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Virginia allergy season starts in the spring (which started yesterday!) and the pollen count will only increase through April, May and June. In addition to triggering our allergies, pollen just seems to stick to cars. Sure it looks bad, but are there negative effects for your paint?
Read MoreWhich Option Is Best For You? 25% OFF when you bundle up with the full PPF, Coating, and Tint package. 20% DISCOUNT when you mix and match any 2 out of the 3 premium services. 15% OFF on any one of these top-notch services…
Read MoreFor 14 years, Capitol Shine has served the DC area as the premier spot for high-end vehicle care, paint protection film (PPF), and other luxury car maintenance options for exclusive vehicles for the area’s most car savvy-residents.
Read MorePPF is a thick, long-lasting layer of protection that helps keep your car looking sleek and scratch-free. Rust happens when a scratch gets moisture in it and can lead to bigger problems with your paint like cracking and bubbles. With film, scratches don't reach the paint and many of our films have self-healing properties.
Read MoreWant to help your business portray a sleek, branded presence? Read more about Fleet Vehicle Wrapping with Capitol Shine!
Read MoreRight now save 25% off your gift card purchase or 25% off any service!
Read MoreOur film packages are designed to protect the areas most susceptible to damage, including the hood, fenders, front bumper and mirrors. In addition, Capitol Shine offers film packages to cover the entire car - please contact us to find out specifics regarding your vehicle.
Read MoreWe've resurrected a lot of vehicles in our time. Years of buildup can make you feel like there's no hope, destined to drive a dirty car. However, a deep detailing can quickly turn things around…
Read MoreRight now you can save 20% off your detailing! Choose from a Wash + Wax Sealant or a Full Detail, just mention this promotion when scheduling. 20% off detailing promotion ends October 31, 2023.
Read MoreDiscover the ultimate car protection combo! Explore the benefits of combining Ceramic Coating and Paint Protection Film (PPF). Get unbeatable durability, UV protection, easier cleaning, and a glossy finish for your vehicle. Learn why Capitol Shine is your trusted choice for automotive protection.
Read MoreThis past Saturday marks the first day of Autumn. For the next few months, we'll be able to enjoy cool nights with the windows down. Winter, however, is just around the corner. Starting in late October into November, the temperature will start dropping with snow and freezing rain following soon after.
Read MoreThis week will consist of several 90 degree days. Stay cool and protect yourself with Capitol Shine's Window Tint, also known as Window Protective Film, which offers unparalleled protection against the sun AND is recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation…
Read MoreIn addition to our Full Details, Ceramic Coatings, Window Tint and Paint Protection Film, what other services we do we provide? We offer a variety of add-on services such as: Rim/Caliper Coatings, Paint Correction, Ozone Treatment, Tint Removal, Interior Nano Coatings, Excessive Dog Hair Removal, Touch-Up Painting, Window/Glass Coating, Headlight Restoration and more.
Read MoreWith school starting, the back-and-forth trips can build excess dirt, crumbs, mud and more in both the interior and exterior of your car, truck, van or SUV. Start the school year off with a clean vehicle.
Read MoreWe offer both Paint Protection Films and Ceramic Coatings, and although they share similar qualities and each serve a purpose, we've had many customers over the years who have decided to combine both of these products together to create the best protection for their vehicle.
Read MoreFrom the moment you first get the keys to your car to the sunny afternoons you spend zipping around town and the weekends where your car guides you on long road trips, you want your vehicle to look its best.
Read MoreWith the recent heat wave, now might be a good time to review what kind of damage sun and heat can do to your paint. This past week saw temperatures hovering around 100 degrees, and just as your skin can get sunburned, so can the paint of your vehicle.
Read MoreWe're currently offering $200 off your ceramic coating at Capitol Shine. However, a ceramic coating adds gloss to the paint, so any imperfections will stand out more. Therefore, it's important to fix any issues with the paint before applying any ceramic coating…
Read MoreA Ceramic Coating is a liquid formula that is applied by hand to the exterior of a vehicle and chemically bonds with the vehicle’s factory paint to create a layer of protection. Ceramic coatings are not a wax or sealant that will wash away or break down over time…
Read MoreHeadlights are generally made of a polycarbonate plastic which, although durable, can start to break down over time. Just like the paint and plastic components of your vehicle, UV rays wear down the top layers of the headlight plastic which makes is susceptible to scratches and fading. When this top layer starts to wear off, that’s where…
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