Frequently Asked Questions

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 Auto detailing goes beyond a simple car wash. We deep clean, restore, and protect every surface inside and out from paint and wheels to leather and trim. Professional detailing removes contaminants that damage your paint and applies protection so your vehicle looks showroom-ready and stays that way longer. 

Exterior detailing includes washing, decontaminating, and protecting the exterior of your vehicle for 6 months, as well as cleaning the wheels, engine, tires, and windows.

Interior detailing includes vacuuming and steam cleaning the carpets and upholstery, cleaning and conditioning the seats, dashboard, and other surfaces, and deodorizing the interior of your vehicle.

Ceramic coating is a professional-grade liquid polymer applied to a vehicle’s paint that bonds at a molecular level to create a long-lasting protective layer. Unlike wax or sealants, which wear off in weeks, a ceramic coating lasts years, protecting your car from UV rays, oxidation, swirl marks, and road contaminants.

It’s the best way to protect your paint, boost shine, and maintain resale value. At The Lab Detail Studio in Fayetteville, NC, we specialize in Carfax-registered ceramic coatings, so your investment is documented on your vehicle’s history report giving you added value when selling or trading your car.

 Polishing enhances gloss but doesn’t always remove defects. Paint correction, on the other hand, is a professional process that permanently removes swirl marks, scratches, oxidation, and other paint imperfections by leveling the clear coat. It’s what restores true depth and clarity to your paint. 

 Absolutely. Wax only lasts weeks, while ceramic coatings last years. Ceramic provides superior gloss, UV protection, chemical resistance, and hydrophobic properties. It’s an investment, but one that saves you time, money, and keeps your car looking better than new. 

  Yes. Every ceramic coating we apply is Carfax registered, which means it shows up on your vehicle’s service history report. This adds resale value and credibility when selling or trading your car because buyers see documented professional protection.  

 Our primary services are performed in our professional studio environment, which enables us to control lighting, temperature, and cleanliness — essential elements for high-quality paint correction and coatings.