Redoing Your Hulls? You Should Read This First
For people in the vessel detailing industry, the difference between wax, sealant & ceramic coating are so staggering, it’s almost impossible to mistake either of them for each other. But for some who are trying to understand what’s the best product to put on your boat, they’re all the same. The only difference being the price range.
With ceramic coating being the most taxing, procedure-wise & cost-wise, it’s no wonder you would be wary of it at first. The end result all look the same, why should you pick the most expensive option out of all that you’re offered?
Antifouling Ceramic Coating for Vessels?
Well if you’ve been following IGL Coatings marine tips, you may have read here that by 2020 more countries will start banning the use of copper in antifouling paint. This means you have about 1 more year to find eco-friendly alternatives.
There are of course alternatives to antifouling paint, namely by constantly washing your boat, keeping your boat off water when not in season, or just use antifouling ceramic coating that is not toxic to the environment and yourself.
But how do you choose the alternatives? You want it to work well & be of value in the long term. That’s why we’re here to show you why antifouling ceramic coating is your best choice.
Proof is in the Coating
Talk is cheap, so you should watch some of our favorite videos on Youtube & watch the end result for yourself. And if you’re curious for more, you can find us here!
What’s So Special About Ceramic Coating?
A lotta things. It lasts 12x longer, it saves washing time by 1/2, it’s 10x more effective against weather, 70% reduction in contaminant adherence (like scum), 90% less need to use harsh chemical wash, retains 90% of the original gloss & increases the paint hardness by up to 200%! We’ll explain more down below.
1. Lasts 12 times longer
Ceramic coating last 12 times longer than traditional wax or sealant. Considering a layer of wax may last around 1 month, you’ll need to reapply it 12 times a year. And sealants last about 6 months, so that’s twice a year that you’ll have to come back to the shop for reapplication. When you use IGL Coatings ecocoat marine, it can last up to 2 years! (subject to maintenance).
2. Saves 1/2 washing time
Ceramic coating cuts down cleaning time by half. That’s less portion of a Sunday you need to dedicate to washing your boat. That’s also a shorter time spent cleaning up after the seagulls passed by. IGL Coatings ecoclean wash is perfect for the job when cleaning coated vessels.
3. 10X effective against any weather
With 10 times more efficiency in combating harsh weather & foreign elements, your boat is protected all seasons long with ceramic coating. Hot sun glaring down in summer? Ceramic coating fights UV rays. Salt water & exhaust fumes? IGL Coatings ecocoat window repels water, oil & dirt.
4. 70% reduction in contaminant adherence
Ceramic coating reduces adherence, making your boat easy to be washed off. Parked at the pier & got seagull droppings? Exhaust fumes kissed the boat side? When you ceramic coat your car, it reduces the adherence of these contaminants & allow easier wash off. Just a spritz of IGL Coatings ecoshine paint can easily lift the contaminant & allows you to get it off in one wipe.
5. 90% less usage of harsh chemical
Because ceramic coating allows easier contaminant removal, it also means that you don’t need to use harsh chemicals when cleaning. Just a quick soaping up & hosing down the whole vessel can already remove most of the debris. IGL Coatings ecoclean iron does the job perfectly for when you’re dealing with rust dust.
6. Retains 90% of original gloss
Vessels that leave the showroom shine like no other because they’re still fresh out of the paint shop. But after years down the salty waves & acidic rain, the paint will begin to look dull. That’s why IGL Coatings ecocoat marine is a popular choice. It retains the initial gloss that you love from the first day you got your boat.
7. Increases paint hardness by up to 200%
To put simply, paint’s hardness are measured by pencil hardness. You can read more here. Pencil hardness range from 1B to 10H and the number next to the letter is the hardness of the pencil needed to put a scratch in the surface of your vessel paint. Original paint is generally soft, ranging from 2-4H that can be easily marred with micro marring. You’ll see them easily when under the sun. IGL Coatings ecocoat marine helps to reduce micro marring by increasing the paint hardness up to 200%.
And What’s So Special About IGL Coatings?
So you’re hooked by the benefits of ceramic coating. Or maybe you’re already halfway interested & just needed the extra push. Surely you’ve done your research & heard about some of the brands that offer marine coating. So here are 6 reasons you should choose IGL Coatings.
1. Experienced detailers
Not just anyone can proudly wave the IGL Coatings flag in their shop. Accredited detailers who want to become a flagship store must have experience of coating more than 100 vehicles. And to be part of the IGL Coatings panels, accredited detailers must have at least 1 year of detailing experience before undergoing a training session.
2. Durability & warranty
To prove that we’re not all hat & no cattle, warranties are provided by the detailers with every ceramic coating job (subject to terms and conditions). Aside from ensuring that our accredited detailers are responsible for all of their work, it is also an ease of mind for you.
3. Scheduled maintenance
Seasons change & so do contaminants that fly down from the sky. This month could be bird poop, next month could be acid rain. To ensure that the ceramic coating is constantly protecting your boat, accredited detailers will setup a maintenance schedule.
4. Zero carcinogenic or hazardous material
Because the products applied on your vessel won’t just be there for 1 hour but for years, it needs to be safe for everyone that will come into contact with it. IGL Coatings have been tested by TUV Rheinland and is compliant with the REACH guidelines of Europe.
5. International certification
IGL Coatings is the first in the industry to have our nano-technology audited and verified by Nanoverify (a collaboration between Nano Malaysia Berhad and SIRIM QAS International). We’re also a proud finalist of the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) in 2016. And now, we’re ISO 9001:2015 certified!
6. Longer working window
This is especially important for accredited detailers to ensure optimum results in each job. With more time to leverage in ensuring perfection, there’s no such thing as a rushed job. You know each coated vehicle has been handled with care & precision.
Now you have 6 reasons why you should choose IGL Coatings!
About IGL Coatings
IGL Coatings is the leading manufacturer and formulator of low and zero VOC high solids ceramic coatings. Our product range includes multiple surface coatings, cleaning and maintenance for various surfaces including paint, glass, metals, plastic and fabrics.
Find out more about how IGL Coatings can protect paintworks & enhance your detailing career at www.iglcoatings.com today! We’re also available via marketing@iglcoatings.com and +60 10 792 9888.
By IGL Coatings