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Cabriolet Hood Protection

Cabriolet Hood Protection

We have a range of hydrophobic and nano-coatings which repel water and help to prevent lichen, moss and grime from adhering to your fabric hood.

New Again are convertible roof specialists with over 30 years experience in caring for our customers' soft-tops. Without protection and regular cleaning, a cabriolet roof will fade, rot, stain and become worn, which could lead to costly replacement.

Protect Your Soft Top with the Very Best Weather Resistant Coatings

Although your hood came from the showroom with a weatherproof coating, it generally only lasts 6–9 months before it wears off and needs to be re-applied. A fabric hood protector has UV protection to prevent your hood from fading, and may have antifungal properties to slow the growth of unsightly moss, algae and lichen.

It will also have hydrophobic properties which make water bead up and roll off. And while it is impossible to prevent dirt and grit settling on your roof, clogging it over time, a water repellant coating will help prevent it getting settled into a soggy bed of dirt. It also means your roof will dry quickly and so is less inviting for things to grow.

It will also form a protective barrier against road traffic film, tree sap, oils and bird droppings.

Hood before cleaninghood after protection.

Specialist Cabriolet Roof Cleaning and Restoration

Before a protective coating can be applied, it's essential that the hood be thoroughly cleaned. We have a variety of electric brushes, air tools, and we even have a set-up for drying your hood, all done in a controlled environment. If you have ever tried to clean a hood yourself, you'll know it's hard, time-consuming work. This equipment allows us to clean your hood quickly, efficiently and most of all, safely. 

 

Renovo Ultra-Proofer

Ultra-Proofer re-establishes the convertible tops original 'as new' waterproof weather barrier. The recently improved formulation now has the added benefits of UV factor protection and a mould/mildew growth inhibitor to ensure soft tops look like new for longer.

Ultra-Proofer will help to prevent the harmful penetration of everyday dirt into the fibres of new and old convertible top material and help to keep it looking fresher for even longer.

It is advised that Renovo Ultra Proofer be re-applied every six months.

Vadervakt 2 Year weather proof coating

Two-Year Nano Coating

We can also provide Vädervakt  two stage  protective and hydrophobic coating which contains antimicrobial agents, the nano-particles coat the fibres of your fabric hood providing extended durability to up to two years.

This coating goes on thick and contains silicones which make it waxy with an attractive sheen, much like a wax jacket, and has the added benefit of darkening your roof.

Convertible Hood Price Menu

If you have a new or fairly new car and just want weather proofing, then you will just need a quick clean and the weatherproofing. Otherwise, you will most likely require a machine-clean and weather protection. Recolouring is seldom needed.

We don't want you spending more money than you need to. Trust us to help you to choose when you are here.

What size is my convertible?

Deep Clean Prices

For hoods that have green, lichen, brown stains or just look dirty. Our machine clean will remove years of dirt, bringing back the original colour.   Our Most Popular Service

2 Seater Convertible Roof Cleaning Service Renovo® 6-Month Vädervakt 2-Year
Machine Clean / Weather Protection £365 £465
4 Seater or 2+2 Convertible Roof Cleaning Service Renovo® 6-Month Vädervakt 2-Year
Machine Clean / Weather Protection £432 £532
XL Grand Tourer Convertible Roof Cleaning Service Renovo® 6-Month Vädervakt 2-Year
Machine Clean / Weather Protection £632 £732

Light Clean Prices

For new cars or new hoods. If your hood already looks clean, we will just need to give it a light clean and dry to remove any dust before weatherproofing.

2 Seater Convertible Roof Cleaning Service Renovo® 6-Month Vädervakt 2-Year
Clean / Weather Protection £205 £272
4 Seater or 2+2 Convertible Roof Cleaning Service Renovo® 6-Month Vädervakt 2-Year
Clean / Weather Protection £248 £315
XL Grand Tourer Convertible Roof Cleaning Service Renovo® 6-Month Vädervakt 2-Year
Clean / Weather Protection £448 £515
Kritox Rubber and Neoprene clean and conditioner Prices
Whole Car + pipe-flush and drainage checkup. £120.00
Roof rubbers/seals + pipe-flush and drainage checkup. £80.00
Pipe flush and drainage checkup - If drainage pipes are found to be blocked, we will unblock them if we can. However, on some models of cars they might also be missing, broken or damaged due to age, or need dismantling to diagnose the problem. 
Hood Recolouring and Colour Removal Prices
Renovo Colour Reviver £120.00
Colour Removal £990.00
Recolouring is seldom needed, and we only recommend it on older vehicles with canvas roofs. On newer vehicles, it doesn't give the finish most people expect, which is why we are asked to remove colouring far more frequently than we ever apply it. [more]

Soft Top package Deal

The Special £999

4-Seater Offer - Normally, worth £1705* 

Let's make this simple, get your car a complete makeover. Transform your vehicle with this incredible package that restores your paintwork to a like-new finish, leaving it gleaming and protected. Deal includes:-

  •  Hood Cleaned and our 2-Year protective coating
  • Drainage System Flushed
  • Krytox Rubber Seal Restorer/Conditioner
  • De-scale - limescale removal
  • Wheel Descale, Heatproof protection + top-up
  • Exterior paintwork clay decontamination
  • Two-Stage Machine Polish
  • Rupes 1-Year Professional Advanced Paintwork Sealant

This is a great deal with an average saving of £706.

It's the Cheapest Way to get a new car!

*Prices based on price for an Audi A4/A5 Convertible. Offer does not apply to Grand Tourers.

 

Soft Top package Deal

The Full Monty £1199

4-Seater Offer - Normally, worth £1925*

Let's make this simple, get your car a complete makeover. Transform your vehicle with this incredible package that restores your paintwork to a like-new finish, leaving it gleaming and protected. Deal includes:-

  •  Hood Cleaned and our 2-Year protective coating
  • Drainage System Flushed
  • Krytox Rubber Seal Restorer/Conditioner
  • De-scale - limescale removal
  • Wheel De-scale, Heatproof Protection + Top-up
  • Exterior paintwork clay decontamination
  • Three-Stage Machine Polish
  • 2-Year Professional Ceramic Coating.

Learn about the benefits of ceramic coatings by watching these videos.

That's an average saving of £726. This is the same as The Special, but with a 2-year ceramic coating and extra machine polish.

It's the Cheapest Way to get a new car!

*Prices based on price for an Audi A4/A5 Convertible. Offer does not apply to Grand Tourers.

Standby Special Offer

Free Upgrade on Your Ceramic or Graphene Coating!

Want to be flexible and save big? Join our Standby List!

If you're happy to be on call to fill any last-minute cancellations or gaps in our schedule, we'll reward you with a free upgrade to your ceramic or graphene coating when we book you in.

Here’s how it works:

  • We’ll notify you at least 2 days in advance if a slot becomes available.
  • If you accept and we use your booking, you’ll receive a complimentary upgrade on your chosen coating service.

It’s our way of saying thank you for being flexible!

*This offer CANNOT be used in conjunction with other offers

Ceramic Coating Upgrade for small sports

MX5 Special Offer

MX5 Deal £1000

The Full Monty with 3-Year Ceramic Coating! Normally, worth £2085*

Highly desirable, people hang onto sports cars for years, but your two-seater sports car isn't old -- it's just neglected. So we are extending the Full Monty Offer to smaller two-seater sports cars. If you have a MX5 or something similar size, you get everything you get on the Full Monty:

  •  Hood Cleaned and our 2-Year protective coating
  • Drainage System Flushed
  • Krytox Rubber Seal Restorer/Conditioner
  • De-scale - limescale removal
  • Wheel De-scale, Heatproof Protection + Top-up
  • Exterior paintwork clay decontamination
  • Three-Stage Machine Polish.

Additionally, you get:

That's a saving of £1085! This is the same as The Full Monty, but with a 3-year Matrix ceramic coating and extra machine polish.

It's the Cheapest Way to get a new car!

This offer applies to - Honda S2000, Fiat Barchetta, Alfa Romeo Spider and MG F.
Does not include larger 2 seaters - BMW Z3, Z4, Boxter, etc.
Does not include 2+2 or Grand Tourers - Aston Martin, Jaguar, Porsche 911, etc.  

Ceramic Coating Upgrade for Mini

Mini Special Offer

Mini Deal £1099

The Full Monty with 3-Year Ceramic Coating! Normally, worth £2152*

The full Monty Deal has proved so popular, we now do it on most of the cars we do and the bigger the car, the more money you save.  So we decided to give more to smaller car owners. You get everything you get on the Full Monty:

  •  Hood Cleaned and our 2-Year protective coating
  • Drainage System Flushed
  • Krytox Rubber Seal Restorer/Conditioner
  • De-scale - limescale removal
  • Wheel De-scale, Heatproof Protection + Top-up
  • Exterior paintwork clay decontamination
  • Three-Stage Machine Polish.

Additionally, you get:

That's a saving of £1053! This is the same as The Full Monty, but with a 3-year Matrix ceramic coating and extra machine polish.

It's the Cheapest Way to get a new car!

Ceramic Coating Upgrade for City Cars

Fiat 500 Special Offer

Fiat 500 Deal £999

The Full Monty with 3-Year Ceramic Coating! Normally, worth £2085*

The full Monty Deal has proved so popular, we now do it on most of the cars we do and the bigger the car, the more money you save.  So we decided to give more to small car owners. You get everything you get on the Full Monty:

  •  Hood Cleaned and our 2-Year protective coating
  • Drainage System Flushed
  • Krytox Rubber Seal Restorer/Conditioner
  • De-scale - limescale removal
  • Wheel De-scale, Heatproof Protection + Top-up
  • Exterior paintwork clay decontamination
  • Three-Stage Machine Polish.

Additionally, you get:

That's a saving of £1086! This is the same as The Full Monty, but with a 3-year Matrix ceramic coating and extra machine polish.

It's the Cheapest Way to get a new car!

This offer also applies to other convertible city cars: Smart Car, Citroën Ami, C3, etc.

 
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Cabriolet Roof Cleaning Videos

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Mini Cooper S Sidewalk | Convertible Hood Clean Mini Cooper S Sidewalk Cabriolet Hood Clean
BMW 325 CI | Ceramic Coating & Convertible Roof Cleaning BMW 325 CI Cabriolet Roof Cleaning
Audi TT | Ceramic paint protection Audi TT Ceramic paint protection & a chat about hoods

Convertible Roof Protection FAQs

Will waterproofing stop leaks in my roof?

No — reproofing only adds a protective layer to the outer fabric. It won’t seal holes, rips, or a failed membrane. If your car is leaking, it usually needs a different fix such as drainage cleaning or rubber seal work.

How often should I re-waterproof my convertible hood?

Reproof your roof when water no longer runs off cleanly. If the fabric feels heavy and stays wet after rain, that’s the sign it’s time. After a professional treatment, you’ll notice the fabric looks almost dry even after a downpour.

How long does Renovo Ultra-Proofer last?

Renovo recommend six months. In practice, it can last longer, but dirt build-up and regular washing reduce its effectiveness. We suggest a full clean and reproof twice a year — once before winter and once before summer. The good news is, once the hood is spotless, topping up with Ultra-Proofer is quick and easy to do yourself.

Can you repair damaged convertible roofs?

We can patch very small holes, but the repair won’t be invisible. Larger rips, rotten stitching, or big tears are rarely worth fixing. In those cases, replacement pattern roofs are available, and many specialists can fit them. It isn’t cheap, but it’s the right solution for badly neglected hoods.

Why has my hood stopped beading water?

Beading is a short-lived effect. After a couple of weeks, dust and grime on the fabric stop droplets forming neat beads. That doesn’t mean the roof has lost protection — the coating is still working until the material starts to absorb water and feel saturated.

Will reproofing stop roof leaks?

No — reproofing only helps the fabric repel water. Modern soft tops are kept watertight by a hidden rubber or neoprene membrane. If you’re seeing leaks inside the car, it’s usually caused by blocked drains or seals not seating properly, both of which we can fix.

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"We can offer specialist advice on the best Cabriolet Hood Protection service to suit your requirements"

When bringing your car to New Again, we often ask you to explain exactly the reason for having your car Protected, Detailed or Repaired. Once we understand exactly what it is you are trying to achieve, we will appraise your vehicle using our detailed appraisal check-sheet allowing us to identify areas of concern and tailor specific services that match your requirements and budget.

If you are not sure what service you need and would like to speak to one of our technicians, simply request a callback by filling in the form on our contact page.