99 Rodinea Rd Unit 14, Vaughan, ON, Canada
Toronto Buffing Inc. More Than Detailing Located in Vaughan, Ontario
Specializing in in-depth restoration, repair, and protection of auto paint surfaces.
INDUSTRY LEADER:PAINT CORRECTION CERAMIC COATING PPF TORONTO
Incomparable Quality
We are often regarded by our peers as one of the most skilled paint correction, restoration, and protection services in Toronto. Through our now discontinued hands on training program, we are the educators and mentors of several thriving automotive detailing businesses in Ontario. Our "standard" paint correction and ceramic coating jobs organically win awards, such as Cobble Beach Concours, Porsche Centre Concours, Importfest, etc. Our work has been featured in magazines such as The Speed Hunters. We have earned our reputation due to our extremely high standards, thorough knowledge in both the science and limitations of automotive paint, tens of thousands of hours hands on experience, stringent quality control, and unparalleled work ethic. Well over a decade of consistent, documented quality paint correction, ceramic coating, and PPF executions are visible throughout our social media platforms for the discerning consumers.
Unrivalled Paint Correction
With training in both Showroom Detailing, and Autobody Defect Finishing, we address a wide spectrum of paint defects at our Vaughan facility, with confidence. This experience provides us with an extremely deep and diverse understanding of automotive paint, which competition cannot replicate. Our paint correction experts can block sand with grits as low as 600, and polish them back to perfection without burning clearcoat. A dying art form; with our scratch and touch up repair service we can precisely fill, sand, and polish deep scratches and stone chips with expert precision.
Toronto Buffing: Expert PPF Installers in Vaughan
Our lead paint protection film technician have been installing PPF since its introduction to the public market in the late 90's, and can create custom templates by hand on classic vehicles where no precuts exist. Bulk installations with wrapped edges are standard. Cheat products such as adhesion promoters are rarely used on our PPF installations, meaning when the time comes the paint protection film can be removed without compromising the surface. Where some shops are good in paint protection film installations, but lack in the actual defect repair aspect, Toronto Buffing has strengths in all departments. Toronto Buffing Inc. precisely repairs and fixes such imperfections as rock chips, and scratches in preparation for film.
With our PFF installations, we are not only able to protect your paint from damage, but actually repair past damage prior to installation.
Brand Name Paint Protection Film Materials
When it comes to paint protection film material, we rigorously research and test materials before offering them to the public. We follow the Scientific Method, utilizing primary, secondary, and tertiary research before offering anything to our clients. You will not find no name, or offshore paint protection film here. Our work with PPF is backed by an in house material, and labor warranty. We don't search for the cheapest, we search for the best. Our workmanship is guaranteed for a lifetime, and materials are normally warrantied for 10 years on paper.
Ceramic Coating Testing and Research
When it comes to ceramic coatings, Toronto Buffing monitors and stress tests first hand in real time the products we offer to the public. We have tested all noteworthy coatings available, leaving out the guesswork for our clients. Having a glossy high performance coating is one thing, having one that last is equally important. Our coating installations have been proven time and time again to meet or exceed their warranty periods. It can be noted that we warranty our coatings in house, and not by third party. With that being said, with the thousands of ceramic coating installations done to date, we have had zero failures. This is due to our stated preparation, quality control, testing, and due-diligence. It is standard that our coating installations have no marring, or high spots.
Our Commitment to Clients
Jargon aside, you will not find DIY style detailing here.
You will not find unskilled labourers here.
You will not find low quality products here.
We take our craft very seriously.
We put your vehicles needs before our own. We have the strong belief that what we do is unique, and special, and the opportunity to share this standard of quality with our clients can never be taken for granted.
Toronto Buffing Excels Where Other Shops Fall Short
A step above the standard
At Toronto Buffing Inc. we understand that we may not be for everyone, and we don't accept every job that comes our way. Our approach may be interpreted as overwhelming, and excessive by some. We have the strong conviction that what we do here is special, and unique. In a world where businesses cut corners, cheap out on materials, and spend the bare minimum time on the task, we stand apart. We are geared toward building long lasting relationships with our clients, as well as providing the highest quality paint restoration, and protection services in the GTA. If the bare minimum isn't good enough, Toronto Buffing is for you. If the mediocrity doesn't fly in your life, then you have found the right place.
We accept complicated, intricate, and delicate jobs with open arms. Whether you have a late model Porsche with thin, soft clear coat, or a newly acquired second hand BMW mistreated from it's past ownership, we have the necessary knowledge, and versatile skill set to get either to the same standard. Brand new cars are not exempt; we can unlock another level of depth and clarity after a paint correction and ceramic coating that you would not think possible. There is no one size fits all when it comes to paint restoration and protection in Toronto, and the process must be modified in the way which benefits the finish the most.
We are masters, and regarded as the Toronto authority in automotive paint correction, paint protection film, ceramic coatings, autobody repairs, scratch repair, chip repair, and other restoration / protection services. By being masters at all things paint, are able to offer a truly comprehensive experience under one roof. We take a no-nonsense approach to paint restoration, and protection, with strict, excessive quality control in place.
We push the boundaries of what is possible with automotive paint, and protection. When it comes to Ceramic Coating in Toronto, we have a serious-minded approach. We have spent decades, and thousands of dollars, exploring what products, procedures, and materials are in fact the best for automotive paint, and thus our clients. The number one priorities for us is the longevity, and the quality of our services.
Our company slogan "Detailers With Integrity" is something we live by. Our goal is to not only leave a lasting positive experience with our clients, but to leave an impact on the automotive industry as a whole. In an economic climate where businesses are cutting corners and misleading clients to win over jobs, we stay true to our creed. Greed and deceit run rampant in the automotive business. And as a long term goal, we aim at restoring faith to clients that automotive businesses with strong morals and integrity, still exist.
We are the original and only detailing company in Toronto specializing exclusively in automotive exterior restoration and protection. You will not find general cleaning services here.
Proudly serving Toronto, Vaughan, Woodbridge, Maple, Kleinburg, Aurora, King City, Mississauga, Markham, Brampton, Scarborough, Etobicoke and more with the best reconditioning and protection on the market.
Looking for the best Ceramic coating in Toronto, or paint protection film in Vaughan, Ontario? We have you covered.
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What makes us different?
Experienced Staff
Our skilled team at Toronto Buffing has over 40 years of combined experience and training in the automotive paint restoration / protection field. We are experienced with everything from aggressive watersanding to fine polishing. We have veteran staff in each department, resulting in a finished product that is unmatched. This is a factor that distinguishes our company from others. We offer a skill traded, not general labor at our Vaughan location.
Integrity is Everything
Where other facilities push specific paint correction, ppf, and ceramic coating products in Toronto due to paid promotion, lower material cost, lower labor cost, ease of use, and other biases, Toronto Buffing holds itself to higher ethical standards.
With lower material cost, comes lower quality. Where others are more interested in keeping their margins high, we are more interested in providing quality products that last.
We are happy to take the hard route, and use materials that can be challenging to work with due to their powerful chemical make up. Simply put, quality chemicals = quality bonds, which results in protection that will last. Some shops will use an inferior, easier to work with product simply because it will save them labor. We will gladly spend the extra time and effort for our clients.
You will not find services such as 1-Stage Polish (a very light polish) on our menu, because this service always results in mediocrity. It is the job of the professional to make appropriate suggestions to the client. After thousands of paint corrections, we know first hand that these 1-stage polishes are ineffective at removing even the most minor swirls. Simply put, many shops push this service to clients as it takes very little time, and is high margin. A 1-stage polish can be done in about 3 hours, where as a 2-Stage takes ~8. Though the remaining defects are technically the responsibility of the shop for playing off the naiveness of the client, the client usually accepts the job as is, with the logic that they saved some money. This is one of the most common scenarios we hear about at our shop, and is the reason why a majority of the paint correction and coatings done here are redos of jobs done at other shops. At Toronto Buffing, we are fearful of mediocrity. We will gladly take a less profitable approach in order to provide an unequivocal service
Our dynamic skill set allows us to provide a service that is unparalleled to most competitors. Our experience in touch up repairs, and chip repairs allows for a resulting paint correction, PPF and ceramic coating service that is unrivalled. Protecting paint is one thing, making it worthy of protection is a whole different story.
We live breath and sleep automotive paint!
Though many "paint correction" services exist, not all are equal. It is a common misconception that a 3-Stage Paint Correction and Ceramic Pro package is the same across all detailing services, but nothing could be further from the truth. The preparation before a ceramic coating is important, and many different factors can change the results. Does the facility use spot lights to assess their paint correction? Are before and after results demonstrated on a regular basis on their social media? What products are used to correct the paint? What ceramic coating product was used? What is the experience of the technician performing the correction? If the cost of a correction and coating service is low, it can be a clear indication of one of two things. The cost of their products may be low, and thus lower quality, and two their labor cost is low which can indicate either their technicians are inexperienced, or less time is being spent on a vehicle.
We have completed thousands of paint restorations over the last decade, and are true masters of our trade.
At our facility, no vehicle leaves with clusters of defect, barring reasonable factors such as low clear coat. During our process, we regularly identify red flags such as repainted panels, previous polishing attempts. We verify our findings with our high end, lab grade paint meter. The lower panels of your vehicle get the same care as the upper panels. A completed full paint correction at our facility can be inspected in all lighting, and be visibly pure. On average, our paint corrections, and ceramic coating process takes 2-3 business days. We are trained to safely use aggressive methods to remove deep defects that other shops may say are not removable, and are able to get a pure finish free of haze, and micro marring, even on the most delicate finishes.
We pride ourselves on serving customers with very high expectations.
Our pricing may not be the most competitive though package deals can be made if multiple services are being done. If you are looking for the best deal in the city, we are unfortunately not the service for you. If you are looking for a shop that will take the time to remove and improve each defect on every square inch of your paint, with the utmost care and precision, we are for you. If you are looking for a team that cares about the work they put out in the city, you have found the right place. We look at every vehicle we complete as a rolling resume of the quality we strive for. Our services take days, not hours, to complete, and dozens of man ours are spent improving, and protecting your vehicle. We unequivocally stand behind our work, and offer no hassle in house warranty.
We sell on service and quality, not on price.
Our straight forward, results oriented approach is apparent on our online presence, including social media. We never "put on airs" by posting edited, exotic cars in poor lighting, as this does not show anything more than photography skills, not detailing. You will not find gimmicky, overproduced content on our pages. Rather, we show the true results, process, and behind the scenes of our work. We demonstrate dated vehicles (as well as high end vehicles), in all their glory, in the direct sunlight. When choosing a facility, the results are the most important! Results of our ceramic coating installations are shown in both natural, and synthetic lighting, allowing for discerning individuals to be critical. Our PPF installation steps are thoroughly documented, from the wash and claybar stage, to the actual act of laying paint protection film.
We have thorough experience with all vehicle makes including Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Maserati, Rolls-Royce, Land Rover, Aston Martin, Jaguar, Bentley, BMW, Tesla, Mercedes Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, Honda, Acura, Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, Infiniti, Ford, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Fiat and more. We have extensive experience and training with various European, domestic, and Japanese paint systems.
We are trained to deal with the following paint defects: Swirl marks, Fine Scratches, Scuffs, Overspray, Cement on Paint, Road Paint, Keyed Paint, Dull Headlights , Deep Scratches, Fading Paint, Orange Peel, Etching, Urethane Wave, Dust in Clearcoat, Clearcoat Sink, Spider Scratches, Holograms, Bad Buff Jobs, DIY Polish and Ceramic Coatings, Buffer Trails, Dry Paint, Paint Stains, Sanding Scratches, Tar, Vandalism, Tree Sap, Wear & Tear, Ceramic Coating Removal, Failed Ceramic Coating, Paint Chips, Yellow PPF, Peeling PPF, Paint Protection Film Removal and much more!
True Tradesmen
We are trained to permanently remove your automotive paint defects and imperfections, rather than cover them with hiders. Clients receive a personalized service in which a minimum of 1 full day is spent on a vehicle (full paint correction and ceramic coating) . On average, ~20 man hours are spent on each vehicle at our Vaughan location, with our most popular 3-Stage Paint Correction and Ceramic Pro Silver Package. Only the best, unadulterated products are used.
- Warranty on All Scratch Repairs
- In-house Guarantee on All PPF Installations
- In House Warranty on all Ceramic Coating Installs
- OEM Level Refinishing and Repaints
- Insured, Certified, and Registered
- 5-Star Rated
- Satisfaction Guaranteed
Concours Level Restorations
Trained, educated, certified, and experienced at the showroom level, detailing facility level, and body shop level in automotive paint correction, paint refinishing, paint protection, ceramic coating and paint repair. This diverse background on different pillars of automotive paint allows us to provide a service that is unmatched. What makes Toronto Buffing different from the competition, is the fact that we only offer exterior services. You will not find interior, or general cleaning services in our portfolio.
Rather than being a jack of all trades, we are masters of one; Paint
Featured Projects
What goes into a standard 3-Stage Paint Correction at Toronto Buffing?
This time lapse gives our clientele an idea of how much time, effort, and attention to detail is required in our paint corrections. This job totaled 16 hours, not including time for ceramic coating. This is what we consider a basic, uncomplicated paint restoration.
Complex Restorations Are Our Speciality
Drop the keys, and give us full discretion over your special vehicle's paint. That is what our client with the Toyota Supra above did. The result is a vehicle that is both restored (all original paint), and protected.
This 2001 Toyota Supra received:
Full Vehicle Wetsand (3000 Grit)
Door Jamb Polishing
Full Disassembly + Cleaning
Headlight Restoration
Custom Chip Repair + Touch Ups
Glass Polishing
Isolated Corrosion Repair
Full Vehicle Dent Repair
Full Body Custom Cut Suntek Ultra PPF
Ceramic Pro Window Coating
Ceramic Pro Wheel Coating
Over 120 hours went into this major restoration.
How About Daily Drivers?
Check out the results we achieved on this beat up 1996 Toyota Camry. Video shows results after wetsanding, paint correction, and a lifetime ceramic coating.
Cobble Beach Concours Winner 2024
After a brief 3 days at our shop, this 1967 Mazda Cosmos took home Second Place at the prestigious Cobble Beach Concours competition. Contenstants prepare year round to rank in this “Olympics of Detailing” event. We performed our standard 3-Stage Paint Correction, with some disassembly.
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Candy Paint Job Wetsand + Polish Award Winner
This custom built Honda Accord came to us after a less than perfect paint job. We performed our aggressive wetsand package, followed by a 3-stage paint correction. The end result was a vehicle that has picked up countless awards, ranking in the Show & Shine consistently.
Core Services
Paint Correction
Paint Protection Film
Pro Ceramic Coatings
We specialize in permanently restoring paint to its full potential via the process of buffing and polishing, and protecting your vehicle with products such as ppf and premium ceramic coatings.
Pro Ceramic Coatings
Paint Protection Film
Pro Ceramic Coatings
Looking for long term protection against chemicals, environment, and light swirl marks? Invest in a premium ceramic coating at Toronto Buffing with only the best, and long lasting products.
Paint Protection Film
Paint Protection Film
Autobody, Collision Repair, and Repainting
Paint protection film or PPF is the ultimate paint protection. Excellent resistance to stone chips, scratches, and the environment. Complete coverage, wrapped edges, and industry leading material is what we guarantee!
Autobody, Collision Repair, and Repainting
Autobody, Collision Repair, and Repainting
From small chips, to heavy collision damage, Toronto Buffing has a solution for every paint related issue! Factory level paint is used, and virtually all repairs are backed with our lifetime warranty.
Watersanding and Wet Sanding
Wetsanding is performed in order to remove deeper defects, orange peel, dirt in clearcoat, and more. Toronto Buffing specializes in wetsanding, and utilizes this advanced paint correction technique on a daily basis!
Scratch Repair (Paintless)
We can repair many clearcoat scratches with various autobody methods.
Isolated Paint Chip Repair
Have a stone chip? We can use our well guarded process to repair your chips and protect against rust! Note this service is reserved for those receiving one of our primary services (PPF, Ceramic Coating)
Headlight Restoration
Headlights not looking up to par. Our headlight restoration process is fast, effective, and permanent!
True Paint Correction
Polishing, Buffing, Scratch Removal, Sanding are all part of the process
Paint correction is the process of removing defects from an automotive finish. This is (usually) done with collective friction via machine polishers and pads, abrasion via aluminum oxide based compounds and/or fine grit sandpapers. Other tools and accessories may be used throughout the process (meters, lighting, etc).
Contrary to popular belief, the mechanism of action is done by removal of a small fraction of clearcoat. Under a microscope, a scratch, or single swirl mark, is in fact a miniature divot, in the automotive clear coat. Contrary to popular belief, we are not removing the scratch itself, but a very small fraction of the clear coat around it.
Though results are glamorous, true paint correction is a labor intensive, messy, and health hazardous process. It involves hours of machine polishing, with abrasive chemicals.
A quality paint correction is extremely important before doing any sort of "LSP" such as ceramic coating, or paint protection film. Paint correction brings out the full potential, and gloss of a finish, and a ceramic coating protects, and enhancing it. We often use and recommend a Ceramic Coating at Toronto Buffing, following paint correction, to replace the small quantity of material removed.
Preparation of an automotive surface is part of the paint correction process, but in itself is not “paint correction”. With modern vehicles, “paint” correction has little to do with the actual “pigmented paint”, but more so the clearcoat. A tech is usually dealing with a “Clearcoat Correction” rather than paint correction, unless a vehicle is basecoat only (eg. lacquer, or single stage).
“Scratches” or “Swirls” are microscopic cavities in an automotive finish. The process as a whole has one goal; to remove as little material as possible, to achieve a “leveled” scratch free surface. When done correctly, the process is perfectly safe.
Taking paint measurements, thoroughly inspecting the surface, and researching the vehicles history are all good precautions to ensure a safe paint correction.
Polishing is the generic term used to describe light machining of paint. Buffing is used to describe the cutting or compound stage of a paint correction. The traditional "buff and polish" or "cut and polish" is now known as a 2-Stage Paint Correction.
We place much emphasis on the importance of paint correction before ceramic coating, because the two go hand in hand.
Paint correction 50/50 results
Frequently Asked Questions
What Products Are Used in Paint Correction?
We use professional grade products for our paint corrections. There is no universal system (in our opinion) for all paint types. Some paints react better to certain buffing compounds and machines than others. We use a variation of Menzerna, 3M, Sonax, and Wolfgang polishing compounds. Panels are frequently inspected with an aggressive 50/50 mix of alcohol, to remove potential "hiders". All products contain zero fillers, and are sourced directly from the manufacture to avoid dilution.
What Materials Do You Use for PPF?
We pride ourselves on using only the best paint protection film brands. We currently use Hexis Bodyfence, Stek Dynoshield, Xpel Ultimate Plus, and Suntek Ultra PPF(Also known as LLumar) as our lead films in Vaughan. What film is used depends on the vehicles colour, clients needs, and clients use. During our consultation process, we help guide the client, and navigate the pro's and cons of each film before making a selection.
Chemicals used for the paint protection film process include slip solution (mild soap and water), water, alcohol mix, installation gel, and several trade secrets unique to Toronto Buffing's process.
What Brands of Ceramic Coating Do You Use?
When it comes to ceramic coatings, we use Ceramic Pro, Xpel Fusion, GTechniq, and Fireball Korea. What coating is used depends on the surface, the vehicle, clients budget, and needs.
What Machines and Tools Are Used?
When it comes to polishers for paint correction, we use the latest machines on the market including brands such as Rupes, Flex, and Makita. We have over a dozen machine polishers of varying size in order to work on the most intricate body styles. There is no standard paring of machines that we use. Certain vehicles such as exotics require smaller, more versatile tools, and larger vehicles require machines that tackle larger surface areas.
Also, we use both styles of polishers; rotary and dual action. The rotary polisher is a tool that many novice detailers fear. At Toronto Buffing Inc, we are masters of this tool, which allows us to achieve much greater results than with just the standard, dual action polishers.
This being said, all the finest products and machines mean nothing in the hands of someone that can not use them. We have mastered flawless finishes on every type of paint, and know exactly what combination of products and tools will be required to reach the desired result, as well as the limitations of paint correction.
We are continuously acquiring the latest in machine polishers to ensure maximum quality, and efficiency is possible!
What Safety Precautions are Taken?
Safety is a major priority with all work performed at Toronto Buffing. We often take measurements of a vehicle before we proceed to machine. Alternatively, a trained technician can tell the thickness of clearcoat by eye. It is important not to solely rely on readings from paint meters, as various techniques can be done during a repainting process to yield an end thickness that is within factory range. By eye, and feel, our techs are able to gauge and compare the strength, elasticity, and clarity of the paint, which can give true light to the nature of a finish. Surprises of repainted panels are often discovered during our paint correction and ceramic coating processes, giving you deeper knowledge into the vehicle you own. Top dollar has been spent on various paint meters capable of measuring on most surface types, but these tools are only useful in conjugation with a skilled paint correction tech.
What Inspection Lighting is Used?
We use a combination of overhead LED (focused) lighting , paired with several high output standalone LED lights. We also utilize several Scangrip battery operated lights for more illusive areas. We utilize the Bosch series of workspace lights or "flood lights", capable of 10,000 lumens; even the most insignificant defects can't go unnoticed. We use various spectrums of lighting as well to ensure defects are rectified. We place great emphasis on not only correcting upper sections that you will see, but also lower sections you may only notice as the sun is setting. Every job we do must pass the biggest test of all, the sun!
How Long Does The Processes Take?
To remove all possible defects from a vehicle, several factors come into play such as paint condition, type, defects, surface area, vehicle geometry, etc. In order to get an accurate time frame for paint correction, vehicles must be assessed in person. Speaking very generally, paint correction can take a minimum of 8 hours , all the way up to 100 hours for larger, heavily defect, and complex jobs (watersanding jobs). Ceramic coating installations can add 24 hours to this timeline (between applying basecoats, and topcoats).
Generally, for paint protection film installs at the Vaughan location, a Front End PPF installation can take between 2-4 days, and Full Body Paint Protection Film can take 2 weeks or more. It is important to take your time with these things, as the longer the vehicle stays in our care, the better the results.
Is Paint Correction Safe for My Vehicle?
This is one of the most common questions we receive—and for good reason. Your vehicle is valuable, and you want to ensure it’s in safe hands. We’re proud to assure our clients that our paint correction process is completely safe when performed by our highly experienced team. With over a decade of industry experience, we’ve worked on everything from daily drivers to high-end exotic vehicles, always adhering to the highest industry standards.
Yes, paint correction does involve the careful removal of a small portion of the vehicle’s clear coat. However, the amount removed is minimal—typically just 1–5% for a standard correction. When done properly, a vehicle can safely undergo paint correction hundreds of times over its lifetime without compromising the integrity of the paint.
Safety is our top priority. Before beginning any correction, we always:
- Measure paint thickness to assess safe working levels.
- Use only the most precise, high-quality tools and products.
- Make informed, professional decisions throughout the process to avoid excessive material removal.
To further protect the finish, we recommend applying a permanent ceramic coating after paint correction. This creates a renewable layer, that can act as the correctible paint moving foward.
Toronto Buffing: What is a Ceramic Coating?
Silicon Dioxide in Raw Form
Ceramic coatings are traditionally composed of Silica (also known as SiO2, or Silicon Dioxide ), and chemical solvents. The quality of the silicon dioxide, as well as the solvents have an incredible impact on the quality of a coating. In relation, the ratio of SiO2 and solvents play a major role in product quality.
Molecular Structure of SiO2
An ideal ceramic coating for Toronto climate uses high quality key components, as well as the correct ratios. This is why some "ceramic coatings" are sold online for extremely low prices. They are a ceramic coating only by meeting the criteria of having Si02 and Solvents, but offer little to no protection or longevity.
Benefits Of Ceramic Coatings in the Greater Toronto Area
Increased Swirl Resistance
Conventional waxes do not offer any protection against swirl marks and physical wear on a vehicles paint. In fact, waxes have been used for decades to hide paint issues. Ceramic coating service at Toronto Buffing are much different, as they are made from high quality, stable raw materials. A coating can increase the hardness of a surface, resulting in a finish that is more difficult to damage. Ceramic coatings are ideal for those who have a vehicle with a delicate paint finish. What coating is installed is a very important factor. It is important to understand that these ceramic products are not 100 percent scratch proof, but enables a surface to stay defect free for substantially longer than an unprotected surface.
Sacrificial Invisible Layer
With coatings, it's not only about swirl resistance. Another positive attribute to ceramic coatings is the fact that it adds a sacrificial layer of protection to your paint, that is able to take the brute of the damage, while keeping your original paint intact. These coatings can greatly vary in thickness depending on product and application, but generally can add anywhere from 0.5-2.5 mils. Coatings may get worn and damaged, but at a substantially slower rote. The key concept is that your original paint or clear coat is still protected.
Hydrophobic (Liquid Resistant Layer)
This factor is one of our client's favorite. A coated surface becomes hydrophobic. The science behind this water beading effect has to with the actual contact angle of the coating at a molecular angle. Different coatings have different contact angles, thus a variation in hydrophobic effect. Hydrophobic paints are surfaces that lack the ability to get wet.
Increased Gloss and Reflection
Quartz is a sapphire crystal, and most ceramic nano coatings are quartz based. This is what gives a treated vehicle the intense level of gloss. Some coatings even boast the ability to reduce orange peel via layering, such as Ceramic Pro. A key benefit is that a coated surface retains the same level of gloss as the day it was coated, for the duration of the coating.
Increase Ease Cleaning
Gone are the times of spending hours to wash and wax your vehicle. A ceramic coated surface is easier and faster to wash. This is due to some of the previous benefits. First, the hydrophobic properties make it difficult for dirt to adhere to the surface. A thorough rinse is usually enough to get a vast majority of dirt, salt and contamination off the surface. Also, the swirl resistance properties give you more tolerance for wash induced swirl marks, allowing you to worry less when doing a wash on your vehicle. Finally, you can scratch that weekly wax off your to do list, as a coated surface is at its full potential after a regular wash!
Long Term Solution
Ceramic coatings are long term investment solutions. Your initial investment in one of our coating packages saves you money and time. You will not have to do frequent polishes, or waxes, as you would with an unprotected surface. This can amount to thousands of dollars over the course of your vehicle ownership. Less important than the cash savings, is the time savings. For those who spend their Saturday waxing their vehicle can now use this time enjoying their vehicle!
Ceramic Pro 📍Vaughan, Ontario
Toronto's Standard in Automotive Surface Protection
Want to protect your corrected paint with the best technology available? In Toronto ceramic coating is a must! These nano-ceramic coatings are liquid crystal chemicals that are applied to the surface of a vehicle. They are measurable additional layers, that are flexible and form a covalent bond with a surface. They possess many characteristics and benefits.
Incredibly hydrophobic, they assist with preventing swirl marks by increasing surface hardness, acting as a sacrificial layer to defects, as well as combat the harshness of the environment. We have options ranging from 5 years to 15 years (Lifetime) at our Vaughan location.
You may notice that we do not offer 1 year, and 2 year coatings. Such products do nothing to increase actual hardness of clear coat, nor add a hardened sacrificial layer, and are merely for water beading. It is our strong belief that such products are a disservice to clients, as the protection factor is non existent, and they can enjoy hydrophobic behaviour by applying a spray coating on their own. We have a firm belief of doing things the right way, or not doing them at all!
High end professional ceramic coatings can provide a "glass" like look, because in essence, we are installing a permanent layer of liquid glass on your clear coat!
Best Ceramic Coatings | Toronto Buffing Inc.
Introduction
One thing should be reiterated. If a ceramic coating performs well, it is offered at our shop. Coating systems that have frequent complaints in the community, or have frequent failures, are not offered at Toronto Buffing. We have tried every single note worthy coating, and our selection is justified. What is offered at our facility is the creme de la crème, no nonsense ceramic coatings.
Ceramic Pro
Ceramic Pro is currently the best coating system available in the Toronto Area. These are full spectrum coatings, offering specific protections for particular substrates. Click here to learn more about Ceramic Pro Toronto Buffing's primary line of coatings.
Fireball Korea Ceramic Coatings
Fireball Korea's top line of coatings are not to be taken likely. They boast extreme durability, increased surface hardness, and incredible water repelling behaviour. Though they are a niche brand, rest assured their coatings are top tier. Fireball Butterfly Coating is a high performer as well. This single layer coating offers more durability and protection than competing multi layer coatings. This small company does not care to put on heirs; they let the product do the talking.
Xpel Fusion Ceramic Coating
Xpel is a well known brand of paint protection film, but most are unaware that they offer a premium ceramic coating. At Toronto Buffing, we offer Xpel Fusion Ceramic Coating as an add on to any PPF installation. It increases the longevity, and self cleaning effect of most paint protection films. Though this coating can be used as a stand alone paint coating, we have found there are better options, and this product is best suited for flexible finishes, such as Paint Protection Film, or Vinyl Wraps.
Paint Protection Film or Clear Bra or PPF
PPF at Toronto Buffing Inc.
PPF (paint protection film) is a clear film that’s applied to the surface of your vehicle to protect your paint from rock chips, minor dents, bugs and other road debris keeping your paint unharmed. PPF is a popular choice by customers whom want to preserve their original paint from the inevitabilities of vehicle ownership, such as wear and tear. In Toronto, paint protection film is a non negotiable. Winter salt can erode your paint rapidly, and summer driving is filled with hazards such as stones from the cities many construction sites.
When comparing PPF to Ceramic Coating, paint protection has one major benefit over ceramic: impact resistance. Paint protection film is a measurable material of plastic that is installed onto a vehicle, where as ceramic coating is a liquid. Naturally, there is a drawback, which is cost. PPF in Toronto can cost significantly more than a ceramic coating pricing. The articles below can help guide clients, and assist in making an informed decision.
Why to NOT go with the cheapest PPF Shop
Ceramic Coating Cost Factors in Toronto
Paint Protection Film Pricing Guide Toronto
Paint Protection Film Removal Toronto
At Toronto Buffing, our most popular package of PPF is the Full Front End, which consist of complete coverage of the hood, fenders, front bumper, and side mirrors. These are high impact areas of the vehicle, meaning they are the most common areas where damage may occur. Full Body Paint Protection Film is also a close second for our frequently installed package. This premium service includes maximum coverage on all exterior painted panels*. During these installs, vehicles are disassembled, cleaned, and thoroughly corrected, prior to any PPF being installed. One thing that should be noted is that a full body PPF at Toronto Buffing takes a minimum of two weeks to complete, where as many facilities throw out jobs in a few short days. Spending the right time is important, especially when you will be looking at this finish for up to 10 years.
Self healing films are the latest technology in the automotive world. If scratched, the film can be repaired by simply heating the material. The material reflows itself, thus removing the defect.
As mentioned, Toronto Buffing Inc. has a no-nonsense approach to paint protection film materials. Where a vast majority of facilities are short changing clients, taking advantage of their lack of experience, Toronto Buffing stands true. We only use big brand paint protection films, such as Suntek, Xpel, Stek, and Hexis. Find out what good paint protection film should be, and contact Toronto Buffing today.
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- Ultimate Protection
Simply put, Suntek offers one of the best paint protection film on the market. They are industry leaders in the PPF market, offering the highest quality, consistent polyurethane materials. The film is extremely durable, and resist stone chips, swirl marks, scratches, chemicals etc. Their latest product Suntek Reaction, is currently the industry leading product, and the go to material of professional installers world wide. While we are aware that many clients request Xpel paint protection, we no longer use such films due to quality issues. We have found that the clarity, quality of glue and poly, and longevity exceed Xpel*.
*This is our opinion after using this product in the past.
- Industry Leaders
You have purchased a new vehicle, and are looking for the best protection on the market. Ceramic coatings are wonderful, but do not protect you against stone chips, and deep scratches. You want to be able to enjoy your vehicle without worrying about damaging the aesthetics via wear and tear. Your search is over ; invest in Paint Protection Film!
- Warranty you can trust
Suntek has many benefits over traditional materials. They offer a 10 - 12 year standard warranty on their films . Suntek states: Our film also comes with a full 10-year warranty against yellowing, discoloration, peeling, cracking and hazing. If it fails, we’ll replace it—labor included. With a warranty offering like this, it is clear that this company truly stands behind their product! This warranty means something, and is backed by a company that has been in business longer than it's declared warranty period.
- More Than Just Installation; It's All In The Prep
In the paint protection film industry, there is a wide range with regards to quality of installs. Many veterans in the business will explain, that it is very rare to have a perfect paint protection film installation. There are many factors that contribute to the end result of a ppf installation. These include quality of the paint, condition of the paint, quality of the film, capability of the installer, and environment. We at Toronto Buffing Inc. have the solutions to bring paint up to a move acceptable standard prior to installation; something lacking in alternative service facilities.
Paint protection film has the tendency to amplify certain defects such as stone chips, and micropitting. With the same token, ppf can in fact “flow” certain deeper defects, and reduce their visibility. It is important to understand the limitations of paint protection film. Prior to commencing our work, a blunt conversation about expectations occurs, ensuring there are no surprises.
At Toronto Buffing Inc, we offer several additional services that can bring your paint to a more acceptable, more suitable level for paint protection film installations. Panel refinishing, or repainting, is highly recommended on panels with moderate to severe stone chips. This process reconditions the entire panel, removing all defects.
Our stone chip repair service can assist in further improving a finish prior to PPF installation. Keep in mind, this service is generally limited in scope, as only certain stone chips can be repaired. In certain cases, we are limited in terms of colour match. Certain parameters must be met in order for a chip repair to have a positive result. As mentioned in our chip repair category, improvement, and protection from corrosion is the goal with any chip repair.
Watersanding can improve certain defects that a standard paint correction can not solve. Issues such as orange peel, dust in clearcoat, and previous touch ups are all items that will be amplified by a paint protection film install. Wetsanding can improve these deficiencies prior to install.It is clear that proper preparation is a major factor to a paint protection film installation.
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Key Points: Paint Protection Film Install Vaughan
Custom Coverage
When it comes to PPF Toronto Buffing cuts no corners. All possible edges are wrapped with our installation. What sets us apart is we go beyond the typical precut solution, which is especially useful on rare and unique vehicles. Suntek's superior adhesive makes it especially useful for custom coverage involving bulk applications. Toronto Buffing Inc. knows what can cause complications in PPF installs, and have the strategies to avoid issues.
Superior Quality Control
When it comes to quality control, at Toronto Buffing we go above the norm. We have developed several methods to check our work during the ppf install, as well as after install. At our Vaughan location, we take an addition step to ensure our quality is top notch, by way of a mandatory 2 week complementary follow up. This allows us to address any potential issues. Our commitment to quality continues after the vehicle leaves our workshop.
Strategic Disassembly
In house technicians will carefully and precisely disassemble when necessary to ensure your PPF installation is wrapped as much as possible. This process is done with extreme care, and is necessary to reduce the chance of dust contamination. Percautions are taken to ensure no chaffing of paint, and all bolts are reinstalled back to factory specifications. In addition to better coverage, disassembly ensures that no hidden dirt falls behind your paint protection film. This is a key factor which separates a good paint protection film install from a bad one.
Self Healing Technology
Most high end paint protection film is self healing, using EPT (elastomeric polymer technology) . They are products that are solids, with rubber like properties (elastometers). This means that if any swirls or light-medium scratches are inflicted on the surface, they can heal themselves with either the heat of the sun, warm water, or a heat gun. What this means for the client is that you will not have to replace your film frequently once it gets tarnished. In fact, the rate of deterioration is exponentially reduced with this and other technologies in the film.
Top Coat Technology of Suntek PPF
Furthermore, another benefit of using Suntek's film is their newest topcoat technology which protects the film. Old school clear bra films yellow, fade, and scar after as little as 1 year of use. This is not the case with Suntek. The film retains its gloss for years with this special clearcoat technology, and protects against environmental contamination. Bugs, tree sap, bird droppings, can be easily removed with a microfiber towel, where as with a normal paint surface, would require thorough decontamination or even polishing!
Zero Orange Peel with Modern PPF
Another huge benefit with modern high end films such as Suntek Ultra PPF, Hexis Bodyfence, and Xpel is the zero orange peel effect it has. In the past with other materials, customers had to compromise between showing their paints true beauty, and protecting it. The professionals at the paint protection film manufacturing plants have solved this. Traditional films give a slight texture appearance, hindering the gloss and aesthetics of your vehicle. Our install gives you seamless protection; you won't be able to see where the film starts and the paint ends!