For years, cure time has been one of the biggest frustrations in the coating world. Traditional ceramic coatings can take weeks before they’re safe to wash, leaving customers waiting and installers fielding constant questions.
At Diamond ProTech, we’ve once again raised the standard. Thanks to our ongoing commitment to innovative nanodiamond formulas, all of our coatings — from our consumer kits to our PRO installer exclusives — are now wash-ready in just 7 days.
That’s a huge leap forward from our previous 3-week cure recommendation, giving detailers and enthusiasts more freedom and confidence than ever before.
Why Cure Time Matters
Cure time determines how soon your coating can be safely exposed to a wash. If the coating isn’t fully cured, premature washing can weaken performance and reduce longevity.
With Diamond ProTech’s new 7-day standard, you no longer have to wait three long weeks. After just one week of curing, your coating can handle washes with our Diamond ProTech Maintenance Products ensuring protection stays strong while your vehicle looks its best.
⚠️ Note: Cure times may vary depending on the environment and can extend up to 10 days ⚠️
How We Achieved Faster Cure Times
Our breakthrough comes from refining our Enriched Nanodiamond Composite technology — the same groundbreaking science that already gives our coatings an edge over ceramic coatings. By improving the way our nanodiamond formulas crosslink and harden, we’ve shortened cure times without sacrificing the durability, aesthetic, or protection that Diamond ProTech is known for.
This means:
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Wash-ready in 7 days → compared to 21 days before.
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Applies to all coatings → consumer and PRO lines.
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No compromise in performance → same durability, shine, gloss, and slickness.
What This Means for Enthusiasts
Whether you choose Diamond ProTech Coating Kits for a DIY install or have one of our certified professional installers apply one of our PRO-exclusive coatings, you can now enjoy:
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Faster peace of mind.
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The ability to wash your vehicle sooner.
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The same industry-leading nanodiamond protection, now with less downtime.
Interested in having one of our PRO coatings on YOUR vehicle? Find your local Certified Installer
What This Means for Installers
For professionals, time is money. Faster cure times mean:
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Allow the customer to return sooner for their first maintenance wash
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Less post-install confusion about when it’s safe to wash.
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A competitive edge: your customers get results quicker without compromising quality.
Ready to access our pro-exclusive coatings? Apply to become a Certified Installer.
The Right Way to Wash After 7 Days
Once your coating has cured for 7 days, we recommend using only our Diamond ProTech specially formulated Maintenance Products. Unlike traditional car shampoos or quick detailers that can harm coatings, our products are engineered to:
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Provide a thorough, deep clean.
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Enhance slickness and gloss.
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Extend the life of your nanodiamond coating.
Curious to learn more about our maintenance product line? Check out our write-up HERE
Frequently Asked Questions About Diamond ProTech Cure Times
❓ Are Diamond ProTech coatings really wash-ready in 7 days?
✅ Yes. All Diamond ProTech coatings are now wash-ready in just 7 days. This applies to both consumer kits and PRO installer-exclusive coatings.
❓ How do Diamond ProTech cure times compare to ceramic coatings?
✅ Traditional ceramic coatings often require up to 30 days before they are safe to wash. Diamond ProTech’s nanodiamond coatings cure faster, becoming wash-ready in 7 days without sacrificing durability, longevity, or aesthetic.
❓ Can cure times take longer than 7 days?
✅ In some cases, yes. While the standard is 7 days, occasional environmental factors like humidity, temperature, and airflow may make it a bit more time consuming for the coating to reach a wash-ready state, extending cure times up to 10 days.
❓ Is my coating fully cured after 7 days?
✅ No. While your coating is wash-ready after 7 days, meaning it can safely be washed without risk of damage, it is not fully cured. Full molecular curing continues beyond this point, which only makes your protection stronger. After 3 weeks, your coating is fully cured.
❓ Which products should I use for the first wash after curing?
✅ Always use Diamond ProTech Maintenance Products. Our shampoos, quick detailer, all purpose cleaners, and water spot remover are engineered to pair perfectly with our patented nanodiamond technology, keeping your nanodiamond coating performing at its peak.
Conclusion: Wash Sooner, Shine Longer
By cutting cure times from 3 weeks to just 1 week, Diamond ProTech continues to lead the industry in innovation and real-world usability.
Whether you’re an enthusiast applying Diamond ProTech Coating Kits or a pro detailer offering our PRO line, you can now enjoy coatings that cure faster, protect stronger, and deliver unmatched gloss.
Wash-ready in 7 days. Shine that lasts for years.
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