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The Journal · page 6
Real cars that came through our Al Quoz studio: what we did to them, why, and what we learned doing it.
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Painting Plastic Trim, Body Kits and Exterior Components
How plastic bumpers, mirror caps, spoilers and aftermarket body kits are prepared and painted so the finish matches and stays…
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Panoramic Roof Tinting: Heat, Glass and Installation Considerations
How panoramic roof tint works in Dubai, which glass roofs suit film, and what to check before a roof installation.
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How Is Old PPF Safely Removed from a Car?
How professionals remove old, yellowed or failing PPF without damaging the paint, and what to check before new film goes…
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Alloy-Wheel Refinishing: Colour, Preparation and Durability
How alloy wheels are properly refinished, from kerb rash repair and preparation to colour choice, diamond-cut faces and long-term durability.
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What Happens to PPF After an Accident or Panel Repair?
What happens to paint protection film when a car is damaged, repaired and repainted, and how the panel is re-protected…
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UAE Car Tint Rules: What Drivers Should Confirm Before Installation
A practical compliance checklist for UAE car tint rules: what to confirm, how exemptions work, how tint is measured and…
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Why a dent has to be repaired and the panel made straight before any primer or colour goes on, and…
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PPF for Off-Road SUVs: Sand, Scratches and High-Impact Areas
Which areas of an SUV take damage off road in the UAE, which PPF coverage and film make sense, and…
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Car Window Tinting Cost in Dubai: Film, Coverage and Quality
What actually drives the cost of car window tinting in Dubai, from film technology and coverage to glass shape, old…
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Can Matte and Satin Cars Be Ceramic Coated?
Whether matte and satin paint can be ceramic coated, which products suit it, and how coating compares with matte PPF.
8 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
How to Wash and Maintain a Ceramic-Coated Car
A practical guide to washing and maintaining a ceramic-coated car in Dubai, from the first week to long-term care.
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How Long Does Ceramic Coating Last in Dubai?
How long a ceramic coating really lasts in Dubai, what shortens it, and how to get the most from the…
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