// TriStar Customs Journal
The Garage Notebook
Long-form guides on ceramic coatings, paint protection film, ceramic window tint, aftercare, warranty and buying decisions — written from the shop floor in Lebanon, TN.
Buying Guide
Ceramic Coating vs. Paint Protection Film: Which One Does Your Vehicle Actually Need?
A side-by-side breakdown of nano-ceramic coatings (FeynLab) and self-healing paint protection film (GSWF) — what each one protects against, where they overlap, and how to choose for your daily driver, weekend car, or new vehicle.
April 12, 2026 · 11 min read
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Paint Protection Film
PPF Coverage Options Explained: Partial Front, Full Front, Track Pack, and Full Vehicle
From a simple bumper-and-hood install to a full-vehicle wrap, here's a clear breakdown of every common PPF coverage option, what each one protects, and how to pick the right level for your driving style.
April 5, 2026 · 9 min read
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Window Tint
Ceramic Window Tint Buyer's Guide: Heat Rejection, UV, and Picking the Right Film
Carbon, ceramic, and IR-ceramic window tint compared. What VLT actually means, how to read heat-rejection numbers, and how to choose a Tennessee-legal film that performs.
March 28, 2026 · 10 min read
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Ceramic Coatings
FeynLab Coating Tiers Compared: Self Heal Plus, Heal Lite, Ceramic Ultra, V2, and Lite
FeynLab makes one of the broadest coating lineups in the industry. Here's a plain-English comparison of every tier — durability, self-healing, warranty, and which one is right for your vehicle.
March 20, 2026 · 9 min read
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Maintenance
Aftercare Guide: How to Wash and Maintain PPF, Ceramic Coatings, and Ceramic Tint
Premium protection only performs if it's maintained correctly. Here's exactly how to wash, dry, and care for paint protection film, ceramic coatings, and ceramic window tint — and what to avoid.
March 12, 2026 · 8 min read
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Buying Guide
How Coatings and PPF Affect Warranty, Insurance, and Resale Value
Manufacturer warranties on PPF and ceramic coatings, how documentation works at resale, and how protection products interact with your insurance and dealership warranty.
March 5, 2026 · 7 min read
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