Ceramic coating
Ceramic coating on Maui
A FEYNLAB nano-ceramic layer bonded to corrected paint in Wailuku. Years of gloss, water that sheets off, and strong island UV kept off your clear coat.
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- Wailuku, HI
Short answer
Offshore Window Tinting applies FEYNLAB ceramic coatings at 430 Hookahi St in Wailuku, with 2-year, 5-year and 10-year packages starting from $499 for a sedan. The 5 and 10-year packages include machine paint correction before the coating goes on. Most 2-year jobs are done in a day; a 10-year package with full correction takes 2 to 3 days.
Key takeaways
- A ceramic coating is a bonded nano-ceramic layer, not a wax: it lasts years instead of weeks.
- Offshore is a certified FEYNLAB installer, and every coating is registered for the manufacturer warranty.
- The 5-year and 10-year packages include machine paint correction, so defects are removed before they are sealed in.
- Coating does not stop rock chips; pair it with PPF on the hood and bumper if that is the problem you are solving.
- Trucks and SUVs add from $100 over sedan pricing; every town on Maui pays the same rate.
Options
Essential (2-year)
from $499
- Decontamination wash, iron remover and clay bar
- Single-layer FEYNLAB ceramic coating
- Hydrophobic water beading and UV protection
- Paint correction recommended separately if needed
Premium (5-year)
from $999
- Single-stage machine paint correction
- Multi-layer FEYNLAB coating
- Wheel faces coated
- Chemical etch resistance against bird droppings and bug acid
Elite (10-year)
from $1,499
- Full multi-stage paint correction
- Professional multi-layer FEYNLAB system
- Wheels and glass coated
- Annual inspection service
How it works
- 01Paint inspection
We check the paint under high-intensity lighting for swirls, scratches, water spots and bonded contamination. That decides the correction level you need before any coating is applied.
- 02Decontamination
Iron remover, clay bar and a panel wipe strip every trace of wax, oil and fallout so the coating bonds to bare clear coat.
- 03Paint correction
Machine polishing removes the defects. It is included in the 5 and 10-year packages and quoted separately for the 2-year package if your paint needs it. We do not coat over swirls.
- 04Coating application
FEYNLAB is applied panel by panel in the shop. Each layer flashes before the next goes on.
- 05Cure and handover
The coating cures in the shop, every panel is inspected under lighting, and you leave with written care instructions and your warranty registration.
Side by side
| Ceramic coating | Wax or sealant | |
|---|---|---|
| How long it lasts | 2 to 10 years by package | 4 to 12 weeks |
| Water behavior | Beads and rolls off | Moderate, fades fast |
| UV protection | Permanent bonded layer | Wears off quickly |
| Bird droppings and bug acid | Resists etching | Etches easily |
| Hardness | 9H, harder than factory clear | Soft |
| Upfront cost | Higher, one time | Low, repeated |
Verdict: If you plan to keep the car more than a year, the coating wins on every line except the first invoice. The time you save washing alone covers the difference.
Pricing
| Essential 2-year, sedanDecontamination wash and single-stage coating | from $499 |
|---|---|
| Premium 5-year, sedanLight correction, multi-layer coating, wheels | from $999 |
| Elite 10-year, sedanFull correction, wheels and glass | from $1,499 |
| Truck or SUV surchargeAdds from $100 over sedan pricing; full-size three-row SUVs sit at the top of the range | from $100 |
What a ceramic coating actually is
A ceramic coating is a liquid nano-ceramic polymer that bonds to your clear coat and cures into a hard, glassy layer. It is not a wax and not a sealant. Those sit on the paint and wash off in a month or two. A coating becomes part of the surface, which is why it holds up for years and why removing it takes machine polishing rather than soap.
The coating Offshore installs is FEYNLAB, made in the USA and rated 9H on the pencil hardness scale, harder than your factory clear coat. That hardness is what resists the fine wash swirls that dull dark paint, and the chemical resistance is what keeps bird droppings and bug acid from etching through on a hot afternoon.
Which package to choose
The three packages differ in how long they last and how much of the paint we fix first. The 2-year Essential is the daily-driver option: a decontamination wash and a single layer, often done in a day. The 5-year Premium adds a single-stage machine polish and coats the wheel faces. The 10-year Elite starts with a full multi-stage paint correction, coats wheels and glass, and includes an annual inspection.
The rule we follow is simple: we do not coat over defects. If your paint has swirls, a coating makes them permanent. New cars straight from the dealership usually need the least correction, which is why a new-car coating is the cheapest time to do it. A three-year-old truck that has been through brush washes needs the Premium or Elite package to look right.
Trucks, SUVs, EVs and the rest
Trucks and SUVs add from $100 over sedan pricing because there is simply more paint. A Tahoe, Suburban or Expedition sits at the top of that range. See the truck and SUV coating page for the specifics.
Electric vehicles are strong candidates. Tesla, Rivian, Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 paint is softer than most, and that softness shows up as swirl marks fast. A coating adds the hardness the factory finish lacks; see Tesla ceramic coating. Jeep owners who go off the pavement get a different benefit: mud and red dirt rinse off a coated Wrangler or Gladiator with a hose instead of a scrub.
Luxury and exotic paint, including Porsche paint-to-sample colors and Lexus exclusive finishes, gets the Elite package and the full correction, and we quote exotics individually.
What a coating will not do
It will not stop rock chips. Trucks on Mokulele and Honoapiilani highways throw gravel, and no chemical layer absorbs a stone at highway speed. If chips are the problem, put paint protection film on the hood, bumper and fenders and coat the whole car, film included. That PPF and coating combination is the most complete protection we offer.
It also will not survive brush car washes. The coating resists wash swirls far better than bare paint, but the spinning brushes at an automatic wash are abrasive enough to shorten its life.
Care after the coating
Wait 7 days before the first wash while the coating finishes curing. After that, hand wash with a pH-neutral soap, use a ceramic-safe detail spray between washes, and skip wax and sealants, which only sit on top and dull the hydrophobic effect. Bring the vehicle in for its annual inspection and we check the coating under lighting and top it up where needed. Warranty terms are on the warranty page.
Scheduling and driving in
Drop-off starts at 7 a.m. Monday to Friday and 8 a.m. on Saturday. A 2-year coating on a clean sedan is a same-day job; a 10-year package needs the car for 2 to 3 days. The shop confirms the price and takes the deposit when you book; the financing page covers payment options.
Coating customers come in from all over the island. Kahului is about 8 minutes from the shop, Paia and Maalaea about 18, Pukalani about 20, Kihei, Haiku and Makawao about 25, Kula about 30 and Wailea about 35. West Maui is about 45 minutes to Lahaina and about an hour to Napili–Kapalua on Honoapiilani Highway, and Hana is about two and a half hours. See the Maui areas page for your town.
Every town pays the same price. There is no travel surcharge, and the package you get is identical. Tell us the vehicle, the year and how it has been washed, and we will quote the right package before you make the drive.
Questions
Is ceramic coating worth it on Maui?
Yes, mostly because of the sun and the water. Passing showers and sprinkler overspray leave spots on bare paint; a coated surface sheds water before it dries. The UV protection slows the fading that strong year-round sun causes, and near the ocean the slick surface makes salt spray easier to rinse off.
How long does ceramic coating last?
2, 5 or 10 years depending on the package. Regular pH-neutral washing, no brush car washes and an annual inspection keep it performing for the full term.
Does ceramic coating prevent rock chips?
No. It is a chemical layer, not a physical barrier. For chips you want paint protection film on the hood, bumper and fenders. Many customers do PPF on the front and coat everything, including the film.
Do I need paint correction first?
If the paint has swirls, yes, because the coating locks in whatever is under it. The 5 and 10-year packages include correction. For the 2-year package we inspect the paint and tell you whether it needs a polish.
How long does the application take?
A 2-year coating on a clean vehicle can be dropped off in the morning and picked up that evening. The 10-year package with full correction takes 2 to 3 days.
Can ceramic coating go over PPF?
Yes, and it is the best combination. The film stops impacts and the coating adds gloss and water beading on top. The coating bonds to the film the same way it bonds to paint.
What coating do you use?
FEYNLAB, made in the USA and independently tested. Offshore is a certified FEYNLAB installer, and every coating is registered with the manufacturer for its warranty.
How soon can I wash the car?
Wait 7 days. During that week keep it out of rain where you can and rinse off bird droppings and sap promptly. After 7 days, normal hand washing is fine.
Get my pricePriced for your vehicle in the shop, before you book.
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