How long does the protection last?

Meguiar's rates it for up to a year of water beading. Real-world life depends on prep, climate and washing habits, and many owners see it fade sooner on daily drivers.

Do I need to polish the paint first?

Not required, but recommended. Claying, compounding and polishing first gives the best bond and performance, and the coating hides only light defects.

Can I use it on wheels, trim and PPF?

Yes. It is safe on glossy paint, exterior plastic trim, wheels, decals and paint protection film.

How much product do I need per car?

One 8 oz bottle is rated for at least four vehicles, so a single car uses a small amount per coat.

The 8 oz bottle of Ultimate Ceramic Coating and two premium microfiber towels, one for spreading and one for wipe-off.

How is it different from a spray wax?

It lays down a ceramic-style layer with longer protection and more gloss than a typical spray wax, but it needs a flash-off and a second towel wipe.

Where is the Meguiar's G240100 Ultimate Coating Kit cheapest?

At Field & Stream Store, for $22.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Meguiar's G240100 Ultimate Coating Kit?

14 stores we checked sell it, including New RV Parts, Field & Stream Store, TacticalWholesalers.com, Meguiar's Direct, Detailing.com.

Meguiar's G240100 Ultimate Coating Kit

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat this as an easy entry into ceramic protection: simple to spray and wipe, strong gloss and beading, and forgiving for a first-timer. The common caveats are that durability falls short of pro coatings and that prep work decides the result.

What people mention

Ease of usePraisedOwners say the spray, spread and wipe-off steps are simple enough for a first-timer.
Water beadingPraisedReviewers highlight tight beading and a slick feel after application.
DurabilityMixedSome owners report the protection fading well before a year, especially on daily drivers.
Paint prepCriticisedReviewers note the coating bonds and looks best only after claying and polishing, which adds hours of work.
GlossPraisedUsers report a deeper shine and fewer visible light defects after wiping off.

About the Meguiar's G240100 Ultimate Coating Kit

The Meguiar's Ultimate Ceramic Coating Kit is a ceramic coating for vehicle exteriors. The formula adds gloss and slickness, produces water beading, and helps conceal light paint defects. It provides 1-year water beading protection, and a 24/7 curing process.

It is applied by misting the coating onto one section of the surface at a time. Spread it with a premium microfiber towel. When the coating flashes off, wipe it with a separate premium microfiber towel. No certified or trained installer is needed to apply it.

For the longest-lasting results, the paint should be in excellent condition before application. A full paint correction beforehand (clay bar, compound and polish) gives the best bond and performance. The coating is safe on glossy paint, exterior plastic trim, decals, paint protection film (PPF) and wheels.

Volume

8 oz

Coverage

At least 4 vehicles per bottle

Protection

1-year water beading protection

Application

Mist on, wipe off

In the box

Two premium microfiber towels

Safe surfaces

Paint, exterior plastic trim, decals, PPF, wheels