Cerakote Rapid Ceramic – Does It Just Sit on the Surface?
We tested Cerakote vs. Tough As Shell to see which coating actually bonds to the paint—and which one just gives temporary shine.
Initial Flash and Fake Gloss?
Cerakote Rapid Ceramic gives a quick pop in gloss after application—but when we rinsed with water just 7 days later, the surface feel was already flat. Beading dropped off. That’s a red flag for poor bonding.
Tough As Shell: Designed to Bond
Unlike Cerakote, Tough As Shell chemically adheres to the surface. It doesn’t just enhance gloss—it forms a slick, durable shield that repels water, dirt, and UV rays. You can feel the difference after buffing. One feels dry. The other feels protected.
We Did the Tape Test
We masked a panel in half, applied both products, and removed the tape 48 hours later. The Tough As Shell side had a noticeable boundary of gloss and slickness. Cerakote’s edge was barely visible—and water didn’t bead much at all.
💡 Ready for Real Protection That Bonds?
Try Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray today and feel the difference in slickness, durability, and long-term protection.
Don’t Let Water Do the Talking
If your ceramic spray stops beading after a few days, it probably never bonded in the first place. That’s the case we found with Cerakote. It may enhance gloss short-term—but Tough As Shell actually protects.
