All PPF installations start with preparations on the vehicle since a vehicle’s paint has to be flawless in order for permanent protection to adhere properly.
Now, you might be thinking “My car is new from the dealership. It’s already in perfect condition.” The sad reality is that dealerships don’t always do the best job of caring for a car’s paint.
The cars we get in from the dealership often come with paint defects and swirl marks. When a car needs PPF installation, the existing paint needs to be thoroughly prepared before the film can go on.
The first thing your PPF installer is going to take into account is the condition of your car. They’ll then determine how much prep work they need to do before applying it. We’ve seen costs range from $0 to $450 or $800+ depending on your market and the condition of your vehicle.
If you’re interested in seeing an example of how good our paint correction work is, then read this article. A car straight from the dealership we were contracted to work on required extensive corrections.
What is a Paint Protection Film?
, also known as clear bra, is a type of film that can be applied to the surface of your vehicle. This film will protect the exterior of your car from scratches and other types of damage.
This type of film can also be used for boats, motorcycles, and other types of vehicles.
The paint protection film is a thin, clear, and tough layer of polyurethane that is designed to protect the paint from environmental hazards. It protects the paint from scratches and chips. It also prevents fading, yellowing, and other damage to the paint caused by UV light.
When it comes to selecting a car paint protection film for your vehicle, there are two main types: hard-coated and soft-coated. Hardcoated films are usually more durable than soft-coated films but they are also more expensive. Soft-coated films offer a less expensive option with less durability but they can still offer some protection against scratches and chips.
How Paint Protection Film is Installed
The paint protection film is a thin plastic film that is applied to the surface of your car’s paint to protect it from scratches, nicks, and other damage.
The installation process varies depending on the type of paint protection film you are using. There are three types of paint protection films: vinyl wraps, window tinting films, and clear bra paint protection films.
Vinyl wraps: Vinyl wraps can be installed by professionals or DIYers at home with a little bit of patience and some practice. The vinyl wrap is applied over the vehicle’s entire body with air bubbles removed as they form. The vinyl wrap is then heated with a heat gun to remove any air bubbles that may have been missed during application as well as make the vinyl more pliable for easier installation around curves and corners. Window tinting films: Window tinting films can be installed by professionals or DIYers at home with a little bit of patience and some practice.
Benefits of Paint Protection Film
The paint protection film is a clear, urethane-based protective film that is applied to the surface of your car to protect it from paint damage. Paint protection film can be applied to any type of vehicle, including cars, trucks, boats and even aircraft. It is a thin layer that protects the paint from stone chips, bug splatter and other types of chemical or environmental damage. The benefits of having a car paint protector applied are numerous. The most obvious one is that it will keep your vehicle looking good for much longer than without it. Paint protection film also helps to reduce the risk of expensive repairs by preventing minor scratches and dents from becoming major problems down the line.
The paint protection film is a clear, thin film that is applied to the exterior of a car. It protects against scratches and other damage that can happen to your car’s paint job.
should be applied to the exterior of your car because it does not change the look or feel of your vehicle. It also provides protection against scratches and abrasions, which are common with car paint jobs.
Paint Protection Cost and Pricing
Paint protection cost and pricing are the two questions that we find ourselves asking before deciding to get our vehicle’s exterior painted with a polyurethane coating. There are many factors that determine the cost of getting your vehicle’s exterior painted with a polyurethane coating, and this article will explore these factors in detail.
The first factor that determines the cost of getting your car’s exterior painted is the type of paint protection you want. There are two types:
- Single-stage paint protection: This is a base coat and clear coat applied to your car’s exterior. This can be done by hand or by machine, which will both come at different prices.
- Two-stage paint protection: This is a base coat and top coat applied to your car’s exterior, which will provide more durability than single-stage paint protection.