting At:
$1,400
A great fit for shorter term ownership or leased vehicles, and for owners who plan to renew their paint and coating on a regular cycle.
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Single layer of XPEL Fusion Plus Classic ceramic coating on all exterior paint
- Single layer of XPEL wheel ceramic coating on wheel faces
- Single layer of XPEL glass ceramic coating on all automotive glass
- Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
- Headlights and taillights coated
- Up to 4 years of coating durability
- Includes manufacturer warranty coverage
Fusion Plus Premium Package
Starting At:
$1,800
This upgraded package includes up to 8 years of coating durability, nearly double the Classic package.
Ideal for owners who want the best coating available and superior long term performance.
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Single layer of XPEL Fusion Plus Premium ceramic coating on all exterior paint
- Single layer of XPEL wheel ceramic coating on wheel faces
- Single layer of XPEL glass ceramic coating on all automotive glass
- Exterior vinyl and plastics coated
- Headlights and taillights coated
- Up to 8 years of coating durability
- Includes manufacturer warranty coverage
Wheels Off Ceramic Coating Package
Starting At:
$500
Our Wheels-Off Ceramic Coating service provides complete protection for your wheels and brake calipers using XPEL FUSION PLUS Wheel & Caliper Ceramic Coating. Each wheel is carefully removed, allowing us to thoroughly clean and prepare the wheel faces, inner barrels, and brake calipers.
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Full wheel and barrel ceramic coating, wheels removed for complete coverage
- Painted brake calipers coated as well
XPEL Fusion Plus Glass Coating
Starting At:
$99
Full Vehicle Starting at:
$199
XPEL FUSION PLUS Glass Ceramic Coating creates a clear, hydrophobic layer on your vehicle’s exterior glass. Its slick surface repels water and helps prevent dirt, bugs, road grime, and other contaminants from bonding firmly to the glass.
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Glass cleaned, lightly polished, and prepped
- XPEL Fusion Plus Glass ceramic coating applied to windshield or full vehicle glass
Spring and Summer
Built for Wisconsin Weather
Why Local Climate Makes Coating Worth It
Weather plays a bigger role in coating performance than most owners expect. Wisconsin cycles through some demanding conditions for a vehicle's finish, and a ceramic coating has to hold up through all of them, not just the easy months.
Winter Conditions
Wisconsin's freeze thaw cycles put a lot of stress on exposed paint, since road salt, sand, and de icing chemicals sit on the surface for months at a time. A coated vehicle sheds that residue far more easily during a wash, which means less time spent scrubbing at the end of winter and less risk of fine scratches from repeated aggressive cleaning.
Spring and Summer
Summer brings its own challenge in the form of prolonged UV exposure, which a coating helps the paint resist far better than bare clear coat exposed to direct sun day after day. Longer daylight hours mean more time spent parked outdoors, and that steady sun exposure is exactly the kind of everyday wear a coating is built to handle.
Our team walks every client through aftercare before they leave, covering which soaps and towels work best on a coated surface and how often to expect a maintenance wash. Following that guidance is the single biggest factor in how long a coating performs at its best, more so than the specific package chosen.
Setting the Record Straight
Common Ceramic Coating Myths
Myth: It Makes a Car Scratchproof
Ceramic coating is a hard, glass like layer, but it will not stop a rock chip or a deep scratch from a careless wash mitt. It is best thought of as a barrier against everyday grime and light swirl marks, not a suit of armor.
Myth: One Application Lasts Forever
Every coating has a real lifespan. Our packages range from about 4 to 8 years of durability depending on the tier, and that clock starts the day the coating is applied, not whenever an owner happens to notice it fading.
Myth: You Never Have to Wash Your Car Again
A coating makes washing faster and easier, since dirt and grime rinse away with less scrubbing, but it does not eliminate the need for regular washing. Skipping washes still lets contaminants build up on top of the coating over time.
Hydrophobic Properties
Increased Gloss
A ceramic coating also deepens the paint's natural gloss, giving the finish a wet, glass like look that holds up long after a fresh wax would have faded. Because the coating bonds directly to the clear coat rather than sitting on top of it, that extra depth and reflectivity sticks around through months of regular washing instead of disappearing after the first few trips through a car wash.
Beneath the Shine
The Real Selling Points of Ceramic Coating
A ceramic coating brings more to a vehicle than just a fresh look on install day. Once it is applied, Elm Grove owners notice a handful of specific, tangible changes in how their vehicle looks and behaves day to day. Here is what actually changes once the coating goes on.
Hydrophobic Properties
The hydrophobic surface is often the first thing owners notice after a ceramic coating. Water beads up and rolls off the paint instead of sitting flat and drying into spots, which means dirt, bugs, and road grime have a much harder time sticking in the first place. For Elm Grove drivers, that translates into faster, easier washes and noticeably less scrubbing to get the same clean result.
Increased Gloss
A ceramic coating also deepens the paint's natural gloss, giving the finish a wet, glass like look that holds up long after a fresh wax would have faded. Because the coating bonds directly to the clear coat rather than sitting on top of it, that extra depth and reflectivity sticks around through months of regular washing instead of disappearing after the first few trips through a car wash.
UV Resistance
Wisconsin's long summer days put a lot of UV exposure on a vehicle's finish, and that exposure is one of the main reasons an unprotected clear coat eventually looks dull or oxidized. A ceramic coating resists that fading far better than bare paint, helping the color and gloss stay consistent season after season.
Getting the Most Out of Your Coating
Preparation matters just as much as the coating itself. Before any package goes on, the vehicle goes through a Level 1 correction pass to smooth out light surface imperfections in the clear coat. That step matters because a coating locks in whatever condition the paint is in underneath it, so starting with the cleanest possible surface gives the best long term result. It is one of the reasons Elm Grove clients trust the same shop for both the correction and the coating rather than splitting the job between two different providers.
Maintaining a ceramic coating is simple, but it does call for a few adjustments to a normal wash routine. Stick to pH neutral soap and microfiber wash mitts, avoid automatic car washes with brushes that can introduce fine scratches, and dry the surface with a clean microfiber towel rather than letting it air dry. Many Elm Grove clients pair their coating with a Full Detailing appointment beforehand to make sure the surface is fully clean before the coating goes on, and add Paint Protection Film to the panels that see the most road debris for a more complete layer of coverage.
Ceramic Coating FAQ
Common Questions About Ceramic Coating
How long does a ceramic coating last?
Depending on the package, the coatings applied at Exquisite Auto Spa are rated for up to 4 or up to 8 years of durability.
Do I still need to wash my car after ceramic coating?
A ceramic coating makes washing easier and helps the vehicle stay cleaner longer, but regular washing is still recommended to keep the surface performing at its best.
Is ceramic coating the same as paint protection film?
Ceramic coating is a hydrophobic layer applied over existing paint, while paint protection film is a physical layer of material applied to the surface. Many owners use both together.
How long does the appointment take?
Most ceramic coating packages take approximately 1 to 2 days, with the glass only and wheels off packages completed in a single day or less.
Does the coating cover the wheels and glass too?
Every package includes coating for the wheel faces and all automotive glass in addition to the exterior paint.
