GrapheneX1 Overview
GrapheneX1 is an easy to apply 1-Year hybrid graphene ceramic coating that can be used to boost not just your vehicle’s bodywork but also its wheels and glass. It provides outstanding paint, wheel and glass protection with an extraordinary slickness and a magnificent high-gloss finish. GrapheneX1 is the go to solution for those who seek perfection without permanence.
GrapheneX1 utilises a unique hybrid graphene ceramic technology that provides a formidable layer of protection that’s straightforward to renew annually. This formula forms a strong, durable layer on your vehicle's paint that provides resistance to water, dirt and other contaminants.
Designed to maintain your vehicle's immaculate condition for up to one year, GrapheneX1 provides the outstanding protection you need while enabling an extreme slickness to ensure an easy to clean surface.
The high-gloss finish will amplify your vehicle paint’s depth and vibrancy. The result is a head turning, rich finish that highlights your vehicle's beauty and simplifies the maintenance of keeping your vehicle in pristine condition.
Formulated for easy application, GrapheneX1 is the ideal solution for the weekend DIYer as well as the seasoned professional detailer that aims to achieve a sleek, glossy and slick finish for a full year.
Kit Includes:
1 × 50ml GrapheneX1
1-Year hybrid graphene ceramic coating that can be used to boost not just your vehicle’s bodywork but also its wheels and glass.
1 × 100ml CoatPrep
Decontaminate solution that ensures any remaining residues are removed.
2 × CeramiXPad Ceramic Coat Applicators
Each applicator features a hydrophobic barrier beneath the microfibre surface to prevent product absorption—ideal for even efficient application of ceramic coatings.
3 × UltraBuff 300 (40x40cm Microfibre Cloths 300gsm)
Ultra-soft lint-free cloths for buffing and residue removal without scratching.
1 × GrapheneX1 Instruction Manual
Comprehensive step-by-step guide to ensure correct application and optimal results from start to finish.
1 × Pair of Nitrile Gloves
Protects your hands during the coating process.
1 × 1ml Precision Pipette Dropper
Allows for controlled and accurate dispensing of coating solution.
How To Use
Before You Start Ensure:
The application procedure is conducted in a well-ventilated area and the provided nitrile gloves are always used when applying the coating.
Prepare The Surface:
For effective adhesion and longevity, surface preparation prior to coating is paramount. Without correct and proper preparation, the coating will have a short-lived final finish.
GrapheneX1 works by cross-linking to the surface that it’s applied to, hence surface cleaning is an essential part of the process to avoid contamination between the coating and the surface to be protected.
Weather:
GrapheneX1 must be applied in a clean, dry environment with no rain forecast for a minimum 4-hour period if application is outside. If strong winds are present, coating should not take place due to the coating flashing off too quickly.
Temperature:
Application should not occur in direct sunlight or during the hotter parts of the day. The coatings should be applied in an ambient temperature above 5°C and no higher than 35°C. This temperature range also applies to the surface temperature of the substrate. Additionally, the temperature must stay within these parameters for a minimum of 12 hours after application.
Clean & Decontaminate
Ensure the vehicle surface has been thoroughly washed and cleaned. Typically where required this would include a Pre-Wash with either PowerXTFR / NeutralXTFR or CitraCleanse, followed by ProSno or ProAlpine snow foam. The vehicle should also have been shampooed with either HydroLux or PearlLux shampoo. Use the ClayGlider clay bar with InstaDetail to finally remove any bonded contaminants the washing process can’t remove. For heavily contaminated surfaces or used surfaces a full polish/detail may also be required to get the paint finish to an acceptable standard prior to coating.
Once clean, the vehicle surface needs to be de-contaminated using the CoatPrep solution provided in the kit. This ensures any remaining residues from waxes, silicones and other contamination are removed.
Applying the Hybrid Coating
Begin with one area and coat one area of 1–2 square metres at a time, ensuring that each panel is gently worked horizontally, then vertically, for an even spread of the coating. This method is known as cross-hatching as shown in the photo.
Allow the coating to sit for no more than 30 seconds before taking a clean, dry, microfibre cloth to begin the buffing process.
Gentle Buffing
After the initial buff, you may see a slight haze or smear effect under an inspection light.
If this is the case, begin gently wiping along the surface again with a second microfibre cloth. Continue this until the smears can no longer be seen and you have the perfect finish. Keep turning the cloth to a new clean side after a few passes to ensure proper buffing is occurring and the coating is not re-spreading.
If applied correctly, the surface should be very slick to the touch compared to the uncoated surface.
Repeat Process in a New Area
Once the buffing process is complete, repeat the aforementioned steps by first selecting a new area of the surface to be coated. It is important to note that after the first application you may only need 3–5 drops as the ceramic coating applicator becomes saturated.
To make the process more efficient, having multiple people is ideal. This way as one person applies the coating using the cross-hatching method, the other person can follow shortly after in synchronisation with the buffing and levelling.
Please note in some cases if the product has been left on for too long and becomes difficult to remove and create a nice shine with, simply re-wet the area with the applicator pad and instantly buff to a shine with a microfibre cloth. Do not allow the coating to cure with streaks and a rainbow.
Once the coating is complete, do not wash your car for 24–48 hours.
Now you can sit back, admire and enjoy the unparalleled 1-year protection and slick gloss that GrapheneX1 provides your vehicle.
Product Maintenance & Aftercare
Always store in a cool, well-ventilated area keeping containers tightly closed.
After treatment ensure you only use pH Neutral cleaners on the coated surface, such as ProSno Snow Foam & HydroLux / PearlLux pH Neutral Shampoo.
For contact washes always use the 2-bucket wash method, using the AquaCleanse wash mitt and AquaLux drying towel and ensuring no scratches occur with the Dual Guard Grit Guard package.
Additionally, after maintenance washes it is advisable to use AquaVeil Ceramic Detailer after 6 months to help maintain the hydrophobic properties of the coating. Alternatively, NanoCoat nano sealant is also a great product for regular use every 3 months for added shine and hydrophobic properties.
Suggested Preparation & Aftercare Products
Works With:
- PowerXTFR Heavy Duty Traffic Film Remover
- NeutralXTFR Non Caustic Traffic Film Remover
- CitraCleanse Citrus PreWash
- ProAlpine PH Snow Foam
- ClayGlider Surface Detailing Clay Bar
- InstaDetail Clay Bar Lube / Detailing Spray
- CoatPrep Ceramic Coating Surface Cleaner
Suggested Aftercare Products:
- ProSno PH Neutral Snow Foam
- HydroLux PH Neutral Shampoo
- PearlLux PH Neutral Shampoo
- AquaVeil Ceramic Detailer
- NanoCoat Nano Sealant
- AquaCleanse Microfibre Wash Mitt
- AquaLux Microfibre Drying Towel
- DualGuard Dual Grit Guard Protection
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