R1 Ceramic – Cure Time Instructions

Cure Time Details

R1 Nano Ceramic Coating – LuxeArt Professional Application

Your vehicle has been professionally coated with R1 Nano Ceramic – a high-performance coating designed to bond to paint, glass, wheels, vinyl wrap, and trim. Although the coating is applied and flash-cured, it will continue to harden over the next several days.

General Cure Timeline:

  • Initial Surface Set: 4–8 hours (vehicle can be gently driven)
  • Full Chemical Cure: 5–7 days under ideal conditions (70–85°F)
  • Cold Weather Cure: May extend to 7–10 days (below 60°F or high humidity)

Surface-Specific Notes:

Painted Panels (Body):

  • Avoid moisture for the first 24 hours
  • No washing, touching, or wiping for 7 full days

Glass:

  • Do NOT roll windows or use wipers for at least 24 hours
  • Wipers may streak slightly for the first few uses – this will settle

Wheels:

  • Avoid brake dust build-up and do not use wheel cleaners for 7 days
  • If you must drive, lightly rinse and dry with a microfiber towel

Vinyl Wrap & PPF (If coated):

  • Coating enhances hydrophobic effect but may take longer to cure over film
  • Avoid pressure or wiping for at least 5 days, no sealants for 30 days

Trim & Plastics:

  • Do not touch, dress, or wipe for 7 days
  • Coating will continue to darken and settle over textured surfaces during cure

Cure Rules:

  • NO water, rain, or sprays for 24 hours
  • NO washing or wiping for 7 days
  • NO waxes, sealants, or detail sprays for 30 days

If water contacts the surface during the cure window, gently blot dry – do NOT rub or wipe.

What You Can & Can’t Do During Cure

Applies to all R1-coated surfaces: paint, wheels, glass, trim, and wrap

To protect the integrity of your R1 Nano Ceramic coating, follow these instructions closely during the curing phase:

DO NOT:

  • Do NOT wash or rinse the vehicle for at least 7 days
  • Do NOT wipe, buff, or apply any products to the coating during cure
  • Do NOT use windshield wipers (if glass was coated) for the first 24 hours
  • Do NOT use brake dust removers or wheel cleaners (if wheels were coated)
  • Do NOT apply tire shine, trim dressing, or quick detail sprays
  • Do NOT park under trees, sprinklers, or near construction zones

YOU MAY:

  • Drive the vehicle after the first 4–8 hours of indoor curing (we’ll confirm when it’s safe)
  • Park indoors or in direct sun – sunlight will help the coating bond
  • Gently blot away water or dew with a clean microfiber if it contacts the surface within the first 24 hours (no rubbing)

If Something Happens:

If you accidentally get rain, sprinkler spots, or bird droppings during the first 7 days:

  • Do NOT wipe it
  • Take a photo and contact LuxeArt
  • We’ll advise you if a follow-up wipe-down or inspection is needed – we got you

Aftercare & Maintenance

Keep Your R1 Ceramic Coating Looking Like Day One

Now that your coating has fully cured, the real key to performance is proper maintenance. Ceramic coatings are durable, but not bulletproof – routine care keeps the gloss, slickness, and hydrophobic power dialed all the way in.

Washing Guidelines:

  • Wait 7 full days before washing
  • Hand wash only using pH-neutral soap (no degreasers, citrus, or bug removers)
  • Use the two-bucket method or foam cannon
  • Dry with a soft microfiber towel – no chamois, squeegees, or abrasive cloths

What to Avoid:

  • No automatic car washes (even touchless – they weaken ceramic)
  • No petroleum-based detail sprays or waxes
  • No spray coatings unless LuxeArt-approved
  • No waterless washes unless labeled ceramic-safe

Protect Your Investment with LuxeArt Boost Services

Over time, exposure to sun, salt, brake dust, and road film reduces ceramic performance. To keep your vehicle protected and looking fresh, LuxeArt recommends a boost treatment every 6–12 months.

R1 Boost Treatment Includes:
  • Decontamination foam wash
  • Iron/fallout remover + surface prep
  • Application of R1 Boost to paint, wheels, trim & glass (if coated)
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R1 Ceramic – Warranty

Warranty Coverage & Customer Responsibility

R1 Nano Ceramic Coating – Installed by LuxeArt

Your vehicle has been professionally protected with R1 Nano Ceramic Coating. LuxeArt stands behind the application and product with a 5-Year Limited Warranty, provided the coating is properly maintained and not altered.

What’s Covered:

  • Oxidation, fading, or UV damage to painted surfaces
  • Surface staining from bird droppings, tree sap, bug guts, or hard water spots
  • Loss of gloss, slickness, or hydrophobic effect due to product failure
  • Coating separation or failure due to installer error

Coverage applies to any LuxeArt-installed R1 coating on paint, glass, trim, vinyl wrap, or wheels.

What’s NOT Covered:

  • Physical damage (scratches, chips, dents, abrasions, curb rash, etc.)
  • Chemical etching from strong acids, degreasers, or improper soaps
  • Damage caused by improper wash methods or automatic car washes
  • Neglected maintenance (allowing buildup of film, iron, or salt over time)
  • Wiper blade marks on coated glass
  • Surface failure due to repainting, poor factory clear, or wrap/PPF separation
  • Any tampering, removal, or reapplication of coating by non-LuxeArt parties

Important Liability Terms:

  • You must follow all post-care and maintenance instructions provided by LuxeArt
  • Warranty is only valid if the coating is cared for using ceramic-safe methods
  • Any warranty claim must be inspected and approved by LuxeArt prior to correction
  • You must report any suspected issue within 10 calendar days of noticing it

Delayed reporting may void eligibility for free correction

Annual Maintenance is Recommended:

  • Hand washing every 1–2 weeks
  • R1 Boost Treatment every 6–12 months
  • Avoiding exposure to harsh chemicals, degreasers, and touch car washes