FAQ

Well, there's the whole courtesy thing...  Nobody likes glare and bright lights right in their field of vision---it's truly dangerous.  Your high beams, aka brights, aren't just more powerful, they're aimed higher.

That's why it’s actually illegal in Colorado in close range of others.   C.R.S. 42-4-217 actually requires you to dim them when a car is within 500 feet coming toward you, or within 200 feet in front of you.

Restoration is probably also cheaper: The ticket can be up to $100, and when your insurance plugs that 2-point ticket into your rate algorithm, you might pay several times that in the long run.

In short: clear headlights = safer driving, fewer angry drivers, and no tickets.

Bigtime, Yes!  

That's the biggest practical reason to do it, even if they doesn't come out as good as new... although frequently they do!  

Safety isn't worth risking---All it takes is one deer you didn't see.   Trust me on that.  

Restored clarity improves light output and beam definition, which helps visibility and reduces glare.

It also helps avoid further distortion of the plastic lens and possible early bulb burnout due to excessive heat---think about all the light that's staying inside behind the lens cover and not getting out...  That's also heat!

Sure!  You can do lots of things, but it doesn't mean you should.  

Yes — there are about 11,000 YouTube and TikTok videos (I've seen them too) showing how you can use toothpaste, baking soda, sandpaper,  various power tools, your mom’s lip gloss, Vaseline, or whatever happens to be within arm’s reach.

We don’t do any of that... But if you want to try, go for it!  Don't say we didn't warn you.  And please, wear a mask.

One request: please let us know if you experimented with hydrochloric acid, WD-40, hairspray, oven cleaner, or anything else especially creative so we can add it to the list ...and maybe feature you on our coming YouTube channel.  Yes, for free!

Most DIY methods:

• Temporarily remove oxidation... unevenly and incompletely, in most cases

• Don't use a careful progressive grit approach (think Goldilocks for sanding methods)

• Do not replace the failed protective layer

• Leave the plastic exposed to accelerated UV damage as a result

That’s why DIY headlights often look great for a few weeks or even months, then worse than ever. 

1. We remove the oxidation carefully and completely, by hand!   Yes, copious amounts of elbow grease are applied., but no risk of damage from power tools...  There's no replacement for displacement.

2. Then we apply a pro-quality ceramic-based protective coating designed especially for the polycarbonate plastic used in modern headlights.

3. The coating bonds chemically to the surface to restore clarity and slow future UV damage.

No toothpaste. No mystery chemicals. No regerts!
(Bonus points if you know why that typo was left in place) 

Basic UV sealants mostly act as a surface sunscreen... It's literally clear paint on top of the plastic. 

Ceramic-based coatings provide UV protection plus:

• Stronger chemical surface bonding

• Better resistance to chemicals and washing

• More consistent durability over time

Both aim to protect; ceramic coatings simply tend to last longer in real-world conditions, plus they're mobile friendly.  Paint booths, not so much. 

Most ceramic-coated restorations last 1–3 years, depending on:

• Sun exposure

• Climate

• Driving habits

• Maintenance
  
  That’s on par with—or better than—most professional UV-only treatments.

Paint introduces risks like inhaling chemicals, overspray, drips, orange peel, bubbles, debris, peeling, and uneven curing.

Paint-based solutions also require:

• A spray booth

• Extensive masking

• Longer cure times

• Higher labor cost

Ceramic coatings provide similar longevity without those downsides—especially for mobile service.

No. Polishing alone is temporary, although it's key, and must be done properly.  It's definitely the hard part!

The coating is what protects the headlight after oxidation is removed. 

Ceramic coatings do also wear gradually over time.

But... they don’t peel or flake like painted clear coats can and aren't as likely to yellow as an aged UV clear coat or uncoated DIY polish job. 

In literally all but the most severe cases, yes. 

• Restoration costs a fraction of replacement, improves safety, and instantly improves appearance.

• OEM replacements are in the hundreds. 

• Cheap aftermarket alternatives may give you a real headache on fitment

• That also requires taking the headlights out and then re-aiming them. You're into the project for hours plus shopping time for the lights.   
  
  Even better... If your car is one of the many that require you to also remove the bumper, which is almost always a headache in and of itself, especially if it's less than perfect and has worn attachment hardware/plastic... you're in for a day of paying the swear jar at the very least.  Why do all that?

Typically about an hour per vehicle.

No waiting room. No drop-off. 

No power or water required.