Professional Ceramic Coating in Rockaway, NJ
1st Effect Auto applies professional-grade ceramic coatings in tiers — 1-year entry, 3-year multi-season, and 5-year+ long-life formulations — in a clean, climate-controlled body shop. Real paint correction first when the finish calls for it, then coating bonded to a properly prepped surface so it actually lasts. Lifetime workmanship warranty on the install.
Last updated May 27, 2026
Coating tiers
- 1-year coating — entry hydrophobic and gloss-boost layer; good for daily drivers wanting easier washing.
- 3-year coating — multi-season chemical resistance, better gloss depth, easier maintenance.
- 5-year+ coating — flagship multi-year hardness, UV stability, and water-spot resistance; the right call for showpieces, weekend drivers, and protected garage cars.
Pricing depends on coating tier, vehicle size, and how much paint correction the finish needs before the coating goes down. We give an honest written quote after looking at the car.
Why prep is most of the price
A ceramic coating only performs to its rated life if it's bonded to a clean, decontaminated, polished paint surface. Skipping correction and just slapping the coating on top of swirl marks and water spots locks defects in for years. We do the prep properly — wash, decontamination, machine polish where appropriate — then coat.
The 1st Effect difference
- Climate-controlled body-shop install — not a driveway job.
- Proper paint correction before coating where the finish needs it.
- Multiple tiers — match the coating life to how you use the car.
- Lifetime workmanship warranty on the application.
- AAA Approved · BBB A+ · Established 1951.
Free ceramic coating quote — no appointment
325 US-46, Rockaway, NJ 07866 · Mon–Sat 8am–5pm · Sun 8am–12pm