Top 5 Christmas Coatings + New Coatings Of 2023

Gtechniq EXO v5 Ultra Durable Coating

We’re going to kick off the list with Gtechniq EXO v5! Gtechniq released a new version of EXO earlier this year and it doesn’t disappoint with its’ improvements. After fifty four different formulas, the new v5 has some great features. It has increased hydrophobics, better dirt repellancy, and better gloss all in a single-layer application compared to v4’s double layer. It can be used as a stand alone or applied over a ceramic coating and you can see why it’s so popular. Learn more about EXO v5 in Reece @ DI’s EXO v5 introduction.

Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light

This is almost becoming a staple on the list. What more can we say about this coating that has 96% of reviewers saying they would buy it again. Also, check out James Melfi’s Crystal Serum Light Overview and How-To Video

Gyeon Evo Coatings

Since the release of the Gyeon EVO line the Evo coatings have grown in popularity, especially the Mohs, CanCoat, and Pure.

Learn more about Evo products in the following articles:

• Gyeon Mohs Evo review by Ian Martinez
• Gyeon Pure Evo Review by Ian Martinez
• CanCoat EVO – The Value Proposition Of CanCoat And The Evolution by Rodney Tatum

CarPro Cquartz UK 3.0

This is still a customer fav. It’s packed with 70% SiO2 with 99.9% purity, making it the first ever nano silica coating with such a high concentration! Check out the reviews yourself.

PPF Coatings

We’re going to end the list with PPF Coatings. As coatings continue to grow, we’re seeing the increased popularity in PPF coatings. There’s a market for it and two coating brand heavy hitters have products worth checking out if you want to protect your PPF and vinyl wraps. Gtechniq has a popular one in Halo and Gyeon has PPF Evo. If you want to learn more about about PPF check these articles out on the blog.

Aquatek Coatings

Aquatek is a relatively new brand of coatings that was actually developed by one our Ask-a-Pro Detailer author, Mike Cardenas. I got to try to out Aquatek Profile Wheel and Metal Coating and had a great experience with it. Aquatek also has this unique coating topper, Bliss, where you can apply immediately after apply a Aquatek Coating, no waiting at all. Mike Cardenas has some great articles below if you want to learn more about the Aquatek brand and products.

• Introducing Aquatek Coatings: Born by Passion and Performance
• Aquatek Bliss: The Latest in Hydrophobic Enhancing Technology
• Aquatek Select Advanced Glass Coating: Something New & Something Different

DIY Detail Coatings

We literally just picked up DIY Detail this month. The one coating that really stands out to me is the DIY Detail 8 Year Ceramic Coating! It is a pro-grade coating that is also user-friendly. Check out all of their paint coatings now.

Shine Supply Beadlock Pro

Another new brand available at DI is Shine Supply and one of their coatings is Beadlock Pro. Beadlock Pro protects your paint up to 4 years with an easy application.