Ceramic coatings/sprays

There are so many "ceramic" type coatings/sprays out there nowadays, any recommendations on ones that actually provide a layer of protection from fine scratches? Our dogs tend to hang out the window resulting in really minor toenail scratches on the side of the door, while they polish out, I'd preferably like a layer of protection to prevent it from happening. I'd also like to put something on before installing flares.

Looking for a DIY coating/spray vs. spending $3k - $4k at a shop.

 

I don't think. Ceramic coat roll prevent scratches from dogs nails unfortunately. You would need a good paint protection film.
There are many reasons to use ceramic but scratch prevention isn't one. Many coating claim "H9 hardness) Idk what that means or is compared too.

Before you do a coating you really should do a full paint correction, and must do a full paint decontamination. Most of that $2k cost is the prep work and paint correction. If you have the means and skill, doing it yourself is worth it and doable. The coating itself should run around $75-100. Carpro cquartz is a good one for a diy guy or qtecniq or optimum. There are a ton of companies that make ceramic coatings, and a few threads here about them.