Matrix Blue Ceramic Coating

A three year ceramic glass coating and vehicle protection package, which can be extended with periodical one year top-ups.

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The entry tier in the Matrix Ceramics range -- proven 9H ceramic with the same hydrophobic technology as Matrix Black, applied in a single coat. Suited to newer cars where preparation time is shorter and a 3-year commitment makes more financial sense than an 8-year one. 3-year warranty.

Specular Gloss
8
Clarity
8
Chroma
8
Glitz
7
Chemical Resist.
6
Hardness
7
Durability
3
What do these scores mean?
Specular Gloss
Wet-look mirror reflectivity
Clarity
Sharpness of reflections
Chroma
Colour saturation and depth
Glitz
Metallic pop and pearlescent differentiation
Chemical Resist.
Resistance to bird lime, tree sap and wash chemicals
Hardness
Scratch and mar resistance
Durability
Warranty-backed longevity

Scores are our team’s subjective assessments, based on direct workshop experience. They reflect how each coating compares against the others in our range — not against any external standard.

3 Year
Warranty
“It’s easier to clean -- you’ll have to wash it about half the amount of times... and you get to drive around in a mega-shiny car like this one.”

Matrix Blue is our most popular coating and the one the team recommends most. It carries the same 9H ceramic technology and hydrophobic finish as Matrix Black, applied in a single coat with a 3-year warranty -- the right balance of performance and commitment for most customers. If you change your car every few years, or you want genuine ceramic protection without locking in an 8-year spend, this is it.

Permanent coatings regularly outlast their official guarantees; we’ve seen Matrix Blue well beyond its three-year mark still performing well. Use Matrix Recharge periodically to refresh the gloss and extend the life further -- there’s no reason a well-maintained application shouldn’t see you through several more years.

Backed by our own no-fuss, 3-year transferable guarantee. See our full guarantee.

Is Matrix Blue the right coating for you?

Matrix Blue suits the customer who wants proven ceramic quality without the 8-year commitment. It’s particularly well-suited to newer cars -- less preparation needed, lower price, and if you’re likely to change the car before eight years are up anyway, the maths works in your favour. The coating itself is the same chemistry as Matrix Black; the difference is the warranty period and the price.

Matrix Blue Ceramic Coating

Matrix Blue uses the same generation ceramic technology as Matrix Black -- a hard, clear SiO2 layer that bonds chemically to the paint surface, rated 9H on the pencil hardness scale. It resists micro-scratches from washing and road grime, and it won’t crack, burn off or peel. As one RS owner put it: “the coating is harder than the paint, and it makes it resilient to all those horrible scratches.” At any point you can bring the car back to us and we’ll apply a Recharge coat to rejuvenate the surface and add another year of coverage. AutoSmart manufacture it in the UK; we apply it as trained professionals.

Taking his F-Type to a Jaguar event, the owner had it through four machine polishes and a full Matrix Blue ceramic. His verdict: “It’s better now than when I got it.”

What Matrix Blue delivers

  • Same chemistry as Matrix Black -- proven 9H ceramic with crystal clarity and clean high-gloss shine, at a 3-year commitment and a lower price point.
  • 3-year warranty -- backed by AutoSmart’s manufacturer guarantee and our own no-fuss, transferable warranty. See our full guarantee.
  • Extendable with Matrix Recharge -- bring the car back and we top it up; gloss refreshed, coverage extended by another year. Repeat as long as you own the car.

New Car Paint Protection

Prices split by preparation. New cars under 400 miles need detailing and panel prep only. Used cars need at minimum a two-stage machine polish first -- that preparation is included and reflected in the price.

Used Vehicle Prices

For used cars. Price includes double machine-polish, clay bar decontamination, exterior detail, panel preparation, and a durable coat of Matrix.

Additional Machine Polishing Scratch Repair & Paintwork Correction

  Vehicle Size MATRIX Blue  
Small £763
Medium/Small Sports £858
Executive/Sport £953
Large Sport/Large Exc/Small 4x4 £1143
XL exec/ People Carrier/4x4 £1428
XXL Luxury/Commercial £1642

New Vehicle Prices

For new cars with less than 400 miles. Price includes car exterior detailed, panel preparation, and a durable coat of Matrix.

  Vehicle Size MATRIX Blue  
Small £580
Medium/Small Sports £720
Executive/Sport £765
Large Sport/Large Exc/Small 4x4 £905
XL exec/ People Carrier/4x4 £1095
XXL Luxury/Commercial £1285
  Additional Nano-Coating Prices  
Matrix Recharge £120
All Vehicle Lights, Mirrors & Windows £120
Wheels & Exhaust High Temperature Nano-Coating £120
Helios Shield - Coating for nose cone - Helps reduce insect stains and road rash. £120
Leather Interior Nano-Protection £120
Fabric Seats & Door Panels Hydrophobic protection £120
Fabric Carpets, Mats & Boot Hydrophobic protection £120
Hood Hydrophobic Nano-Protection £240
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Really pleased with the results for my Aston Martin, detailing work was outstanding, would definitely recommend.

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Matrix Blue - Ceramic Coating FAQs

Is Matrix Blue only for blue cars?

No. The “Blue” is just the product name. Matrix Blue can be applied to any colour, including black, white and metallics. Choose it for performance, not the colour on the label.

Will it really last 3 years?

In our experience, paint sealants regularly outlast their official guarantees -- often two or three times longer with normal care. Three years is the warranty floor, not the ceiling. Performance tapers gradually but protection remains well beyond that. Use Matrix Recharge periodically to refresh the gloss, and there’s no reason the coating shouldn’t last many years further.

How often will I need to wash my car?

Typically about half as often as before. Dirt sticks less, so wash when it looks like it needs it. For best results, use a self-service pressure washer and pH-neutral shampoo, then dry with a clean microfibre.

Do ceramic coatings protect against bird droppings?

Better than waxes or sealants, yes -- but nothing is bulletproof. Bird mess is highly corrosive. A coating buys you extra time and makes removal easier, but clean it off as soon as you spot it.

Find more frequently asked questions on our knowledge base