Pick PPF if
Your car is new, you drive on highways often, or the paint is dark or premium and you want to keep chips off it.
Buyer's guide · Karnal · updated October 2026
PPF vs ceramic coating
PPF and ceramic coating do different jobs. PPF is a thick clear film that stops stone chips and scratches, and starts at ₹45,000 in Karnal. Ceramic coating is a thin hard layer that adds gloss and makes washing easier, and starts at ₹13,000. Choose PPF for protection, ceramic coating for shine on a budget, or both for the best result.
Side by side
The difference
| Compare | PPF | Ceramic coating |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A thick, clear film laid over the paint by hand | A thin, hard liquid layer that bonds to the clear coat |
| Stone chips & scratches | Takes the hit. Stops most chips and light scratches | Does not stop chips. Resists light swirls only |
| Gloss & look | Gloss or matte finish. Self-heals fine swirls with heat | Deep, wet-look gloss |
| Water & dirt | Normal, unless coated on top | Water beads and rolls off. Dust sticks less |
| Thickness | Typically 150–200 microns | A few microns |
| Starting price in Karnal | ₹45,000 (full body) | ₹13,000 |
| Best for | New cars, highway driving, premium and dark paint | Easy washing and shine on a budget |
Which one
How to choose
Pick ceramic coating if
You mainly want gloss and easier washing, the car is used in the city, or the budget is closer to ₹13,000.
Pick both if
You want full protection and the best shine. PPF goes on the paint, ceramic coating goes on top.
FAQ
PPF vs ceramic questions
PPF or ceramic coating: which is better for my car?
PPF is better if you want protection from stone chips and scratches, especially on a new car or one that does a lot of highway driving. Ceramic coating is better if you mainly want shine and easy washing on a smaller budget. At Epic Detailing Studio in Karnal, PPF starts at ₹45,000 and ceramic coating starts at ₹13,000.
Can I get both PPF and ceramic coating?
Yes, and many owners do. The PPF goes on first to protect the paint, then a ceramic coating goes on top of the film and any uncovered parts for extra gloss and easier washing.
What is the price difference in Karnal?
Full-body PPF starts at ₹45,000 and ceramic coating starts at ₹13,000 at Epic Detailing Studio. The final price depends on the car's size, the brand and the paint's condition. Send your car model on WhatsApp at 93501 55555 for an exact quote.
Is front-only PPF a good middle option?
Yes. Covering the bonnet, bumper, mirrors and front fenders protects the parts that take the most chips, and costs less than full-body PPF. You can add ceramic coating on the rest of the car.
Which brands do you use?
For PPF: 3M, Garware, CosmoPPF, Rhyno Shield, Saint-Gobain, Carskin and Nexgen. For coatings: CarPro, Kovalent, Turtle Wax and other 9H and 10H coatings, plus graphene and borophene.
How long does each job take?
It depends on the car and the paint's condition, because both start with a wash, decontamination and polish. Ask on WhatsApp and we will give you a time with the quote.
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