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Ceramic coating in Arvada, CO

A ceramic coating adds deep gloss, makes your vehicle easier to keep clean, and resists Colorado sun, road salt, and grime. We install Owner's Pride coatings in three tiers from $1,395, each backed by a manufacturer warranty.

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5.0 · 303 Google reviewsFamily-owned in Arvada20+ years in the automotive industry
What it is

A hard, bonded layer that protects the paint you already paid for

A ceramic coating is a liquid glass layer that chemically bonds to your clear coat and hardens into a durable shell. It adds gloss, repels water, and resists the UV, bird droppings, and mag chloride that would otherwise etch bare paint. At 5,280 feet and higher, the sun is intense and the winters are harsh, and regular washing gets noticeably easier because dirt and road film have a harder time bonding to the coating. Ceramic handles chemical and UV damage. For rock chips, paint protection film is the right product, and many owners pair the two.

The rear quarter of a grey Audi RS3 showing the ceramic coating's finish
Packages · warranty tiers

Coating tiers matched to how long you're keeping the vehicle

SilverFrom $1,395
Suits
Daily drivers, lease returns
In the shop
About 1.5 business days
Owner's Pride SiC 5-Year coating with a 5-year manufacturer warranty. Professional protection through the years most people keep a daily driver. Get a Quote
Most ChosenGoldFrom $1,595
Suits
Vehicles you plan to keep
In the shop
About 1.5 business days
Owner's Pride SiC 7-Year coating with a 7-year manufacturer warranty, for a vehicle that is staying in the garage a while. Get a Quote
PlatinumFrom $1,895
Suits
The vehicle you are keeping for the long haul
In the shop
About 1.5 business days
Owner's Pride SELECT 9-Year coating with a 9-year manufacturer warranty and heat-activated self-healing, which reduces the look of light wash marks and swirls over time. Get a Quote

Ride N' Shine prices ceramic coatings as complete packages. Every starting price includes coating the painted surfaces, exterior plastics, all glass and the wheel faces, and every tier includes decontamination and paint correction as needed. Some shops price those surfaces separately, so when you compare quotes, compare what each one includes as well as the starting price. The final price depends on the size of the vehicle and the condition of the paint, and a quote takes about a minute.

Proof

See the results

A red Ford Bronco with a fresh ceramic coating reflecting the studio's hexagon lights
“Eric did a fantastic job on our car! We had front bumper paint protection film, ceramic coating windshield protector and the most amazing ceramic coating on the entire car. The car is a Radiant Red and the coating makes it look amazing! It shines, it glows, it’s beautiful! Would highly recommend! Thanks Eric!!”
Corinne S.Paint protection film
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“Ride N Shine did an outstanding job polishing and ceramic coating my truck! The attention to detail was impressive, and the finish looks flawless. My truck shines like never before, and the coating will keep it protected and easy to clean. Professional, friendly, and top-notch service. Highly recommend them for anyone looking to elevate their vehicle's appearance!”
Dante YantornoPaint correction
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Installing ceramic coatings in Arvada since 2021, with about 250 coated so far.

What to expect

How it works

1 · Inspection & washWe inspect the paint, note any defects, and give the vehicle a thorough decontamination wash so the coating bonds to clean clear coat.
2 · Paint correctionWe correct the paint as needed first: a single-stage polish to reduce lighter swirls and imperfections, or a two-stage cut and polish for heavier defects. Existing paint defects remain visible beneath the coating unless they are corrected beforehand.
3 · Application & cureWe hand-apply and level the coating panel by panel, then let it cure so it hardens into a durable, bonded layer.
4 · Handoff & warrantyWe walk you through simple aftercare, register your warranty with the manufacturer, and hand back a vehicle that is ready for Colorado.

Most coatings take about 1.5 business days in the shop, whichever tier you choose. Vehicle size and paint condition can change that. If you need a ride while the car is here, tell us when you book and we will help. Drop-off and pick-up hours: Mon–Fri · 8am–5pm.

Owner's Pride warranty

The warranty, in plain terms

Silver5-year warrantyOwner's Pride SiC 5-YearClaims capped at $3,500 over the term
Gold7-year warrantyOwner's Pride SiC 7-YearClaims capped at $4,000 over the term
Platinum9-year warrantyOwner's Pride SELECT 9-YearClaims capped at $5,000 over the termSelf-healing
What it covers

Permanent paint damage the coating fails to prevent from:

  • Weather-induced fading
  • Weather-induced chalking
  • Weather-induced loss of gloss
  • Acid rain
  • Bird waste
  • Tree sap
  • Sun's UV rays
  • De-icing agents and road salt
  • Ocean spray
  • Brake dust
  • Rail dust
  • Paint overspray
  • Fuel stains
How a claim works
  1. Report damage within 30 days of it appearing. Older damage is denied.
  2. One repair of each treated surface per cause over the term.
  3. Owner's Pride authorizes the repair before any work starts. Do not buff or treat the damage yourself.

Claims line: 1-800-232-5328, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central, Monday to Friday.

No paid maintenance service or annual inspection is required to keep the warranty. The car still needs regular, proper washing.

The warranty is not transferable, so it does not pass to a new owner if you sell the car.

Source: Owner's Pride LLC Manufacturer's Limited Product Warranty, OP 5-, 7- and 9-Year Ceramic Coating. Checked September 16, 2026.

Driving in

Coming from Denver, Golden or Boulder

Every car is coated here in Arvada. Denver drivers have a page on the trip and the day, and the Golden and Boulder pages cover the drive in from the west and north.

Learn before you spend

Read this before you decide

Straight answers on what each option does, what it costs, and how to choose. No sales pitch.

A blue Porsche 718 Boxster with a fresh ceramic coating parked outside the Ride N' Shine shop
Guide · Sep 2026 · 10 min readHow much does ceramic coating cost?Ceramic coating cost by tier and vehicle size, what a quote should include, and cost per year. Colorado market ranges, plus our own prices from $1,395.Read it →
Rear quarter of a grey Audi RS3 showing the gloss of a fresh ceramic coating
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A blue Porsche 718 Boxster with a fresh ceramic coating parked outside the Ride N' Shine shop
Guide · Sep 2026 · 9 min readHow long does ceramic coating last?Ceramic coatings carry 5-, 7- and 9-year warranties. How long they perform depends on four things, and a Colorado shop explains what shortens it.Read it →
A white Ford Bronco Raptor beside a polisher and an inspection light during a detail
Aftercare · Sep 2026 · 8 min readHow to wash and care for a ceramic coated carHow to wash a ceramic coated car: the first week, the wash method, which car washes are fine, the products we use, and what the warranty asks of you.Read it →
A black Ford F-150 with a camper shell under the studio's hexagon lights
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We are an authorized Owner's Pride installer. Every coating is backed by a nationwide manufacturer warranty, registered for you at handoff.

Pairs well with

Add it to the same visit

One drop-off, one pickup. These go on alongside this service.

A dark green Porsche 911 Turbo S with paint protection film parked outside the Ride N' Shine shop
Paint protection filmFilm on the front clip takes the rock chips the coating cannot.Learn more →
An orange Chevrolet Camaro LT1 with tinted windows parked outside the Ride N' Shine storefront
Ceramic window tintSame appointment, same prep. Heat rejection to match the gloss.Learn more →
FAQ

Common questions

Is ceramic coating worth it in Colorado?
On a vehicle you plan to keep and will wash properly, usually. High-altitude UV and winter mag chloride are what a coating is built to resist, and washing gets noticeably easier. If rock chips are the main worry, paint protection film is the better fit, and on a car you are not keeping long, a good detail may be all it needs.Is ceramic coating worth it? →
Ceramic coating vs. PPF: which do I need?
They solve different problems. Ceramic handles UV, chemicals, and cleaning. Paint protection film handles physical impact like rock chips. Many Colorado drivers do film on the impact zones and ceramic everywhere else. Our full comparison guide breaks it down.Ceramic coating vs PPF, compared →
How long does a ceramic coating last at altitude?
Our tiers carry 5-, 7- and 9-year Owner's Pride warranties. How long a coating performs within its term depends on how it is washed, whether the car is garaged, and how long road salt sits on it between washes. Tell us how long you are keeping the vehicle and we will point you at the right tier.How long ceramic coating lasts →
Can I still wash my car normally?
Yes, and it gets easier, because dirt and road film have a harder time bonding to a coated surface. Hand washing is preferred, and touchless automatic washes are fine. We do not recommend automatic washes that use brushes or cloth, because they can scratch and swirl the paint. Wait one week after pick-up before the first wash, and we walk you through the rest at handoff.How to wash a ceramic coated car →
How much does ceramic coating cost?
Our Silver 5-Year starts at $1,395, Gold 7-Year at $1,595, and Platinum 9-Year at $1,895. Those prices include coating the paint, exterior plastics, glass and wheel faces, which some shops price separately. The final price depends on the size of the vehicle and how much paint correction it needs, so tell us the vehicle and its condition and we will send an honest recommendation.Ceramic coating cost, by tier and vehicle size →
What are the downsides of ceramic coating?
It costs more than wax or sealant. It does not stop rock chips or scratches that go through the clear coat, which is the job of paint protection film. It needs regular, proper washing to perform through its term. And existing paint defects remain visible beneath the coating unless they are corrected beforehand, which is why we correct the paint as needed first.The downsides, from a shop that sells it →
Is ceramic coating worth the money?
On a vehicle you plan to keep and will wash properly, usually yes. The coating resists UV, road salt and bird droppings for years and makes washing noticeably easier. On a short lease, or a car that goes through brush car washes, a good detail or a shorter-term protection package may fit better.Is ceramic coating worth it? →
What is better than a ceramic coating?
It depends on what you want the protection to do. If rock chips are the main concern, paint protection film is the better product. If you want gloss, easier washing, and resistance to UV and chemicals, a ceramic coating fits. Many Colorado drivers put film on the front end and a coating on the rest. And for a car you are selling soon, a good detail with a paint sealant may be all it needs.Coating, sealant, wax and film compared →

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