Will a nano ceramic or glass based paint coating create a better shine then wax?

[XJL]

I understand a paint coating will last much longer, but if the surface preparation is done properly, will a paint coating produce superior shine, gloss and depth over a high quality wax or sealant?

Please share your thoughts!

 

[HUMP DIESEL]

Hmmm, this is a big question. As you have stated, if the prep work is the same, the look of a high quality glass coating will be different from a premium wax. Waxes tend to give the paint a deep wet look, the coatings have an extreme level of gloss, think candy apple. They both have their place.

HUMP

 

[XJL]

So generally speaking, a coating will provide a high gloss appearance versus a wax which will be more of a wet look with maybe more depth. I realize this is an individual preference, but I prefer the high gloss personally.

What about sealants?

 

[AGOatemywallet]

Yes

Some ceramic coatings contain ingredients that are more reflective than the paint they are applied to

One example is CQuartz UK

 

[Desertnate]

Color and type of paint may change how a coating will look. I recently applied the Blackfire coating to a metallic grey Mazda3. On that paint, I didn't notice the coating looking much different from other waxes and sealants I've applied. It looks good, just not noticeably different.

If I was to apply the same product to my black metallic car or my wife's maroon metallic vehicle, I may see a great deal of difference.