Applying Diamond ProTech PRO 60 coating works best on clean, polished, degreased paint at 10 to 30°C and no more than 70% humidity. You shake the bottle for 15 seconds, put 15 drops on an applicator, work in a crosshatch pattern over one or two panels and buff the excess off by hand. A second coat follows after an hour, and optionally PRO HYDRO an hour after that. Everything about the Diamond ProTech PRO 60 Coating Set and the order of the steps is below.
What is Diamond ProTech PRO 60?
Diamond ProTech PRO 60 is a professional coating based on inorganic polysilazane, enriched with nanodiamond particles. You get a highly scratch-resistant layer with a mirror-like gloss and an extremely smooth finish, with up to 5 years of protection when applied correctly. The set contains PRO 60 and PRO HYDRO, the optional hydrophobic top layer for anyone who wants water and dirt to bead off strongly. We are a Diamond ProTech partner and apply the coating ourselves in our workshop, so we know what matters during application.
Key facts of the set
Item | Detail |
|---|---|
Contents | 30 ml PRO 60 + 30 ml PRO HYDRO |
Type | Nanodiamond coating based on polysilazane |
Protection | Up to 5 years when applied correctly |
Application temperature | 10 to 30°C |
Humidity | Maximum 70% |
Suitable for | Paintwork |
How to do it
Prepare the paint. Wash the car, clay it and polish the paint. The coating preserves the result of your correction work, and any flaws you leave behind. Our guides on claying and on polishing and removing swirls explain how. Tip: check the paint under good light before you carry on.
Degrease. Spray a panel wipe such as Koch Chemie PPS Panel Preparation Spray onto a clean microfibre cloth and wipe the paint panel by panel. That leaves no polishing oil or grease between paint and coating. Tip: wear protective gloves and work in a closed, well ventilated space.
First coat of PRO 60. Shake the bottle for 15 seconds and put 15 drops on a clean applicator, for example a Koch Chemie application sponge. Work in a crosshatch pattern over 1 to 2 panels at a time. Tip: test the coating on a small, inconspicuous patch of paint first.
Buff off. Wait 1 to 3 minutes at most, then buff the excess off by hand with a clean microfibre cloth, for example the D-CON Happy End. Do not use a machine. Tip: above 30°C, shorten that wait to 1 minute.
Second coat. Wait an hour and repeat steps 3 and 4 with new applicators and clean cloths. Tip: never reuse cloths that have already picked up product, as that causes smears and streaks.
PRO HYDRO (optional). The manufacturer calls this top coat optional and recommends it for high hydrophobicity. Wait another hour after the last coat of PRO 60. Shake PRO HYDRO for 15 seconds, put 15 drops on an applicator and work in a crosshatch pattern over 3 to 4 panels. Wait 7 to 10 minutes and buff off gently. An hour later a second coat follows, then you leave the car for two hours before driving. Tip: PRO HYDRO goes on paint, headlights and metal trim, not on rubber or plastic trim.
Common mistakes and tips
Skimping on preparation. A coating on dirty or non-degreased paint bonds less well. Take your time over the first two steps.
Using too much product. At 15 drops per applicator for 1 to 2 panels you stay within what the manufacturer specifies, so work thin.
Leaving it too long. Buff off within the stated time and keep the wait short in warm weather.
Reusing cloths. Take fresh applicators and cloths for every extra coat.
Working too humid or too cold. Stay within 10 to 30°C and under 70% humidity.
Unsure between coating, sealant or wax? Read wax, sealant or ceramic coating: which to choose and the general method in applying a ceramic coating yourself.
What to combine with PRO 60
For preparation, the Menzerna Control Cleaner also works next to the PPS. It cleans the paint for inspection and prepares the surface just before a coating. Another degreaser is the Shiny Garage Pure Paint Cleaner, which contains no wax or fillers. You will find more paint protection in the paint coatings category.