Does it matter if it rains three days after crystal coating?
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There is no major impact. You can drive the car indoors to avoid further exposure to rain and then dry the car body with a dry towel. Below are specific details about automotive crystal coating: Concept: Crystal coating is a hard protective layer specifically designed for key areas such as car paint, glass, tires and rims, engines, and interiors. Its main components include polysiloxane, polysilazane, and inorganic silicon. Function: The crystal coating forms a strong fiber network on the car's paint surface, filling microscopic pores invisible to the naked eye, achieving a mirror-like effect. It adds a thin diamond-hard shell to the paint surface, increasing the hardness of the paint beyond the original coating and protecting the paint from damage.
If it rains three days after crystal coating, generally it's not a big issue, but I recommend checking the paint surface for water marks or stains. Automotive crystal coating requires time to cure, typically taking about 24 to 48 hours to set, and after three days the coating layer should already be hardened, making it difficult for rainwater to wash it away. However, dust or acidic substances in the rainwater may adhere to the not-fully-cured surface layer, causing local gloss reduction or spots. In this case, you can gently dry the car body with a soft cloth, avoiding the use of high-pressure water guns to prevent damaging the coating. If any abnormalities are found, promptly return to the detailing shop for inspection—they can apply an additional layer for repair. After all, protecting new car paint is crucial; don't let minor issues affect the overall aesthetics and protective effectiveness.
