Protect your car's paintwork before the damage is done.
A free, no-jargon guide from the Surrey detailers trusted by drivers and dealerships for over 13 years — what actually protects your paint, what's a waste of money, and how to keep that just-detailed shine for years.
- Written by accredited XPEL & ceramic specialists
- Plain English — no upsells, no jargon
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Everything dealerships hope you'll never read.
A short, no-jargon guide that saves you from the two expensive mistakes most owners make: paying for protection that doesn't last, and washing a car in a way that quietly wrecks the finish.
Dealer "ceramic" vs the real thing
Why the coating bundled with your car rarely behaves like the premium product it's sold as — and how to tell the difference.
PPF or ceramic — which your car needs
A simple way to decide between Paint Protection Film and ceramic coating based on how you actually drive.
The 5 habits that cause swirl marks
The everyday wash mistakes that leave fine scratches under the showroom lights — and the fix for each one.
Make a new finish last 10+ years
The protection order we use on brand-new cars so the paint still looks fresh long after the warranty ends.
The wash routine that protects
A step-by-step method that cleans deeply without dragging grit across your clear coat.
What to ask before you book anyone
Six questions that instantly separate a serious detailer from a quick-buck "valet."
Your paintwork is under attack the moment you drive off.
Stone chips on the motorway. One bit of grit at 70mph and your bonnet and bumper take the hit.
Swirl marks from the wrong wash. The spider-web scratches that only show up in direct sunlight.
A finish that's gone flat. The deep gloss fades, and no amount of polish quite brings it back.
Add-ons that under-deliver. You paid for "protection" at the dealership and you're still not sure what you got.
Thirteen years protecting Surrey's best cars.
All That Gleams has restored, protected and maintained prestige, sports and supercars since 2009 — for private owners, dealerships and manufacturers alike.
Fully insured to £1,000,000
Every vehicle is covered the moment it's with us — so your car is protected for total peace of mind.
Secure, gated workshop
Hidden away in a quiet village, behind gates that lock every night, under 24/7 CCTV.
Accredited XPEL installer
We only use industry-leading film and the best products available — and we're certified to fit them.
Trusted by dealerships
We work with a number of the UK's biggest brands, manufacturers and dealerships.
Hundreds of 5-star reviews
Over the years we've earned hundreds of genuine 5-star reviews from owners and trade clients.
One call, every job
Wheels, dents, respray? We manage trusted partners so your whole project is handled in one place.
Car detailing & protection, done to a higher standard.
From paint protection film to full restorations, we restore and maintain high-standard finishes on the cars you love — and the guide helps you work out exactly which of these your car needs.
Paint Protection Film
Industry-leading XPEL PPF guards against stone chips and scratches, with up to 10 years of worry-free protection.
Ceramic Coating
Ultra-durable, premium-grade ceramic protection that makes your car easy to keep clean — not to be confused with dealership offerings.
Detailing & Swirl Removal
Remove swirls and bring back the perfect shine, so your car looks like new and better than ever before.
New Car Protection
The ATG New Car Detail gives your brand-new car market-leading protection, inside and out, from day one.
Convertible Roof Cleaning
Soft tops deep cleaned, stains removed and treated — clean as new, with no damage to the delicate fabric.
Engine Steam Cleaning
Professional steam cleaning lifts away oil and dirt to leave your engine fresh — and makes leaks far easier to spot.
Need alloy wheel refurbishment, dent removal or a respray too? We manage trusted partners so your whole project is handled with one call.
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"[PLACEHOLDER — paste a real review here.] The finish on my car looked better than the day I collected it from the showroom. Faultless work."
"[PLACEHOLDER — paste a real review here.] Booked the PPF and ceramic. Honest advice, no pressure, and the results speak for themselves."
"[PLACEHOLDER — paste a real review here.] You can tell they actually care about cars. Wouldn't take mine anywhere else now."
Give your car the protection it deserves.
Get the free guide and make your next decision the right one — whether you book with us or not.