The 20 Most Creative Places to Use Ceramic Spray (You’re Probably Missing Half of These)
You know ceramic spray is great for paint. But what if you could stretch your bottle of Tough As Shell to protect way more than just the panels? Here are 20 clever, effective ways to use ceramic spray—most of which your neighbors haven’t even thought of.
1. Door Jambs
Keep these high-touch, grime-prone areas cleaner and easier to wipe down. Buff in lightly after a thorough clean.
2. Engine Bay Plastics
Use on engine covers, fuse boxes, and painted shock towers (not on belts or sensors!). Keeps everything looking OEM clean.
3. Fender Liners
Apply after cleaning to reduce mud and grime buildup—especially on trucks or off-roaders.
4. Exhaust Tips
Wipe on once cool to the touch. Helps prevent soot buildup and staining.
5. Wiper Arms and Cowl Panels
Fade protection and a cleaner look around the windshield. Just avoid the rubber blades.
6. Wheels (Including Barrels)
Repels brake dust and road grime. Use monthly for easy cleanup.
7. Side Mirrors (Glass + Housing)
Improves rain repellency and reduces water spots on glass and mirror plastics.
8. Headlights and Taillights
Protects against hazing and oxidation—great for UV-exposed plastics.
9. Trim and Molding
Helps prevent fading and staining on plastic and vinyl trim.
10. Chrome and Polished Metal
Boosts shine and protects from tarnish, especially on grills and badges.
11. Door Handles and Tight Trim
High-contact areas that benefit from water beading and grime resistance.
12. Rear Hatch and Trunk Jambs
Often neglected—but a magnet for dust and runoff. Coat once and forget it.
13. License Plate Surrounds
Stops gunk and dirt from building up behind the plate frame.
14. Kick Panels and Door Sills
Protects from scuff marks and shoe grime in high-traffic entry areas.
15. Windshields and Side Windows
Apply lightly and buff well. Great for rainy driving and wiper glide.
16. Motorcycle Parts
Use on tanks, wheels, chrome, and windshields for full coverage on your bike.
17. Glass Sunroofs
Helps prevent water spotting and makes glass easier to clean.
18. Underside Panels (Splash Shields)
Reduces salt and road grime buildup. Just avoid suspension components.
19. Behind the Fuel Door
One of the dirtiest, most ignored areas. Clean it, coat it, and walk away.
20. Over a Ceramic Coating (As a Topper)
Revives performance and boosts gloss between full re-coats. Adds slickness, too.
Bonus: Where Not to Use Ceramic Spray
- Touchscreens or infotainment systems
- Fabric seats or upholstery
- Rubber seals or tires
- Directly on brake rotors
Testimonial
“I used Tough As Shell on nearly every part of my car—paint, wheels, calipers, trim, even the door jambs. Makes every wash easier and everything looks dialed in.” – Noah L.
Maximize Every Drop of Tough As Shell
When you apply ceramic spray with precision and creativity, you get more out of every bottle—and a vehicle that stays cleaner, looks sharper, and protects longer.
✅ Stock up on Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray to handle all 20 of these use cases and more.
✅ Pair it with The Super Soaper and The Massive Drying Towel for the ultimate wash, dry, and protect combo.
Want to keep learning? Check out: How Long Do Spray Ceramic Coatings Last?
