Caring for Vinyl Films

You would want to care for your vinyl wrap on the vehicle the same way as for your car paint. Hand washing is always the best and safest choice! Only touchless car washes are recommended. Car washes that have the rotating brushes may lift and remove the vinyl! For best cleaning and maintaining of the finish as well as protecting against fading we recommend using our wrap care products.

Hand Washing Vehicle Wraps

Flush the wrap with water to remove loose dirt particles. Use a mild liquid detergent and water mix to wash the wrap with a soft brush, sponge or rag. wash going from top to bottom only scrub if absolutely necessary after applying the cleaning solution, keep a steady stream of water flowing on the wrap to wash away dirt particles Rinse the entire vinyl wrap thoroughly with clean water. Dry with rags or for Gloss vinyl wraps it may not be necessary.

How long does the vinyl wrap films last?

This is a tricky question, because there are a lot of factors especially once it is installed. The vinyl films themselves will last anywhere from 3 to 7 years depending on the environment. Generally the stronger the sun and the more your car is outside under the sun the less the vinyl will keep it’s color brightness and may start to fail or crack sooner. If you live in Southern United States like California, Florida, Texas, etc. your vinyl film will last about 20-30% less due to the strength of the sun. This is true for all vinyl films no matter of the manufacturer. This is also true for paint. Colors that have a high content of red pigment will last the least as red pigments fade the quickest from all colors. These colors are Red, Purple, Yellow, Pink, Copper.

Is a vinyl car wrap permanent?

No, the vinyl films we sell have a non-permanent adhesive that makes the vinyl wrap removable. A wrap typically last for 3-7 years depending on the style of material used, conditions in which the car is driven, how much it is driven and where it’s stored; the amount & strength of sun it gets. The vinyl wrap film can be removed without damaging the paint, returning the car to its original color and condition. You may get some glue residue after removal, but that can easily be removed with a glue remover (rubbing alcohol) or simply rubbing it off with your finger. Normally a vinyl wrap should be removed after 7 years as it can may damage the clear-coat and even the paint if left on for longer.

Tesla Model X Custom Services | Tesla Customizations

While you are having your Tesla vinyl car wrapped, clear bra or ceramic coating installed you may want to browse through our extensive list of additional services for your Tesla X. Tesla Car Wrap understands our customers’ needs to have one-of-a- kind fully customized vehicles and offer a great menu of choices to add on to any service being performed. Additional services include; ceramic pro, clear bra, concierge service, lowering springs, custom painted brake calipers, window tint, powder coated wheels and black out chrome trims and emblems.

TESLA MODEL X PAINT CORRECTION

The need for paint correction is often caused by harmful environmental factors. The UV rays from the sun can sometimes cause weathering and fading of the exterior paint if the paint is not properly cared for. Our paint correction specialists will be able to breathe a new life into your cars exterior and tackle any paint correction needs your vehicle may have.

Brake Calipers

Custom painted brake calipers can help improve your automobiles braking performance. These calipers will reduce exposure to brake dust and dissipate heat from your brakes. Custom painted brake calipers utilize paint that is designed to withstand high temperatures. Typical brake calipers can last up to 75,000 miles but when they are corroding they typically need to be replaced promptly.

TESLA MODEL X WHEEL COATINGS

Wheel coating protects tires from chemicals, brake dust, heat and damage caused from chipping. Wheel coating is hydrophobic which means it repels water and it will also add outstanding gloss and depth. This is a great way to add a refreshed appearance to your wheels.

TESLA MODEL X WINDOW TINT

Window tint is an add-on option that is highly desirable to people who are seeking a bit of interior privacy combined with shortened exposure to UV rays. Window tint is installed to the interior of the window and will help block out UV rays from entering the interior of the car. Window tint also reduces the internal cabin temperature.

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Headlight Restoration, Leather Softening, Dash Cameras, Wheel Polishing, Paint Protection Film Removal, Overspray & Tar Removal, Paintless Dent Removal, Wheel Refurbishing, AND body shop work recommendation from our affiliate program.

Door jambs are not quoted during the vinyl wrap process; this is an industry standard. My Tesla Wrap does offer these for additional fees. Black out chrome trims and emblems allow vehicles to be fully rid of their exterior chrome embellishments. This black out feature creates a sleek and darkened accent that is as unique as your customized vinyl wrap.

Tesla Window tint is also a highly popular add on service that adds individuality to each vehicle while providing functionality that can’t be beat. The window tint is applied to the interior of the window and it serves three purposes. The first feature is cosmetic and helps minimize visual intrusion into the interior of the vehicle, the second feature of the tint is to reduce the internal cabin temperature due to the UV blocking properties the wrap provides.

The third feature of having window tint installed is to limit exposure to the suns’ harmful ultra violet rays. Cars often experience times where they will require body work, this can be caused from accidents or aging; our dedicated staff will be able to assist in any body work needs your car may require.

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Customize your car:

People have been personalizing and customizing their cars for, well, as long as there have been cars—and one of the newest and coolest ways is with vinyl wrapping. If you’re already thinking about how your vehicle will be transformed when you shrink-wrap it in an entirely new color, then the next step is understanding what that might cost—and whether the price is worth it.

That’s where we can help. Vinyl wraps have some distinct advantages over repainting your vehicle, and also a couple of disadvantages worth considering. Here’s what you need to know about wrapping your car—including how much it costs.

FAQs:

Caring for Vinyl Films
- You would want to care for your vinyl wrap on the vehicle the same way as for your car paint. Hand washing is always the best and safest choice! Only touchless car washes are recommended. Car washes that have the rotating brushes may lift and remove the vinyl! For best cleaning and maintaining of the finish as well as protecting against fading we recommend using our wrap care products.

Hand Washing Vehicle Wraps
- Flush the wrap with water to remove loose dirt particles.
- Use a mild liquid detergent and water mix to wash the wrap with a soft brush, sponge or rag.
  1. wash going from top to bottom
  2. only scrub if absolutely necessary
  3. after applying the cleaning solution, keep a steady stream of water flowing on the
    wrap to wash away dirt particles
- Rinse the entire vinyl wrap thoroughly with clean water.
- Dry with rags or for Gloss vinyl wraps it may not be necessary.

How long does the vinyl wrap films last?
- This is a tricky question, because there are a lot of factors especially once it is installed. The vinyl films themselves will last anywhere from 3 to 7 years depending on the environment. Generally the stronger the sun and the more your car is outside under the sun the less the vinyl will keep it’s color brightness and may start to fail or crack sooner. If you live in Southern United States like California, Florida, Texas, etc. your vinyl film will last about 20-30% less due to the strength of the sun. This is true for all vinyl films no matter of the manufacturer. This is also true for paint. Colors that have a high content of red pigment will last the least as red pigments fade the quickest from all colors. These colors are Red, Purple, Yellow, Pink, Copper.

Is a vinyl car wrap permanent?
- No, the vinyl films we sell have a non-permanent adhesive that makes the vinyl wrap removable. A wrap typically last for 3-7 years depending on the style of material used, conditions in which the car is driven, how much it is driven and where it’s stored; the amount & strength of sun it gets. The vinyl wrap film can be removed without damaging the paint, returning the car to its original color and condition. You may get some glue residue after removal, but that can easily be removed with a glue remover (rubbing alcohol) or simply rubbing it off with your finger. Normally a vinyl wrap should be removed after 7 years as it can may damage the clear-coat and even the paint if left on for longer.