{"product_id":"diy-detail-hydr8-ceramic-coating","title":"DIY Detail HYDR8 Ceramic Coating","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIY Detail HYDR8 Ceramic Coating: The Next-Generation TEOS Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHYDR8 is DIY Detail's newest ceramic coating — an 8-year rated, TEOS-based formula co-developed by Yvan Lacroix and the DIY Detail team. It delivers intense hydrophobics, deep gloss and a slick, easy-to-maintain finish, with an application window forgiving enough for first-time coaters yet performance that satisfies professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Chemistry — Why TEOS Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHYDR8 is built on TEOS (Tetraethyl Orthosilicate), a silica precursor that cross-links on the paint surface to form a dense SiO₂ network. According to DIY Detail, the TEOS formulation reduces applicator clogging during application and gives the cured film exceptional resistance to fracturing — one of the failure modes of conventional ceramic coatings. HYDR8 also supersedes the DIY Detail Metal Ceramic Coating, with slower carrier solvents and a longer flash time that improve performance on raw metal substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEY FEATURES \u0026amp; BENEFITS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-Year Rated Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-term protection against UV, weathering and environmental contaminants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTEOS-Based Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduced clogging during application and enhanced fracture resistance in the cured film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntense Hydrophobics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water beads tightly and sheets off, keeping the car cleaner between washes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Gloss \u0026amp; Slickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, wet-look finish with a genuinely slick touch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForgiving Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply to the whole vehicle, then return and level within 30 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for paint, glass and raw metals — it replaces the Metal Ceramic Coating in the DIY Detail range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Results, DIY Ease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional-grade durability with a user-friendly process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIRECTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with a clean, dry, properly corrected surface. Wipe down with DIY Detail Panel Prep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWearing gloves, in a well-ventilated area, prime the applicator with 8–10 drops, then use 1–2 drops per panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply in a circular motion, working panel by panel. You can coat the entire vehicle, then return and level within 30 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatch the surface: as the coating cross-links it turns to an \"oil slick on water\" appearance. When roughly 50% of the surface flashes back to clear, begin levelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevel with a short-nap microfibre towel, then follow with a plush towel to remove any high spots. If the towel drags or wets out, wait another minute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCure Times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep dry for \u003cstrong\u003e1 hour\u003c\/strong\u003e before any rain exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait \u003cstrong\u003e3 days\u003c\/strong\u003e before the first wash — a pH-neutral rinseless wash is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApply in a well-ventilated area, wear gloves, and use a mask if needed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder DIY Detail HYDR8 from Alpha Details — Melbourne's chemistry-led detailing studio — and coat with confidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DIY DETAIL","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":48544304365790,"sku":null,"price":349.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0707\/8878\/files\/DSC03006.jpg?v=1785705815","url":"https:\/\/www.alphadetails.com.au\/products\/diy-detail-hydr8-ceramic-coating","provider":"Alpha Details","version":"1.0","type":"link"}